IES Ethnographic Museum (Addis Ababa University) Tours & Attractions

With expert tour guide, get the best first-time visitors’ orientation to Addis Ababa's history, culture, food, and sights.

Explore Addis Ababa from a local's perspective visiting popular sites. With a private air-conditioned vehicle, drive through both Addis's most scenic and unique areas only locals know.

Customize this 8 - 9 hours private tour in Addis Ababa including
- Seeing the fossil remains of Lucy at the National Museum of Ethiopia
- Visiting Holy Trinity Cathedral or Saint George Cathedral – Addis Ababa’s most notable religious sites
- Enjoying stunning views of Addis Ababa from Mount Entoto
- Driving on main streets in Addis to see the city’s popular monuments, squares, landmarks, and
- Visiting Merkato Market and the Ethnological Museum

With this Viator’s “Badge of Excellence” awardee tour, meet locals in Addis Ababa at their home. Attend a traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and learn preparing Ethiopian cuisine.

This tour is flexible to customize to your interests.

Duration: 7 to 9 hours.

Come to discover the authentic magic of Addis Ababa by visiting the most historical and cultural highlights on a full-day city tour with private guide and driver.

From seeing the grave of Emperor Haile Selassie, drinking a coffee in the oldest roasters company, exploring the narrow streets and stalls of the largest open market in Africa, having lunch in the oldest hotel built by Empress Taytu Betul, seeing the worldwide known "Lucy", walking in the former bedroom of Haile Selassie, to hiking an eucalyptus forrest at 2600 meters altitude and admire the full scenery of the city, this tour is definitely a must!

Tour includes entrance fees, pick up and drop off at the airport/hotel. Discount can be offered for group or family tour.

Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

Entoto Park is the perfect place for a day full of adventure and family fun. This adventure park offers experience for those who want a quiet relaxed day in the woods, thrill seekers and everyone in between. The activities include; Horse riding, Rope course, Zip-line, Trampoline, Pedal Kart, Go-Kart, Paintball, Archery Restaurants, Hammock Village, Luxury Tented Camps and one of a kind Forest Spa! Spend a day with us it will soon be your favorite place to be.
Duration: 5 hours.

Our customized made city tour of Addis Ababa which enables our clients to discover the wonders of Addis Ababa which includes the loin of Judah, National Museum, Ethnographic Museum, Merkato, St. George Cathedral and the prominent view of Addis Ababa from Mount Entoto and Our struggle (Tiglachin) monument-


Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

Perfect for first-time visitors to Addis Ababa, this half day tour combines iconic landmarks, local markets, and authentic culinary delights.

Experience the essence of the Ethiopian culture on this immersive half-day tour.

With a flexible pickup from your hotel in Addis Ababa or the airport, drive with a private vehicle to interesting sites in the city.

Highlights:
- Explore the bustling Merkato market with a knowledgeable local guide

- Learn how to bake Injera bread during a private cooking class

- Enjoy the sweeping city views from the summit of Mount Entoto

- Indulge in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony

- Visit the palace of Emperor Haile Sellassie I at the Ethnological Museum

Our expert guides will take you beyond the typical tourist spots, offering a truly authentic and unforgettable experience.

This short tour allows customization of your itinerary.

Book a guided tour to Addis Ababa and leave with a deeper understanding of Ethiopia in a few hours.
Duration: 4 to 6 hours.

Take an 8-hour tour of Addis Ababa City with guide. See several points of interest and landmarks. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.
The tour starts with a pick up from Bole International Airport or at your hotel, and drive to Trinity Cathedral Church which has unique architectural style. Then, you will be taken to the National Museum of Ethiopia for visiting the long age history of Ethiopia and the oldest human ancestor, Lucy. After lunch, we will go to the ethnographic museum and admire the country's different nationalities cultural materials. Finish the tour with shopping in Merkato, the local marketplace which is said to be Africa’s largest open-air market.
Duration: 7 to 9 hours.

Take an 8-hour tour of Addis Ababa City with guide. See several points of interest and landmarks. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

This is a full day Addis Ababa city tour. This tour provides you a chance to explore Addis Ababa and the city’s main attraction sites just in a day.

On this tour you will visit the following attractions; National Museum, Saint Trinity Cathedral, Ethnographic Museum, Panoramic view of Addis Ababa city from Mount Entoto park and Merkato, the largest open air market in Africa where you can also buy local goods such as traditional clothes and souvenirs.

This tour starts in the morning at 9:00am. The total duration of this tour is 8 hours.

We provide pick up and drop off services from/to any of your preferred locations in the city.  

Items included in the price: 
• Transport by private vehicle
• Pick up and drop off services
• Entrance fees
• Tea/Coffee and bottles of drinking water
Duration: 8 hours.

We have more than 10 years of experience in organizing trips like this and we included all the major destinations to visit in Addis Ababa. We deliver a great service for our guests.
Duration: 5 to 9 hours.

Addis Ababa offers excellent cuisine, absorbing museums and a unique insight into the many contradictions of Ethiopia. Explore the vibrant neighborhoods and historic landmarks of Addis Ababa on this tour of the city's must-see destinations. See the richly decorated interior of Holy Trinity Cathedral, then trace Ethiopia's long history through the Museum of Ethiopia. After lunch, explore Haile Selassie's former palace, now the fascinating Ethnological Museum, and go deep into the traditions of Ethiopia's diverse communities. Return to the country's vibrant, colorful present in Merkato, a renowned marketplace where vendors offer bright displays of fabric, handicrafts and produce from around the country. You will get the chance to taste the famous Ethiopian coffee and yummy Ethiopian local food. This tour is unique because you will learn about the country's long History, discover exotic culture, admire beautiful nature and experience unique and local things for the first time.
Duration: 9 to 10 hours.

It enables our clients to have a great experience to learn the highlight of Ethiopia. for example, Visit the prominent peak of Mount Entoto, which served as Menelik II's capital before the founding of Addis Ababa. Visit the museum and the palace and see one of the best views of Addis Ababa. Visit this trio of historical churches and see the Menelik II Mausoleum and the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. it is the highest ranking Orthodox cathedral in Addis Ababa and the second most important place of worship in Ethiopia after the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion in Axum.
The Ethnological Museum is considered one of the finest museums in Africa.
Visit the home of the famous Lucy which is ranked one of the most important museum collections in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Merkato, it’s the largest shopping area in Addis and some say the largest market in Africa.


Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

Full day city tour of Addis Ababa which include the National Museum, Ethnographic Museum, Merkato, Ba’ata Mariam Church, St. George Cathedral and the view of Addis Ababa from Mount Entoto.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

Enjoy the National museum exhibits with the most important Artifacts, predates tools & remarkable fossilized hominids. Then head out to the royal palace of Emperor Haile Selassie and later change to the university of Addis Abeba where the Ethnographic museum located. Proceed with your guide to the stunning & panoramic view of Addis Abeba. After lunch  visit the largest open air market in Africa; Merkato then continue to Selassie Church Holy Trinity Cathedral and lastly visit the Red Terror Martyr's Memorial Museum.

N.B - Before return to hotel final stop would be cultural restaurant to experience Ethiopian cuisine, beer and coffee then transfer to hotel

       - Shopping tour will be added on when you return from Mt. Entoto at a place called 'Shero Meda' where you would find fine Ethiopian                  cultural Clothing and Fabric.
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

During this 5-day exploration of Ethiopia, you'll discover ancient history, endless landscapes, artistic riches, and delicious cuisine. Starting in Addis Ababa, you'll meet 'Lucy', one of the oldest human skeletons found on earth. Traveling further afield, explore the incredible churches at Lalibela and Gondar and you will visit lake tana the soures of blue nile . Visit Simien Mountains National Park, with some of the highest peaks in Africa. You'll soon understand why Ethiopia is nicknamed the 'Land of Origins'.
Duration: 5 days.

you will enjoy the largest market in africa, the most colorful churches of st. george cathedral church, mount entoto over view of the city of addis ababa and spectacular view of surrounding of addis ababa and the National Museum, where the 3.5 million-year-old fossils of Lucy is kept.
Explore mandatory historical , religious and cultural sites
Visit full day tour of Addis Ababa with standard transport
significant sites with blue badge guide and excellent drivers
Duration: 7 hours.

Our city tour aims to give the guest a complete picture of Ethiopia, meaning the good, the bad and the ugly. This tour touches all of the most important aspects of life here,past history, culture, religion, coffee, and shopping.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Ethiopia’s Omo Valley is an unforgettable place. On this 9 day tour, you will immerse yourself into one of the remotest and culturally diverse regions in all of Africa.

Tribes that we will visit will include: the Mursi, Dorze, Erbore, Konso and more. You will get an insight into their complex customs and unique way of life. Where possible we visit local markets, one of the best ways to experience life in the Omo Valley.

This tour will be like no other tour you have taken and will take you to some of the remotest parts of Ethiopia.


Duration: 9 days.

Our full-day Addis Ababa city tour includes the National Museum, where Lucy's fossil is located, Merkato the biggest open-air market in Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and the view of Addis Ababa city from Mount Entoto. In Entoto park, those who can't visit Lalibela, will experience the Virtual Reality version of ancient Rock Hewn churches in just 20 minute 3D tour. It is ideal for a stop over tourists, or layovers.

The tour includes transportation of chosen standards and admission fees to visited places. Pick-up and drop-off from the hotel are also included. The itinerary can be customized as per the client's needs.
We believe in giving equal opportunity and hence we will assign female tour guides on this tour.

Duration: 5 to 8 hours.

The best highlight of Addis Ababa by visiting the most fascinated historical sites and markets. explore the National Museum, where the 3 million-year-old fossils of Lucy is kept,hike spectacular view point of addis ababa from mont entoto with the finest premium quality Arabica coffee,visit red terror and visit mercato the largest market in Africa open-air market. and walk to meskel square where addis ababa people spend sometimes there with friends here you can chat with local people.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

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.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

Addis Ababa City Tour is a must for first-time visitors to Ethiopia. This family-friendly tour provides a personalized experience in the historical and metropolitan heartbeat of the country. Highlights include the palace of HIM Haile Selassie I (Rastafari I), the largest open-air market in Africa (Merkato), and landmarks such as the Victory Monument and the Lion of Judah. Along the way, you'll hear fun facts and stories about Addis Ababa and Ethiopia.
Duration: 7 hours.

This tour will give you a high lights of Ethiopian image shortly, in addition of learning so much history and culture of the country, your tour has entitled you for a chance to experience so many activities in Addis Ababa, and moreover to see amazing places and to interact with the local people.
The tour will involve some combinations of Historical, cultural and natural attractions. Apart from the touristic spots, we will show our guests the best and realistic parts of Addis Ababa.


Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

All of our guides are very well trained with documented passion and knowledge of the country and sufficient language skills.

It is very important to us that our drivers are professional, friendly and safe.

For us there is no greater joy than the absolute satisfaction of our guests!
Duration: 4 to 7 hours.

As Anita Desai once said “where ever you go becomes a part of you somehow”, we see ourselves not as ordinary tour operators but as story tellers of the beautiful and historically rich city of Addis Ababa.

Our stories unfold against the backdrop of inspiring architecture at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, a testament to profound historical significance. Travel back in time as we explore fossils dating back 3.2 million years, stand before monuments echoing the era of communism, and navigate the vibrant chaos of an open-air market. Discover a historic place that narrates the story of kings who fought for unity and freedom.

To top it all off, you get to indulge a free Ethiopian cuisine and get to sip on world renowned Arabica coffee. Let each sip take you on a journey across hills and highlands, where coffee originated.

Addis Ababa speaks volumes, and we invite you to be part of this storytelling journey. ️
Duration: 5 to 7 hours.

Experience many of Addis Ababa’s highlights on one comprehensive and affordable tours. After a convenient hotel or airport pickup, catch amazing views of Ethiopia’s capital city from atop Enoto. Explore important landmarks like the 15th-century church and Rastafarian pilgrimage site St. George Cathedral. Visit the National Museum, where the 3 million-year-old fossil of Lucy is kept, and Merkato, the giant open-air market. Explore Ethiopia’s capital city Addis Ababa on a budget-friendly excursion Visit important religious and cultural sites and capture memorable photos See the fossil of Lucy, one of the oldest human ancestors ever discovered Make the most of limited time with a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, Ethiopian Traditional coffee and many more
Duration: 8 hours.