• National Museum of Ethiopia - Begin your exploration of Addis Ababa with a visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia. Renowned for its exceptional quality and diverse exhibits, this museum features archaeological displays, including the 3.5 million-year-old fossil of Lucy (or Dinkinesh, meaning ‘thou art wonderful’ in the local language), a hominid woman of the Australopithecus Afarensis species. Lucy’s discovery in 1974 revolutionized our understanding of human ancestry, revealing that our predecessors walked the earth 2.5 million years earlier than previously believed. The museum also houses remarkable artifacts from the pre-Axumite civilization. Please note, the National Museum is closed on Mondays.
• Ethnological Museum - Continue your Addis Ababa tour with a visit to the Ethnological Museum, located within the Addis Ababa University campus. While distinct from the National Museum, it is equally captivating, showcasing a wide range of artifacts and everyday items from various ethnic groups across Ethiopia.
• Mount Entoto - This historical site was the residence of Emperor Menelik II, who established Addis Ababa after relocating from Ankober. Considered a sacred mountain, it is home to numerous monasteries and renowned churches, including Saint Raguel and Saint Mary. The mountain is densely forested with eucalyptus trees, introduced from Australia during Menelik II’s reign and largely planted during Emperor Haile Selassie’s era, earning it the nickname “lung of Addis Ababa.” The forest has historically provided firewood and building materials for the city.

The Ethiopian Heritage Trust, a non-profit organization, is actively working to restore part of the mountain to its natural state as a park. Entoto Natural Park, located on the northeastern edge of Addis Ababa, covers 1,300 hectares on the southeastern slopes of Mount Entoto.

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• Mercato Market - Mercato is Africa’s largest open-air market, spanning several square miles and employing approximately 13,000 people across 7,100 businesses. The market primarily deals in locally grown agricultural products, especially coffee.

Before the current Mercato, an open marketplace existed near St. George Church, where City Hall now stands, but it was relocated during the Italian occupation in the 1930s. The occupiers moved the market westward to the area around Fitawrari Habte Giyorgis Dinagde, naming it Merkato Dinagde. Thus, the present Addis Merkato was established under the Italian occupational government’s segregationist policies.

Meanwhile, the Italians restricted the historic St. George Merkato to Europeans, renaming it Piazza, which featured European-style shops with glass window displays. The predominantly Arab merchants who owned stores there eventually…

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• Menelik II Square - Situated in the heart of Addis Ababa, in the area known as Arada, Menelik II Square features a stunning equestrian statue of the Emperor. This monument was erected by Emperor Haile Selassie I in 1930, just before his coronation.

• Bottled water
• Lunch
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All fees and/or taxes
• Tea and coffee

• personal interest like gift souvenir shops

Discover the wonders of Addis Ababa with a full-day tour that starts with a convenient pickup from your hotel or the airport. Explore the National Museum, which houses the renowned 3 million-year-old fossils of Lucy, and experience the lively ambiance of Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market. Take in stunning panoramic views of Ethiopia’s capital from Enoto, and savor the rich tastes of traditional Ethiopian coffee and cuisine, ensuring a memorable journey through the city’s cultural and historical landmarks.

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