Full-Day Private City Tour of Addis Ababa with Coffee Ceremony and Lunch
by Merit Ethiopian Experience Tours
Choose from 1 available option
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$160Overview
This full-day private city tour in Addis Ababa lasts about 7 to 9 hours and suits travelers who want a comprehensive overview using a private air-conditioned vehicle. The tour includes flexible airport pickup and hotel drop-off. The guide customizes the itinerary to include visits to major sites such as St. George's Cathedral, where visitors see the octagonal architecture and artworks by Afework Tekle. The driver takes guests on a sightseeing route past landmarks including the Lion of Judah Monument. The tour ascends Mount Entoto, offering panoramic city views and a traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony at a local family’s home, followed by a home-cooked Ethiopian lunch. Guests explore Merkato Market with a guide who explains the market's sections selling spices, traditional foods, and crafts. The tour also visits the Ethnological Museum, which includes Emperor Haile Selassie I’s bedroom, and the National Museum of Ethiopia to see archaeological artifacts including the 3.2-million-year-old fossil Lucy. Visitors may choose to visit Holy Trinity Cathedral to see stained glass, royal artifacts, and graves of notable figures. A short stop at Meskel Square is included for a view of the city’s central square and nearby sites. The tour is led by an experienced English-speaking guide, and includes lunch, coffee ceremony, alcoholic beverages, and air-conditioned transport. Entrance fees are not included. Merkato Market is closed on Sundays and the National Museum is closed on Mondays.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. George's Cathedral
Visit St. George’s Cathedral, a historical religious site commemorating Ethiopia's victory at the Battle of Adwa. The cathedral features octagonal architecture with mosaics and paintings by Afework Tekle. The tour includes access to the St. George’s Cathedral Museum with a professional guide.
45 min
Lion of Judah
Drive through Addis Ababa to see the Lion of Judah Monument, a bronze statue symbolizing Ethiopia’s strength and freedom. The guide explains its significance in Ethiopian antifascist resistance and cultural heritage.
Mount Entoto
Travel to Mount Entoto for panoramic views of Addis Ababa. At the summit, participate in an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony at a local family’s home and learn how Injera bread is made. Enjoy a home-cooked Ethiopian lunch during this part of the tour.
120 min
Mercato Market
Take a guided walking tour of Merkato Market, the largest open-air market in Africa. The guide leads through sections selling spices, traditional foods, woven dresses, and baskets. Visitors can shop and practice bargaining with guidance for safety and insight.
60 min
Ethnological Museum
Visit the Ethnological Museum to learn about Ethiopia’s peoples, traditions, and history. The tour includes access to Emperor Haile Selassie I’s private bedroom, providing insight into the country’s heritage.
60 min
National Museum of Ethiopia
Explore the National Museum with archaeological artifacts spanning Ethiopia’s history. The highlight is Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old fossil, displayed alongside other significant items tracing Ethiopia’s past.
60 min
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral to see its stained-glass windows, royal crowns, and historic paintings reflecting Ethiopia’s spiritual heritage. The grounds include the graves of Emperor Haile Selassie I, Empress Menen Asfaw, Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, and Sylvia Pankhurst. Entrance fee is 1,500 Ethiopian Birr (~10 United States Dollar) per person.
60 min
Meskel Square
Stop briefly at Meskel Square, Addis Ababa’s central urban area known for public events and the Meskel Festival. The guide can arrange a quick visit to the nearby Red Terror Martyrs’ Memorial Museum on request.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Full-Day Private City Tour of Addis Ababa with Coffee Ceremony and Lunch
by Merit Ethiopian Experience Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$160Overview
This full-day private city tour in Addis Ababa lasts about 7 to 9 hours and suits travelers who want a comprehensive overview using a private air-conditioned vehicle. The tour includes flexible airport pickup and hotel drop-off. The guide customizes the itinerary to include visits to major sites such as St. George's Cathedral, where visitors see the octagonal architecture and artworks by Afework Tekle. The driver takes guests on a sightseeing route past landmarks including the Lion of Judah Monument. The tour ascends Mount Entoto, offering panoramic city views and a traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony at a local family’s home, followed by a home-cooked Ethiopian lunch. Guests explore Merkato Market with a guide who explains the market's sections selling spices, traditional foods, and crafts. The tour also visits the Ethnological Museum, which includes Emperor Haile Selassie I’s bedroom, and the National Museum of Ethiopia to see archaeological artifacts including the 3.2-million-year-old fossil Lucy. Visitors may choose to visit Holy Trinity Cathedral to see stained glass, royal artifacts, and graves of notable figures. A short stop at Meskel Square is included for a view of the city’s central square and nearby sites. The tour is led by an experienced English-speaking guide, and includes lunch, coffee ceremony, alcoholic beverages, and air-conditioned transport. Entrance fees are not included. Merkato Market is closed on Sundays and the National Museum is closed on Mondays.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. George's Cathedral
Visit St. George’s Cathedral, a historical religious site commemorating Ethiopia's victory at the Battle of Adwa. The cathedral features octagonal architecture with mosaics and paintings by Afework Tekle. The tour includes access to the St. George’s Cathedral Museum with a professional guide.
45 min
Lion of Judah
Drive through Addis Ababa to see the Lion of Judah Monument, a bronze statue symbolizing Ethiopia’s strength and freedom. The guide explains its significance in Ethiopian antifascist resistance and cultural heritage.
Mount Entoto
Travel to Mount Entoto for panoramic views of Addis Ababa. At the summit, participate in an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony at a local family’s home and learn how Injera bread is made. Enjoy a home-cooked Ethiopian lunch during this part of the tour.
120 min
Mercato Market
Take a guided walking tour of Merkato Market, the largest open-air market in Africa. The guide leads through sections selling spices, traditional foods, woven dresses, and baskets. Visitors can shop and practice bargaining with guidance for safety and insight.
60 min
Ethnological Museum
Visit the Ethnological Museum to learn about Ethiopia’s peoples, traditions, and history. The tour includes access to Emperor Haile Selassie I’s private bedroom, providing insight into the country’s heritage.
60 min
National Museum of Ethiopia
Explore the National Museum with archaeological artifacts spanning Ethiopia’s history. The highlight is Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old fossil, displayed alongside other significant items tracing Ethiopia’s past.
60 min
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral to see its stained-glass windows, royal crowns, and historic paintings reflecting Ethiopia’s spiritual heritage. The grounds include the graves of Emperor Haile Selassie I, Empress Menen Asfaw, Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, and Sylvia Pankhurst. Entrance fee is 1,500 Ethiopian Birr (~10 United States Dollar) per person.
60 min
Meskel Square
Stop briefly at Meskel Square, Addis Ababa’s central urban area known for public events and the Meskel Festival. The guide can arrange a quick visit to the nearby Red Terror Martyrs’ Memorial Museum on request.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.