Private Tour
Full Day Private City Tour Of Addis Ababa
Overview
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The Tour is designed for clients who needs a private city tour of Addis, The Tour includes all the major sites of Addis Ababa and Our Guides and Drivers are flexible, The client is the boss here...
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
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
You will start your city tour of Addis Ababa with the National Museum of Ethiopia. This is one of the best museums in quality and diversity of the exhibits. Archeological exhibits include the 3.5 million-year-old fossil of Lucy (or Dinkinesh – ‘thou art wonderful’- in the native language), a hominoid woman of the specious of Australopithecus Afarensis. The discovery of Lucy’s fossil in 1974 forced a complete rethink of human genealogy, providing that our ancestors were walking 2.5 million years earlier than had been supposed. The National Museum also contains many wonderful artifacts dating back to pre-Axumite civilization.
We continue our tour of Addis Ababa with visit to the Ethnographic Museum which is found inside the compound of the Addis Ababa University. This museum is very different to the National Museum, but equally absorbing, this museum exhibit, a varied array of artifacts and daily objects related to most ethnic groups living in Ethiopia.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Fuel surcharge
Entrance fee
Guide
Parking Fees
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Full Day Private City Tour Of Addis Ababa, With Addis Ethiopia Tours
Pickup included
Guide (German & French Guide)
Duration: 6 hours
Air conditioned Van.
Pickup included
English Guide Service
Comfortable A/C Vehicle
Pickup included
Reviews
48 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I loved this tour
wendyaliciam,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour was amazing I really enjoyed the entire city tour. I didn't feel rushed. The day was planned accordingly as scheduled. I would definitely book this tour again.
Great city tour and guide
865jasonl,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Teshome was a great guide and took us all around the city. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions appropriately.
Never too late.
SheliaJDavis,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyed this tour to the fullest. Teka was amazing, informative and kind. At 79 years old, he was patient and understanding. With my daughter taking the lead, Teka made sure I did not feel left out. A blessing. I will cherish this tour and share with grandchildren and great grandchildren. It is never too late. Thank you so much.
GREAT TOUR TO SEE ADDIS ABABA
wattersds,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing. Our tour guide Teka contacted us the day before to confirm the pick up time and location. On the day of our tour Teka arrived on time and introduced himself and the driver. We begin our tour with a drive up the mountain to Mount Entoto. We stopped to see the Eucalyptus tree and enjoyed a view of the entire city. Next, we headed to Addis Ababa University where we visited the Institute of Ethiopian Studies and the Ethnographic Museum. Teka was very knowledgeable about the museum and all the artifacts. We learned that the building used to be the Emperor's home. Next, we went to the National Museum of Ethiopia where we saw the 3.5 million-year-old fossil of "Lucy or Dinkinesh." Next, we drove to Mercato Market where we experienced the high pace of selling everything from clothing, food and spices, electronics, and much more. We then visited St. George's Cathedral. During our visit to the Cathedral, we were fortunate to see young college students praying, worshipping, and chanting. We also went to eat at Addis Ababa Restaurant and had a traditional Ethiopian meal of injera, goat and vegetables. We learned this restaurant used to be home to Emperor's wife. Out entire tour was an experience of a lifetime, however the personal knowledge and patience of our tour guide, Teka, made the experience something me and my mother will always cherish. If you want to experience a great tour of Addis Ababa, this is the tour for you, and if you want to make the tour more personal and special, request Teka as your tour guide.
Best possible way to visit Addis Ababa
Vincent R,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Teshome has shown tremendous interpersonal skills, human kindness and extensive knowledge of Ethiopia’s history . He made this tour highly enjoyable and of great knowledge to me. Highly recommended!!!
A great city tour of Addis Ababa.
renap266,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our city tour of Addis Ababa. It was great to see what the city offered. We felt well looked after and very safe. But the best part was speaking to our guide Teshome Antachew about the city, the culture and his life. This made the tour more personal. We shared a wonderful traditional Ethiopian lunch together. I would highly recommend this tour as well as our guide Teshome Antachew.
Nice tour
Go23651837213,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice day tour in Addis Abeba. Nice guide.
5 star experience
zubedaf2021,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adisu was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable about the history of Addis and Ethiopia as a whole. He was extremely patient, a great photographer, and wonderful company overall. 😀 Recommend 100%
Best Addis Ababa City Tour
Kerv S,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best private tour so far. On time pick up and very knowledgeable and easy to connect guide ( Addis). He connects with you very well and make sure you’re enjoying the trip.
Must see the Merkato --- with a guide!
L9684WYwillb,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour one of the highlights of my entire thirty plus day trip. The merkato is fascinating. Very chaotic, potentially dangerous and hard to do without a guide. But our guide Luel and driver Nebyou coordinated really well to make it possible. Saw all the highlights of the city, with a little time left over for a traditional coffee at the end. Truly a must do in Addis.
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