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Full-Day Private City Tour of Addis Ababa

4.9(204)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 204 reviews9 hFree cancellationBy Merit Ethiopian Experience Tours
Visitor holding the national flag of Ethiopia standing next to Lucy at the National Museum of Ethiopia in Addis Ababa

About this activity

This Viator 'Badge of Excellence' award-winning tour is perfect for layover travelers in Addis Ababa.

With expert local tour guide, customize and enjoy the best first-time visitors’ overview to Addis Ababa.

Explore top things to do in the city with flexible airport pick up and/or hotel drop off.

Use a private air-conditioned vehicle on this door-to-door city tour.

Highlights include:

- Experience Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and learn cooking Ethiopian cuisine

- Savour home cooked meals for lunch at a local family house

- See the fossil remains of Lucy at the National Museum of Ethiopia

- Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral or Saint George Cathedral, Addis Ababa’s most notable religious sites

- Enjoy stunning city views from Mount Entoto

- City sightseeing drive to view notable landmarks

- Visit Merkato Market and Ethnological Museum

- Taste Tej - Ethiopian Honey Wine

Available in English, Spanish, German and French speaking guides, book this tour for a memorable experience in Addis Ababa.

What's included

  • ✓Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Experience
  • ✓A glass of Tej (Ethiopian Honey Wine), similar to mead. It is the national drink of Ethiopia.
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off with private air conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Professional experienced English speaking tour guide
  • ✓Home cooked Ethiopian meals

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕National Museum of Ethiopia is NOT OPEN on MONDAYS. Merkato Market is CLOSED on Sundays.
  • ✕This is extra payment for entrance fees at Holy Trinity Cathedral (~$10), Saint George Cathedral (~$3), and Ethnological Museum (~$2).

Good to know

  • 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.

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