Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa

Summary

Start your tour with convenient pickup at your Addis Ababa hotel and then travel to your first destination, Entoto Hill, where the city began. You'll also visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral Church, which is notable for its distinct architecture and its onsite museum. Walk around the church with your guide, learning about its construction, history, and religious significance.  Move on to the National Museum, home to "Lucy", the partial skeleton of a specimen of Australopithecus afarensis, among other precious national treasures.  Refuel with a traditional Ethiopian lunch the Taitu Hotel, the oldest in the country (own expense).  Following your meal, head for the St. George Cathedral and Museum, located in the very center of Addis Ababa and notable for its octagonal shape and distinct architecture. Continue to Haile Selassie's former palace, the location of the Ethnological Museum, then view the campus of Addis Ababa University. To round out the tour, you'll drive through Arat Kilo, Meskel Square, and Piassa, before heading back to your hotel for drop-off.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

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.

What’s included?

  • 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 palace

  • Entry/Admission - Entoto Maryam Church

  • Entry/Admission - Ethnological Museum

  • Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia

  • Entry/Admission - Menelik II Square

  • Entry/Admission - St. George's Cathedral

  • Entry/Admission - Holy Trinity Cathedral

  • Lunch

  • Tip for tour guide

  • Other cost not offered in this program

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-8 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

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

Operated by:

myGuzo

About operator:

Authentic Ethiopian Experiences. Professional Staff. Safety First. For the rest of your life, you will remember the time you traveled around Ethiopia with myGuzo. You’ll remember the ever warm breeze of the mountains, the trademark hospitality of the people, the flavorsome cuisine and the ancient yet dramatic history of the Country. myGuzo specializes in offering truly authentic Ethiopian experiences - ones that you the true culture and history of Ethiopians, not the ones prepared for tourists. Our promise to you is to show you the Ethiopia we live everyday.

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