Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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As a nation with more than 3,000 years of age and 80 Ethnic groups, Ethiopia is rich in culture, history and heritage. In just 5-7 hours, this comprehensive museum tour will leave you with an appreciation for Ethiopia as a country.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Mount Entoto, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

The tour follows a chronological order of the expansion of Addis Ababa, starting with where it all started at the famous Entoto mountain. Here, you will see the vast parts of Addis Ababa from an impressive viewpoint.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Menelik palace, Entot Mountain, Addis Ababa 1000 Ethiopia

You will visit the palace of the Mighty King who kept Ethiopia independent from Colonial Powers (Emperor Menelik II). The Emperor was so busy fighting back imperialists that his palace is a humble one.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Entoto Maryam Church, North Shewa, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

You will walk around the historic Entoto Church, which in its compound has the first church in/around Addis Ababa. It is a tranquil church with typical ancient architecture of Ethiopian Churches.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ethnological Museum, Algeria St Piazza Haile, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

One of the finest museums in Africa, showing the full sweep of Ethiopia's cultural and social history across two floors. It is located within Haile Selassie’s former palace and surrounded by the beautiful gardens and fountains of Addis Ababa University,

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: National Museum of Ethiopia, King George VI Street, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

Ethiopia’s most important museum and home to our ancestor Lucy

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Menelik II Square, Sres, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

You will drive through the center of Addis Ababa, called Old Piazza, where you will see old Italian buildings, and also masses of people transiting to different parts of the city. It is a good highlight of Addis Ababa's way of life.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: St. George's Cathedral, Piazza, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

Famed for its distinct octagonal architecture and located at the center of Addis Ababa

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Aratkilo area Addis, Addis Ababa 123 Ethiopia

The highest ranking cathedral church in Addis Ababa with its own museum and distinct architecture

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions

  • Pickup and drop-off at any location in Addis Ababa (Hotel, house or airport)
  • Ground transportation including a car, a driver and fuel
  • Accompanying English speaking guide
  • Local tour guides at the museums
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entrance fees to FOUR/FIVE museums
  • Entry/Admission - Menelik II Square
  • Entry/Admission - Entoto Maryam Church
  • Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia
  • Entry/Admission - St. George's Cathedral
  • Entry/Admission - Ethnological Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Holy Trinity Cathedral
  • Entry/Admission - Menelik palace

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Tip for tour guide
  • Other cost not offered in this program

Additional information

  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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