Best of Addis Ababa- (full day)
Overview
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6 hours
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Gain fascinating insights from Addis Ababa (New Flower). Experience several landmarks, old buildings, statues, lion figures and explanatory museums, and learn about some of the Museum collections . This tour also includes a short walk on Entoto hills, Meracto - largest open-air market in Africa, explore the secrets with purchase experts. coffee stop at TOMOCA the best coffee shop in Addis Ababa. At the end, guests are free to enjoy some the traditional night life.
• Experience the historical side of Addis Ababa including its museum, church, and historical buildings
• Begin at the National Museum of Ethiopia (closed Mondays); optional: visit the Ethnographic Museum and Emperor Haile Selassie’s former palace on the same campus for cultural history and modern art.
• Visit Lucy, the oldest human fossil
• Drive to the top of Entoto Mountains to see amazing views of Addis Ababa
• Walk to the massive open-air Mercato
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
National Museum of Ethiopia
Homes of the oldest human Fossil, (Lucy), ancient artifacts, Historical treasures and modern paintings.
Holy Trinity Cathedral
The main Cathedral of Ethiopian orthodox church and a burial place of the last King of Ethiopia, Haile selassie I.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup points
Bole Airport
Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Golden Tulip Addis Ababa Hotel
Cameroon Street, Bole Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Options
Best of Addis Ababa- (full day)
Pickup included
Reviews
56 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Solid Two‑Day Tour with a Knowledgeable Guide
ExpatinVienna,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked a two‑day tour with Adefa Tours as a solo traveler, covering an Addis Ababa city tour and a day trip to Wenchi Crater Lake. Overall, it was well organized and easy to book. The Addis tour was a good introduction to Ethiopia, especially the National Museum. Sisay, my guide, was very knowledgeable and clearly enthusiastic about Ethiopian history and culture, which made the experience engaging rather than scripted. The Wenchi Crater Lake day trip was the highlight. It’s a long day, but everything ran smoothly—from the early start and coffee stop, to the hike, waterfalls, hot springs, and boat trip across the lake. Horseback riding was also included. Sisay was flexible throughout the day, adjusting timing based on my pace and interests. All logistics were handled as promised, with private transport, entrance fees, and water included. Not a luxury tour, but a reliable, informative option that works especially well for solo travelers.
Amazing Experience in Ethiopia 🙌
maureenpU9560AC,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed a fantastic time in Ethiopia with Siaay. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible with what we wanted to do. As first time visitors we felt very welcomed, safe, and comfortable and we enjoyed a variety of sights and experiences that we will never forget. Would highly recommend this tour! We look forward to returning soon.
Cool day in Addis Ababa
ninnl2026,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent the day with Sisay and got an exciting and genuine experience of Addis. Every place he took us felt well thought out and unique. Without this tour, it feels like we would have missed a lot of the Addis experience. Sisay was also very flexible when it came to our wishes and a human Wikipedia for all our questions about Ethiopia.
An unforgettable experience
1110Claire11,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Addis Ababa was a truly wonderful and magnificent discovery, thanks to our guide Sisay, who took us through the city, its museums, its various neighborhoods, its churches, and its "Mercato" - an experience unlike any I’ve ever had before. The Addis Ababa market is a city within a city, crowded, noisy, colorful, simply unbelievable. Sisay introduced us to incredible people, let us taste exquisite fruit juices and coffee that Ethiopia can be proud of, and, of course, capped off the tour with a view of the city from its hills and a chance to savor the local cuisine, which is so flavorful and healthy.
Good tour
O1159QDmikaelb,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour that shows the real Addis Ababa. Flexible tour guide who can adjust on the fly.
I have very amazing time and experience. Everything was more than i expected. Guide was amazing 👍👍👍
772vaidasj,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect experience. Beautiful city. 100 % professional guide. Also guide taking perfect photos. Highly recommend
A DAY OF REVELATIONS
JimmI245,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A day that I will always remember spent with Sissay my tour guide in Addis Ababa. I discovered a treasure trove at the Bete Mariam Orthodox Church. An amazing place with a starlight dome filled with Ethiopian and European art some of which dated from antiquity. The crypt in the church was accessed by a narrow vault in the floor leading to the royal tombs of Empress Taitu, Emperor Menelik, Empress Zewditu and Princess Tsehai Haile Selassie.The kind of splendour you only see in Europe and Egypt. Do not visit Ethiopia without seeing this great wonder of Ethiopia. Our tour ended with a visit to the moutain towering Addis Ababa from where we had a wonderful birds eye view of the city. This was a lovely day i will never forget and thanks to Sissay the excellent tour guide.
A very nice experience
K4745HNmariem,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sisay was a tourist guide very attentive to our preferences, patient and warm. A very nice experience! Amességelalou Sisay 😊
Amazing!
306matildah,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing day full of beautiful sights and experiences. I highly recommend this guide. He is shares so much knowledge about Addis abeba and the history of Ethiopia. We learned so many new things!
Full day tour
bisana2023,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a whole day filled with good experience! A nice etiopian coffe to behind with, a lot of historical facts at the national museum, we went to the mercato and got to buy and try a lot of different things. Had an amazing smoothie with fresh fruits. Had an very tasty injera brunch and then we also got to see the holiday celebration!!! Lovely day 10/10 ended with the beautiful view from entoto ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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