• National Museum of Ethiopia - Discover the rich tapestry of human evolution at the National Museum of Ethiopia. Marvel at the renowned Lucy fossil, a 3.2 million-year-old Australopithecus Afarensis, and explore Ethiopia’s pivotal role in the study of human evolution.

Explore the museum’s historical evolution section to learn about the rise and fall of the influential Aksumite Empire, the impact of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, and the intricate history of modern Ethiopia.

On the first floor, admire the artistic prowess of Ethiopians, from ancient paintings and sculptures to contemporary masterpieces.

Gain insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures and traditions through traditional clothing, tools, and household items from various regions displayed on the second floor.

• Mercato Market - Embark on a shopping adventure through Ethiopia’s capital city. Enjoy convenient airport or hotel pickup and travel with a local guide to Addis Ababa’s top spots for authentic local products like coffee, jewelry, and leather. Visit the expansive open-air Merkato Market and notable locations like Piazza, old Tomoca coffee shops, Zebra Gallery, and the Stadium. Afterward, savor a delicious lunch at Addis Ababa’s best local restaurant, the first and oldest in East Africa, and enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. During this half-day guided tour, explore the vibrant and colorful open-air market, gaining a deeper understanding of Ethiopian culture and customs. Learn to haggle and enjoy bargaining for the best prices while hearing captivating stories.

• Shiro Meda Market - If your tour is on a Sunday, visit Shiro Meda instead, as Merkato Market is closed. Shiro Meda is a bustling market offering Ethiopian textiles in various forms, from wedding dresses to diverse clothing types. Located near the US Embassy in Addis Ababa, it is one of the best local markets for handwoven cotton clothes, mainly for women, and is also known for small gift items like bed covers, tablecloths, scarves, T-shirts, necklaces, earrings, and more.

• Yobez Traditional Restaurant - Whether starting or ending your day in Addis Ababa, this tour offers authentic insights into local culinary culture with the opportunity to try delicious local specialties. The menu primarily features vegetarian dishes, Ethiopia’s national cuisine, focusing on the fasting season common in Ethiopia. It includes vegetables like cabbage, potatoes, beans, lentils, and chickpeas, as well as non-vegetarian options like Doro Wot, a spicy local chicken stew made with a blend of spices including pepper, cayenne, garlic, ginger, and more. Doro Wot is a popular dish in both Ethiopia and Eritrea, often enjoyed communally with injera, a flatbread made from teff, Ethiopia’s staple grain. Enjoy coffee, tea, or bottled water.

• Tomoca Coffee - Situated in the Piazza area, Tomoca is Ethiopia’s oldest coffee shop, established in 1953. Experience the finest original black coffee or macchiato, and purchase the best roasted coffee or a bag of powder at the historic Tomoca coffee shop in the Piazza area.

• Lion of Judah - The “Lion of Judah” is a symbolic title rooted in the Bible, referring to the tribe of Judah and, particularly, to Jesus Christ. It also symbolizes the Ethiopian monarchy, specifically Emperor Haile Selassie.

• Professional driver/guide with onboard WiFi
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Ethiopian national food tasting (non-vegetarian & vegan)
• Entry to National Museum of Ethiopia
• Walking tour of Mercato Market
• Ethiopian traditional coffee and organic fruit juice tasting

• Tips for your driver/guide
• Merkato Market is closed on Sundays. But will refer you to Shiro Meda Sunday local Market instead
• National Museum is temporarily closed from Dec 19, 2024.

Avoid the usual tourist spots and savor the authentic flavors of Ethiopia with a local food tour. Whether beginning or ending your day in Addis Ababa, this tour offers genuine insights into the local culinary scene. The focus is primarily on vegetarian dishes, featuring ingredients like cabbage, potatoes, beans, lentils, and chickpeas, with a stew made from ground chickpeas. You’ll also enjoy fresh organic fruit juices such as mango, avocado, papaya, banana, and sugarcane juice with lemon and ginger. The local chicken stew, known as Doro Wot, is a delightful mix of spices including pepper, cayenne, garlic, ginger, and more, combined with berbere, caramelized onions, and hard-boiled eggs. After the food tour, you’ll visit the National Museum of Ethiopia to explore the rich history of the country and see the oldest human ancestor. The tour also includes a visit to the Piazza area to experience one of the finest coffee shops, Tomoca, which has been serving since 1953 and is the oldest coffee shop in Ethiopia.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.