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Half Day City Tour of Addis Ababa: Insight into Ethiopian History, Culture, and Lifestyle
4.8
29 Ratings
Addis Ababa
Half Day city tour of Addis Ababa will give you an insight to History, Culture, beliefs and life style of Ethiopians.
Half Day city tour of Addis Ababa will give you an insight to History, Culture, beliefs and life style of Ethiopians.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- National Museum of Ethiopia - Begin the city tour of Addis Ababa at the National Museum of Ethiopia, renowned for its exceptional quality and diverse exhibits. Among the archaeological displays is the 3.5-million-year-old fossil of Lucy (or Dinkinesh, meaning ‘thou art wonderful’ in the local language), a hominid woman of the species…
- National Museum of Ethiopia - Begin the city tour of Addis Ababa at the National Museum of Ethiopia, renowned for its exceptional quality and diverse exhibits. Among the archaeological displays is the 3.5-million-year-old fossil of Lucy (or Dinkinesh, meaning ‘thou art wonderful’ in the local language), a hominid woman of the species Australopithecus Afarensis. Lucy’s discovery in 1974 revolutionized our understanding of human ancestry, revealing that our forebears walked the earth 2.5 million years earlier than previously believed. The museum also showcases remarkable artifacts from the pre-Axumite civilization.
Ps. Please note that the National Museum is currently closed for renovations for an indefinite period. However, the tour will be adapted to include a visit to the Addis Ababa Museum instead.
- Yekatit 12 Martyrs Square - Visit the Yekatit 12 Martyrs Monument.
- Meyazia 27 Square Monument - Also known as the Victory Monument.
- Mount Entoto - Conclude the tour with a drive up to Entoto, the former permanent camp of Emperor Menelik II. As you ascend, experience a significant drop in altitude and enjoy the refreshing scent of eucalyptus trees that blanket the area. From the summit, take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the capital and the surrounding countryside. After exploring the hill, return to the hotel. End of tour!
What's Included
- Fuel included
- Entrance fees covered
- Driver allowance provided
- Professional guide fees included
- Fuel included
- Entrance fees covered
- Driver allowance provided
- Professional guide fees included
Location
National Museum of Ethiopia
King George VI Street,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(29 Ratings)
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Asha_b
Feb 23, 2025
Wonderful service - The guy was very helpful. I had to change my pick up place and he picked me up from my chosen location. Overall had a satisfying experience. I might book another tour soon! Keep up the good work!
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Paradise42878049360
Feb 19, 2025
Great friendly tour around Addis Ababa - Had a great day with Desale who showed us around the city with enthusiam. We visited numerous sites including a really interesting trip to one of the city's history museums. Desale was happy to take us to any place we wanted to go to, and to spend as much or as little time as we wanted at each venue. It was a great experience and would love to come back one day
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Geirarneb
Feb 18, 2025
Great presentation of Addis - We had a very nice and informative trip around key sites in Addis Abeba with a knowledgable guide with good language skills who also took us with to nice meals. Recommended
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G2000ivnatashab
Feb 1, 2025
Worth it! - The tour guide is extremely knowledgeable and was super friendly. I learned a lot during the tour. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to learn more about Ethiopia while exploring Addis Ababa.
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Satyawatip
Jan 16, 2025
highly recommended - highly recommended!! Luel and Joseph were so nice and knowledgeable. They took me for a full day tour and I’m very grateful. don’t hesitate to book this tour 😊
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B9311hgemmanuelb
Nov 13, 2024
Perfect layover tour! - Had a great layover tour with my guide Luel. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient and kind - a great person to spend the day with!
Will definitely be back to do a longer tour of Ethiopia with him. Highly recommend this tour if you’re around just for the day!
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Johan
Oct 26, 2024
See a lot in a short time - Great way to see and learn a lot of the city even if you don’t have a lot of time. Luel and the driver Nebeyu took great care of us!
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347mulengam
Oct 24, 2024
A Perfect Half-Day Tour of Ethiopia’s Cultural Gems - I recently did a half-day tour in Addis Ababa, and it was a perfect way to experience Ethiopia’s rich culture and history. Our tour covered Unity Park, St. George Church, the Ethnographic Museum, and the Addis Ababa Museum, each offering something unique and memorable.
Unity Park is a beautiful space, showcasing Ethiopia’s historical treasures, wildlife, and its modern transformation. The gardens are stunning, and the attention to detail in preserving the past while embracing the future is impressive.
At St. George Church, the architecture and spiritual significance left me in awe. The church’s historical importance, combined with the serenity of the space, made it a highlight of the day. The art inside tells incredible stories.
The Ethnographic Museum was another standout, giving me a deep insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures.
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Jaymf853xh
Oct 10, 2024
Great tour and way to experience Addis - This was an excellent tour and our guide Luel was fantastic. The city is beautiful, he was very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend for anyone that wants to see the city, and get some amazing coffee and food while doing it.
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Ranadilawar_a
Jul 17, 2024
Everything was excellent - Guide was cooperative and i had very informative discussion with him. Visited some food points and historic places.
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