• National Museum of Ethiopia - Discover the rich tapestry of human evolution at the National Museum of Ethiopia. Marvel at the renowned Lucy fossil, a 3.2 million-year-old Australopithecus Afarensis, and explore Ethiopia’s pivotal role in the study of human evolution.

Explore the museum’s historical evolution section to learn about the rise and fall of the influential Aksumite Empire, the impact of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, and the intricate history of modern Ethiopia.

On the first floor, admire the artistic prowess of Ethiopians, from ancient paintings and sculptures to contemporary masterpieces.

Gain insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures and traditions through traditional clothing, tools, and household items from various regions displayed on the second floor.

• Mercato Market - Embark on a shopping adventure through Ethiopia’s capital city with this tour. Enjoy convenient airport or hotel pickup and travel with a local guide to Addis Ababa’s top spots for authentic local products like coffee, jewelry, and leather. Visit the expansive open-air Merkato Market and notable locations like Piazza, old Tomoca coffee shops, Zebra Gallery, and the Stadium. Afterward, savor a delicious lunch at Addis Ababa’s best local restaurant, the first and oldest in East Africa, and enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. During this half-day guided tour, explore the vibrant and colorful open-air market, gaining a deeper understanding of Ethiopian culture and customs. Learn the art of haggling and enjoy bargaining for the best prices while hearing captivating stories.

• Shiro Meda Market - If your tour falls on a Sunday, visit a different open market since Merkato Market is closed. Head to Shiro Meda, a lively market near the US Embassy in Addis Ababa, known for its Ethiopian textiles, including wedding dresses and various clothing types. It is an excellent place to shop for handwoven cotton clothes, mainly for women, and small gift items like bed covers, tablecloths, scarves, T-shirts, necklaces, and earrings.

• Yobez Traditional Restaurant - Whether starting or ending your day in Addis Ababa, this tour offers authentic insights into local culinary culture with the opportunity to try delicious local specialties. The menu primarily features vegetarian dishes, the national dish of Ethiopia, and a variety of foods focusing on the fasting season, common in Ethiopia. Enjoy vegetables like cabbage, potatoes, beans, lentils, chickpeas, and non-vegetarian options like Doro Wot, a spicy local chicken stew made with a blend of spices including pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic, ginger, and more. Doro Wot is an Ethiopian chicken stew made with spiced local butter, berbere, caramelized onions, and hard-boiled eggs. It’s a popular dish in both Ethiopia and Eritrea, often shared communally with injera, a flatbread made from teff, Ethiopia’s staple grain. Enjoy coffee, tea, or bottled water.

• Tomoca Coffee - Situated in the Piazza area, Tomoca is Ethiopia’s oldest coffee shop, established in 1953. Experience the finest original black coffee or macchiato, and purchase the best roasted coffee or a bag of ground coffee at the historic Tomoca coffee shop in the Piazza area.

• Lion of Judah - The “Lion of Judah” is a symbolic title rooted in the Bible, referring to the tribe of Judah and, particularly, to Jesus Christ. It also symbolizes the Ethiopian monarchy, specifically Emperor Haile Selassie.

• Guided Walking Tours to Open air Mercato Market
• Unlimited drinking bottled water
• Attend Ethiopian traditional coffee Ceremony
• All types of organic fruit juices tasting
• Professional driver/guide
• Wifi on board
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Fuel surcharge included
• Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia

• Ethiopian National Food none vegetarian & Vegan all types +Tips for your driver/guide
• Merkato Market is closed on Sundays. But will refer you to Shiro Meda Sunday local Market instead
• Kindly note that the National museum is not open on Monday

Discover the vibrant food, markets, and culture of Addis Ababa on a personalized tour. Savor a variety of vegetarian, vegan, and non-vegetarian meals accompanied by fresh fruit juices. Visit the National Museum to view the famous fossil Lucy, wander through Piazza, enjoy a coffee at Tomoca Coffee, and participate in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Design a flexible itinerary with your guide. Additional attraction fees are not included but can be arranged upon request.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.