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Addis Ababa Entoto, Merkato with pickup any location

By On The Go Ethiopia Tours & car rent
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €38 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Entoto Mountain views overlooking the origins of Addis Ababa.
  • Historic Entoto Maryam Church and Menelik II’s palace site.
  • Colourful handmade textiles at Chiromeda Market.
  • National Museum visit featuring the famous fossil Lucy.
  • Guided walking tour through vibrant Mercato Market.

Activity location

    • Addis Ababa
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Airport Rd, Addis Ababa 1755, Ethiopia | We will pick them from Hotel or any place
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Addis Merkato and Entoto Maryam church in English

  • Opening hours: Fri 08:00-16:00
  • English

Discover Addis Ababa’s rich culture on a guided city tour. Visit the National Museum to see Lucy, explore historic landmarks, and experience the vibrant Merkato market. join locals for an authentic taste of local Coffee.
See the view of Addis from Entoto.

Language options: English
Price details
€39.20 x 1 Adult€39.20
Total
Price is €39.20

Valid for 6 Hours, Merkato And national Museum Addis Ababa in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Visit Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market for spices, crafts, and food. Explore the National Museum to see Lucy, the first human fossil, and Ethiopian treasures. See some Monument and enjoy a city view from Entoto Hill.
End your tour with coffee

Price details
€38.40 x 1 Adult€38.40
Total
Price is €38.40

Valid for 5 Hours, Entoto Maryam church and Addis Ababa university in English

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Visit Entoto Maryam Church, the historic Menelik Palace, and the Ethnological Museum to explore Ethiopia’s royal legacy, culture, and traditions—all set on the scenic hills overlooking Addis Ababa.
End your tour test the Local Coffee

Language options: English
Price details
€45.60 x 1 Adult€45.60
Total
Price is €45.60

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English speaking driver guide
  • Inclusions
    hotel/airport pick up and drop off
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee for Entoto Maryam church
  • Inclusions
    Admission Lagar train station
  • Inclusions
    Admission for national museum
  • Inclusions
    Coffee ceremony local shop
  • Exclusions
    Alcohol drink is Not include
  • Exclusions
    lunch

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Drones, Feeding animals, Smoking, Smoking indoors
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • -Entoto Maryam Church

    Visit the historic Entoto Maryam Church, which sits within the compound of the first church in Addis Ababa.
    Admire the ancient Ethiopian architectural style and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
    Explore the palace of Emperor Menelik II, the monarch who famously kept Ethiopia independent from colonial powers.
    Despite his power, the palace remains modest and humble, reflecting the emperor’s priorities

    Shiromeda Market – Ethiopian Textile Market
    On the way down from Entoto, stop at Chiromeda, the largest traditional textile market in Ethiopia.
    Discover displays of handwoven fabrics, scarves, and crafts made with exceptional skill.

    -National Museum of Ethiopia
    the museum that houses Ethiopia’s most famous fossil, Lucy (Dinkinesh), your ancient ancestor who lived over 3 million years ago.
    Explore Ethiopia’s rich archaeological and cultural heritage.

    -Menelik II Square & Old Piazza
    Drive through the historic centre of Addis Ababa, known as Piazza.
    See Italian-era buildings, lively streets, and crowds moving through the heart of the city—an authentic glimpse of daily life.

    -Mercato Market – Guided Walking Tour
    Take a guided walk through Mercato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets.
    Explore a maze of shops, spices, artefacts, and experience the energetic pulse of Addis.

Location

Activity location

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    • Addis Ababa
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Airport Rd, Addis Ababa 1755, Ethiopia | We will pick them from Hotel or any place
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia