• Addis Ababa - Enat Ethiopia Tours’ guide and driver will meet you at Bole International Airport or your hotel and take you directly to The National Museum in Addis Ababa.

National Museum

Duration: 60 minutes

The National Museum houses numerous archaeological and historical artifacts, including the renowned hominid fossil “Lucy,” locally known as “Dinknesh,” meaning “wonderful.” This museum offers an excellent introduction to Ethiopia’s rich history.

• Mercato Market - Stop at Patriots Square

The official name of the square where the monument is located is Miazia 27, marking the day of the country’s liberation and the arrival of the Emperor with his patriotic troops in Addis Ababa. Emperor Haile Selassie I inaugurated the Freedom monument in 1944.

Mercato Market

Duration: 1-2 hours

As the largest open-air market in Africa, Mercato offers a captivating glimpse into the vast array of goods from all over the country. Visitors can engage in the Ethiopian tradition of price negotiation or bartering.

• Entoto Natural Park - Mount Entoto

Duration: 30 minutes

Standing at an altitude of 3,200 meters, Mount Entoto is the highest peak in the Addis Ababa region. It was the site of Menelik II’s first palace, the founder of Addis Ababa, and provides stunning views of the surrounding forests and the capital below.

Stop at Yekatit 12 Monument

This obelisk commemorates the politically motivated mass killing of Ethiopians by Italians in 1937.

• Shiro Meda Traditional Cloth Market | Shiro Meda | ሽሮ ሜዳ የባህላዊ ልብስ ገበያ | ሽሮ ሜዳ - Sheromeda Market

Duration: 20 minutes

Sheromeda is a fantastic local market in Addis Ababa, especially if you’re seeking locally hand-woven cotton women’s dresses adorned with various tribal colors.

• Meskel Square - Stop at Meskel Square

Meskel Square is a public square in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, often used for public gatherings, demonstrations, and festivals, most notably the Meskel Festival, from which it derives its name.

• Lion of Judah - Stop at Lion of Judah statue

Duration: 10 minutes

The Lion of Judah monument is a statue symbolizing Ethiopian Emperors and Ethiopia, located in Addis Ababa.

Finally, return to the hotel, guesthouse, or airport.

End of the tours.

• Private transportation
• Private Tour Guide
• Car and fuel
• Bottled water
• Entry & Admission of National Museum
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All fees and/or taxes
• Tea and coffee
• Entry & Admission of Mount Entoto Park

• personal needs
• Tips for the guide and driver

Enjoy a half-day tour of Addis Ababa, starting with a convenient pickup from your hotel or the airport. Take in the breathtaking views of Ethiopia’s capital from Mount Entoto Park. Discover significant landmarks such as the 15th-century churches and the Rastafarian pilgrimage site, St. George Cathedral. Explore the National Museum, home to the 3-million-year-old fossil of Lucy, and experience the bustling atmosphere of Merkato, the expansive open-air market.

Discover Addis Ababa on an affordable tour, visiting key religious and cultural sites while capturing unforgettable photos. See Lucy, one of the oldest known human ancestors, and maximize your time with easy hotel pickup and drop-off.

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