Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour
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At 3,200 meters in elevation, Entoto Hill is sort of the roof of Addis Ababa. Driving up the steep road, you’ll pass homes and small villages, highland growth, and as you gain elevation you’ll start to get great views of Addis Ababa (on a clear day). Menelik II built his palace on the Entoto Hill and used it as his headquarters during the founding of Addis Ababa. Towards the top of Entoto Hill is Entoto Maryam Cathedral, or St. Mary’s it’s worth a stop cathedral including the museum as well. then onwards to the National Museum of Ethiopia. on the way back from Entoto Hill, stop by the Shiro Meda Local market sells Ethiopian textiles in all their forms,
best local markets to shop handwoven cotton clothes It is also famous for buying small gift items like bed covers, Table Clothes, scarves, T-shirts, necklaces, earrings, Visit important religious and cultural sites and enjoy a delicious meal at Addis Ababa restaurant Flexible itinerary takes you to top sights tailored to your interests
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Airport/ Hotel Pick up & drop off & Fuel surcharge
Admission fees Menelik Museum + Mount Entoto View Points
WiFi on board + all attraction fees
Admission fees To the National Museum of Ethiopia
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle+ Driver/guide
Admission fees menelik palace admission fees Saint Mary church
Lunch at Addis Ababa Restaurant
Tips for your driver Guide + park fees
Kindly note that the National museum is not open on Monday
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Mount Entoto
we will drive uphill to Entoto, which once was Emperor Minilik II’s permanent camp. Driving the hill there is a considerable drop in altitude and the air is filled with the scent of the Eucalyptus trees which cover the area. From the top, there is a panoramic view of the capital and surrounding countryside. Please note that entrance fee to the Entoto park is not included, If you wish to enter the park the cost will be 9USD/Person durations: 35 minutes
Menelik palace
It is a historical place where Emperor Menelik II resided and built his palace, when he came from Ankober and founded Addis Ababa. It is considered a sacred mountain and has many monasteries. Mount Entoto is also the location of a number of celebrated churches, including Saint Raguel and Saint Mary.[1] The mountain is densely covered by eucalyptus trees that were imported from Australia during the reign of Menelik II, and mostly planted during Emperor Haile Selassie's reign. Thus, it is sometimes referred to as the "lung of Addis Ababa". The forest on the mountain is an important source of firewood for the city. It was also a source of building material in earlier times. durations: 1 hour
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Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour
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Reviews
93 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So much in one trip!
Roam02249542183,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This experience was wonderful! The driver and the tour guide were courteous and patient. We were able to see so many different unique places. I would absolutely recommend it!
Great introduction to Addis!! Loved this tour!!
Tori C,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I were visiting Addis Ababa for the very first time and sought out this tour as a great way to introduce us to the major sites. Our guide, Alem, went above and beyond to make sure we saw everything we wanted. He was an incredible guide and everything was prompt and went so smoothly. We particularly loved his relationships with other local members of the community, our lunch, coffee, and the Merkato. If you don’t have a lot of time in the city, this tour is absolutely perfect!
Welcome to Addis Ababa with Adisu
joachimw308,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour started on time, edited by guide Adisu, very warm, Great day, guided tours and stops Five stars 🌟 The tour highly recommended
Best way to get an in depth view of the highlights of Addis Ababa
gkaper,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I met Jonas when I was visiting a coffee bar. He was then touring another guest from France. He offered to take me to a traditional restaurant (Yod Abyssinia) which was a great experience. I decided to hire him for the rest of the sightseeing the next day and didn’t regret it a minute. He fully catered to itinerary to my wishes. We spend time on the mountain overlooking Addis Ababa, we went to the Mercato market to spots I would never find myself, a local clothes market, visit the best local coffee bars, etc. Highlight was a visit to a church that has the tomb of Menelik II of Ethiopia. The church was closed, but Jonas managed to get the local guard to open it for me and visit the tomb. All in all a great day and worth every dollar if you want to see some in depth highlights of Addis Ababa!
Jonas, the best choice in Addis
Freedom710847,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jonas was an exceptional leader. I felt safe from the very first moment. He adapted flexibly to my needs.If you want to spend time in Addis Ababa like a local, Jonas is the best choice.
Marvellous!!!
em marvel,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best guided tour I have been on. Yonas was well informed, flexible and patient. He reached out immediately upon booking and was communicative. He also provided details during the tour that offered valuable insights in Addis and Ethiopian culture. I highly recommend this trip. It was worthwhile!
Awesome experience with an excellent guide!!
tbyrd711,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adius was great as a tour guide! He was very informative and explained Ethiopian history very well. I learn a lot with him
Great experience. Highly recommended
Michael B,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommended. Yonas is very knowledgeable and made the experience that much better by giving us historical insight making the trip also a learning experience.
Experience in Addis Ababa national museum
Voyager56121260133,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experience in Addis Ababa national museum 此前从埃塞俄比亚南部一路北上，目之所及多是部落文化与习俗，让我一度将这里的印象定格在“部落社会”。直到走进埃塞俄比亚国家博物馆，才彻底颠覆了固有认知——原来这片土地藏着如此深厚的文化底蕴：它是非洲首个创造自主文字的国家，更是从未被殖民过的独立存在。 尽管博物馆展览面积不算大，但这场参观体验却远超预期，核心要感谢导游Alem。作为历史与考古专业出身的从业者，他的讲解细致到每一件展品的背景与脉络：从埃塞俄比亚本土发现的动物化石、堪称“人类祖母”的露西化石，到完整的人类演变历程，甚至能从展品中解读出古希腊与古埃及的痕迹——那是文化与宗教交流留下的奇妙印记，这种跨越时空的关联感，让人觉得格外震撼。 近一个小时里，Alem用专业视角串联起历史与文明，我们不仅亲眼见证了“人类老祖宗”露西的珍贵遗存，更读懂了埃塞俄比亚不为人知的文明厚度。真心推荐大家来这里参观，一定要找Alem做向导，他会让你看到一个远超“部落印象”的、更立体鲜活的埃塞俄比亚。 Alem's WhatsApp +25113396183 E-mail: [email protected] Before visiting the museum, I traveled northward all the way from southern Ethiopia, where most of what I saw was tribal culture and customs—this made me once fix my impression of the country as a "tribal society". It wasn’t until I stepped into the National Museum of Ethiopia that this inherent perception was completely reversed: this land actually holds such profound cultural heritage. It is the first country in Africa to create its own writing system, and more importantly, it has never been colonized. precious fossil of Lucy ("Grandmother of Humanity"), to the complete course of human evolution. What’s more, he even helped us spot traces of ancient Greece and ancient Egypt in the exhibits—wonderful marks left by cultural and religious exchanges, and this sense of connection across time and space was particularly striking. During the nearly one-hour tour, Alem connected history and civilization with his professional perspective. We not only got to see the precious remains of Lucy, the "ancestor of mankind", but also gained an in-depth understanding of Ethiopia’s little-known cultural depth. I truly recommend everyone to visit this museum and be sure to ask Alem to be your guide—he will show you a more three-dimensional and vivid Ethiopia that goes far beyond the "tribal impression".
Fantastic Trip with a Great Guide, and Now, Friend!Highly Recommend!
TravelerBob1947,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A Wonderfilled experience! He is a wealth of knowledge, with a kind Soul and an excellent and profound amount of information and patience with two old people. We have traveled with many guides and he is "TOPS"!!!! I highly recommend him and will refer Friends to him! Wonderful experience!
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