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Addis Ababa Tours
Half Day City Tour of Addis Ababa
4.5

Half Day City Tour of Addis Ababa

By Addis Ethiopia Tours
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Ages 8-99, max of 8 per group
Duration: 3–4 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Entrance Fee
  • Guide Fee
  • Fuel
  • Driver Allowance
  • Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia
  • Entry/Admission - Mount Entoto


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We also pickup our clients from the airport.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Bole Airport, Addis Ababa Ethiopia
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Near public transportation
        • Infants must sit on laps
        • Infant seats available
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 91529P21

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers

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

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 91529P21

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        • Addis Ethiopia Tours
          428
          Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
          Joined in December 2015
        • Furuchikun
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent
          I had a very good guide Luel in this tour. He explained about Ethiopian history and culture very well. He was an excellent tour guide in any way.
          Written 16 January 2025
        • naiarapessanhacaetan
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The guide is great!
          It was great ! I enjoyed the tour , the guide Luel and Nebeyu is great ! The tour was complete ! It was top! The guide Luel was very attention
          Written 16 January 2025
        • richmS6714TJ
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Must Go Tour!
          This was an amazing tour! A fusion of history, geography, culture, and art. Our guide Desale really delve deep into most notable people in Ethiopia, important artifacts, and monuments across the city.
          Written 16 January 2025
        • Lamalady30
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nice way to spend layover!
          I had a daylong layover in Addis and this tour was the perfect way to spend my time. Everything from the booking to the tour itself was amazing. Our tour guide Desale was very professional and knowledgeable, and i learnt a lot of interesting facts about Ethiopia from him. He even took us souvenir shopping! The lunch experience was authentic, and the various places we visited were worth a visit for sure. Definitely recommended for anyone who has 7-8 hours to spare for some sightseeing. Our group had 5-6 people and the shuttle bus was air conditioned and clean. A special thanks to Desale for getting me dropped to my hotel before the official ending of the tour as my airport shuttle was scheduled for an early departure. It was probably the biggest relief to know that i will be able to enjoy the tour and still return to my hotel on time without any problems. Highly recommended tour and guide!
          Written 10 January 2025
        • 240allisong
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Luel & this tour are amazing!!!
          I had the option on the way back from a different trip to do a daylong layover in Addis via Ethiopian airlines. Seeing this tour, I went ahead and planned my trip back home around it (landed early in the morning, flew out that night). I am SO GLAD that I did. I had such a marvelous day with Luel as a guide and Abere as a driver (I could never manage driving in Addis-- Abere was incredible!). In case it's helpful to others, I'm a white female traveler in my early 30s, and I was traveling solo for this and no one else had booked the tour for that day, so I was the only one being shown around, and I always felt very safe and comfortable with them. Luel is incredibly personable, friendly, knowledgeable, open, and just a pleasure to talk to - he answered a million questions of mine and I learned a ton about Addis and Ethiopia. He is one of the best tour leaders I've ever encountered. I would not have changed a thing about the day.
          Written 10 January 2025
        • Tom R
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Guide, Great Experience
          I was visited Addis Ababa by myself and wanted to experience the city with others. Marriott recommended this tour group. It was better than I could have imagined. Desale was my guide and he professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. We had a lot of laughs. The first day I had one other tourist and I enjoyed experiencing it with them. During the city tour, Desale customized the day according to our interests. Everybody at the tour spots know him and he is respected. The national museum was closed and that was a bummer. But not Desale’s fault. If this is a primary reason for visiting the city, check to see when the renovation is complete. The ethnographic museum at the university will teach you a lot about the city and the history of the country. At the end of the day, we went to one of the restaurants with a cultural show. Some of the songs were b-rated Frank Sinatra. The dancers were very good and came to the audience to dance. The second day we went to the debra libanos monastery and Portuguese bridge. Awesome experience. The ride is through the mountains. Ricky was an amazing driver navigating animals, hills, tuk-tuks, trucks, people. The Portuguese bridge is as majestic as being at the Grand Canyon Desale handles everything and will give you as much information as you want. Strongly recommend. Side note: Areka is no joke and will have you speaking Amharic.
          Written 10 January 2025
        • 900xing
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Thanks to our cool guide Luel
          The day trip in Addis Ababa was well organized and full of joy. Our guide Luel was so nice that introduced us the history of Ethiopia and let us enjoy a lot of local food, culture. Thanks a bunch! We are looking forward to having another adventure with Luel in two years to the south of Ethiopia.
          Written 7 January 2025
        • NielsV251
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Ethiopië city tour
          It was a good tour with the tour guide Desale , he was very friendly and well knowledgeable about the country , he gave us a city tour , tour to the rift valley and more . Desale makes you feel safe walking in the city among the locals , he is honest and trust worthy , we will gladly recommend him to other tourists if you visit Ethiopië and will need a guide
          Written 7 January 2025
        • Alejandrodlp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Insightful city tour around Addis Ababa
          Excellent tour in Addis, very insightful and they take us to the main areas within the city in a few hours. Just enough to have a general ideal of the city, culture and history within the specified timeframe. Luel is great and friendly, adjusted the tour to the audience’s vibe making all of us have a great experience. Thank you much and see you next time
          Written 7 January 2025
        • Thehappyzebra
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent Day exploring Addis Ababa
          Me and my family had a fantastic time on our Addis Ababa day trip. The experience was super smooth and both Luel & mikeyas were fantastic. Luel was our guide and he had an exceptional understanding of Ethiopian history while Mikeyas was a pro in handling the crazy traffic! This tour lasts about 7-8 hours but gives an excellent understanding of Addis Ababa and Ethiopian history!
          Written 5 January 2025
        • higorv242
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The tour was wonderful, our guides Luel and Nebeyu were super attentive, friendly and precise in explaining the culture
          The tour was wonderful, our guides Luel and Nebeyu were super attentive, friendly and precise in explaining every aspect of Ethiopian culture to us. I highly recommend it to anyone who is spending a day in Addis Ababa and wants to get to know the daily life and peculiarities of this capital in depth! Greetings from Brazil!!!
          Written 30 December 2024
        • 283carsonk
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Incredible tour
          Excellent tour given by Luel! Truly the perfect way to spend my one day in Addis Ababa during my stopover. Would recommend to anyone looking to make the most of 24 hours in the city!
          Written 30 December 2024
        • earnestjunior
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Day Tour
          This tour was a fantastic representation of the vast history and culture of Ethiopia as well as the unique atmosphere and energy of Addis Ababa. The knowledgeable tour guide was friendly, hospitable and very professional. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience!
          Written 28 December 2024
        • Chris W
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Addis day tour with Luel!
          I really enjoyed the full day tour with Luel around Addis Ababa. He’s a great guide and companion - I learned a lot about Addis, Ethiopian history and culture, and more. If I did it again I would ask him to have us spend more time walking and less time driving ( maybe skipping a more distant stopping point of two.) I highly recommend Luel as a guide! I’d love to do a longer trip with him outside Addis some time.
          Written 24 December 2024
        • gailinh2018
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent tour, highly recommend
          Our tourguide Luel was excellent, he was so accommodating with our requests. He provided so much insight into the history of Ethiopia, so passionate about his country. Our driver Nebeyu was very good.
          Written 14 December 2024
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        Em K
        Vancouver, Canada129 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I can’t say enough good things about my guide, Sam. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly has a strong love for his country. We started the tour at the National Museum of Ethiopia before heading up to Entoto Hill to see the spectacular view of Addis Ababa, and lastly, we took a drive through the city’s Mercato, which, according to Sam, wasn’t very busy by normal standards (but looked pretty happening to me!) I can’t imagine the area when it’s buzzing. If you need a company to show you around, I highly recommend Addis Ethiopia Tours for the job.
        Written 21 February 2020
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        Dear Client, Thank you so much for your kind words, We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience here on TripAdvisor. We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Our best regards.
        Written 25 August 2021
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        bassel D
        1 contribution
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020
        My Guide Samuel was very good he has a great knowledge of Ethiopian culture and gave a ton of valuable information. One thing I didn't like is Mercato tour it was a little bit boring. I suggest to change it with another place.
        Written 25 February 2020
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        Dear Client, Thank you so much for your kind words, We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience here on TripAdvisor. We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Our best regards.
        Written 25 August 2021
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        Mulenga M
        14 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2024 • Solo
        I recently did a half-day tour in Addis Ababa, and it was a perfect way to experience Ethiopia’s rich culture and history. Our tour covered Unity Park, St. George Church, the Ethnographic Museum, and the Addis Ababa Museum, each offering something unique and memorable.

        Unity Park is a beautiful space, showcasing Ethiopia’s historical treasures, wildlife, and its modern transformation. The gardens are stunning, and the attention to detail in preserving the past while embracing the future is impressive.

        At St. George Church, the architecture and spiritual significance left me in awe. The church’s historical importance, combined with the serenity of the space, made it a highlight of the day. The art inside tells incredible stories.

        The Ethnographic Museum was another standout, giving me a deep insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures.
        Written 24 October 2024
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        Samyukta L
        Mumbai, India6 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2023 • Solo
        I was the only person on the day i booked, so although initiatially disconcerting as a solo female traveler, it felt like a private tour later. The guide, Capital, was considerate & knowledgeable. Mt Entoto & St George’s Cathedral was my favourite part of the tour. Hotel pickup & drop was convenient
        Written 1 February 2024
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        Hi Samyukta Thank you so much for taking your time to leave us your review, and we are glad that you had a great time with our guide Luel. We look forward to show you the other parts of Ethiopia in the future.
        Written 17 February 2024
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        Maria N
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2024 • Family
        Fantastic half day tour with Luel. He really knew his history and shared information freely. He has excellent English and is really enjoyable company. My husband and our 3 kids had an amazing time on all aspects of the tour and learnt a lot. Thank you Luel!
        Written 5 July 2024
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        Emmanuel B
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2024 • Solo
        Had a great layover tour with my guide Luel. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient and kind - a great person to spend the day with!

        Will definitely be back to do a longer tour of Ethiopia with him. Highly recommend this tour if you’re around just for the day!
        Written 13 November 2024
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        P S
        Ontario's Thousand Islands, Canada581 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2024 • Solo
        Everything worked out so well. The driver was waiting for me, had texted me and it worked out so well.
        We went out of town, saw lots of sights and I really enjoyed my day. Saw some museums downtown, and enjoyed local food. Why waste your time in an airport. I had a 14 hour layover, so glad I left the airport and learned about my host country.
        Written 17 March 2024
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        Anne L
        Brisbane, Australia52 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2019 • Solo
        I was only in Addis Ababa for a couple of days for work and booked a half day tour ( all paid) as I had limited time . I wasted 2 hours waiting for them. They did not answer the phone . The hotel eventually got on to them and they then said they would send a driver by then it was 11 am and I had to be back at 12 30 so it was not worth going . I was so did appointed . So be careful booking with them as they may let you down. They knew where I was and did not even try and contact me . I could have organised something else
        Written 26 October 2019
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        Adriana
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2019 • Family
        The tour guide Adios was intelligent and knew a lot of history about Ethiopia. The museum was very interesting to know deep history about Africa in which I learned new things. The shopping market was nice and the guide helped us buy items we were looking for. The mountain view was amazing. Towards the end of tour the guide asked us what things the tour could do better with and we suggested trying Ethiopian food. Which he took us to a restaurant and helped us buy some food. The tour and guide was very nice.
        Written 29 August 2019
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        Satyawati P
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2025 • Solo
        highly recommended!! Luel and Joseph were so nice and knowledgeable. They took me for a full day tour and I’m very grateful. don’t hesitate to book this tour 😊
        Written 16 January 2025
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