Vintage Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Sightseeing in Addis Ababa
Overview
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This tour combines all sorts of activities one could ask for in a day. We will allow guests to improvise it based on interests and time so they could explore more. We will guarantee the discovery of all the hidden gems of Addis Ababa.
Traditional Coffee ceremony and coffee in a vintage coffee shop, visit some of the old and authentic restaurants to try local dishes.
Like we do with our other tours, we prioritize tourists comfort and joy which allows everyone to cheer all what we offer.
We will make sure you make the best out of your time in Addis Ababa.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Private transportation
We cover traveler's coffee & drinks costs in total as we invite them to try the different cuisine and coffee varieties.
Bottled water
Lunch & dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Ramada by Wyndham Addis Ababa
Block #14, Africa Avenue, Bole Sub City Woreda 3 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Sapphire Addis Hotel
Nambia Ave, Bole Sub City Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Bole Airport
Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Getfam Hotel
Haile Gebreslassie Road Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Hilton Addis Ababa
Menelik II Avenue, Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa
Taitu Street Addis Ababa Ethiopia
What To Expect
National Museum of Ethiopia
Visiting the national museum will give broaden traveller's general information about Ethiopia. It consists of several antiquities and paintings and the famous Lucy - the oldest hominid skeleton, ancestors of humanity. You will have detailed explanations
Ras Dashen
This will be our lunch stop to experience the delicious cuisine which comprises all types of vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes. It is the best place to feel the authentic taste - we might change it to Taitu hotel depending on how we are doing on time.
Options
Vintage Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Sightseeing in Addis Ababa
Pickup included
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Generous tour
Escape37742259896,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable guide with great story telling and very welcoming ! We went to the Mercato and the national museum ; he brought us to a great coffee shop. Generous tour !
Sensational!
paulom644,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour simply wonderful! The guide Gashaw was extremely professional and friendly, in addition to excellent driver! The coffee and meal schedule was super well elaborated and Gashaw did not spare efforts to find a cafeteria where he could buy another variety of excellent Ethiopian coffee! Note ten!
Amazing coffee shops and restaurants
Navigator20125850656,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was truly worth it from beginning to end. We started with lunch at a local restaurant and then experienced a traditional coffee ceremony. Gashaw was always attentive and made sure I felt comfortable everywhere we went. The places and restaurants that we went through were local and traditional, this is why this tour was so special. Gashaw was an amazing guide. Thank you!
Wonderful day exploring the city
LizG870,
Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day with Gashow. He was such a source of knowledge about Ethiopian history and culture and passionately shared it with us throughout the day. We started off at the museum where Gashow gave us interesting historical accounts and provided a background on the country before going out to explore unique coffee shops and a delicious lunch. He took us through the market, which was fascinating, especially the recycling section. Gashow was extremely accommodating- we had mentioned we like honey so he took us to a local honey shop and also to a variety of neighborhoods which helped us understand Addis Ababa better. Gashow never stopped being focused on sharing about the sites throughout the seven hours we were together. He also made sure we took a variety of photos which we will always treasure from this special day. We would highly recommend this tour with Gashow to anyone visiting this vibrant city!
Great guide experience
C8255UVpatrickk,
Jan 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fitsum was a terrific guide and very friendly. He took me around to many different places and catered the experience to my interests - such as taking me to a place where women make pottery because he heard that my spouse works in a similar field. My only complaint is that the main Aspire Tours office needs to respond to messages and calls in a better and more timely manner. But their guides are top notch. Fitsum knows Addis in and out, he’s a real expert who has studied history and culture at a great University and spending the day with him was comfortable and enjoyable. I felt like I had met him long ago already.
Exploring the city
H3957KSmarilynh,
Dec 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A day around Addisababa will always remain a beautiful memory for me. Gashaw and I met at my hotel and headed to the University and the former home of Hailie Selassie. I learned a great deal about Ethiopian history and was able to see regional artifacts and cultural items. My guide is not only a lovely person but also very knowledgeable with a talent to weave a story around historical facts. We had lunch at a modern restaurant and took a drive up the mountain for stunning views of the city. We had the most delicious coffee break before heading to the Merkato, a very interesting experience in itself. I loved my day touring the city and hope to return again.
Great!
T d,
Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a full day tour around Addis Ababa and it was great. Desale is a brilliant tourguide and he's a walking encyclopedia. Greatly recommended! 👍
Great Day with Gashaw!
deborahsE5720SE,
Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a day to myself in Addis Abeba as a solo traveler and wanted to see some of the city. Gashaw was an amazing guide! He went above and beyond any expectations. It was such a pleasure to spend the day with him. His knowledge and understanding of the city and its history was invaluable.
Outstanding
AshrafE892,
Oct 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My half-day tour of Addis Ababa with Gashow was truly special. Not only did we manage to pack in a lot of places and activities in about eight hours, Gashow was outstanding in his knowledge of the city and also in ensuring that I made the most of the little time I had during my layover. In fact, we got along very well and I’ve made a friend in Addis Ababa in him. I highly recommend the service. If you do choose it, ask for Gashow.
Perfect day in Addis
mayasZ5554PP,
Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was my second tour with Moges, having toured the city with him in 2019. Both times were interesting, enjoyable and delicious (and we felt very safe)! His insights on everything, from the ever-changing geopolitical situation in the country, to where to get the best avocado smoothie made our day truly special. Don't miss out on the recycling section of the market - it's like nothing you'll experience anywhere else!
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