TOP 10Mount EntotoView Point,Museum PalaceLocalMarketCoffeeTours
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
From 3 hours to 5 hours
Date
Today
What You Will Do
At 3,200 meters in elevation, Entoto Hill is sort of the roof of Addis Ababa. Driving up the steep road, you’ll pass homes and small villages, highland growth, and as you gain elevation you’ll start to get great views of Addis Ababa (on a clear day). Menelik II built his palace on the Entoto Hill and used it as his headquarters during the founding of Addis Ababa. Towards the top of Entoto Hill is Entoto Maryam Cathedral, or St. Mary’s Church. It’s not the most impressive cathedral, but it’s worth a stop cathedral including the museum as well. on the way back from Entoto Hill, then afterwards stop by the Shiro Meda Local market sells Ethiopian textiles in all their forms, from Ethiopian wedding dresses to various types of clothing,
Its located near the US Embassy in Addis Ababa is one of the best local markets to shop handwoven cotton clothes mainly for women. It is also famous for buying small gift items like bed covers, Table Clothes, scarves, T-shirts, necklaces, earrings, etc
What's Included?
- WiFi on board
- Admission fees Menelik Museum + Mount Entoto View Points
- Airport/ Hotel Pick up & drop off
- All fees and/or taxes
- Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Attendance + drinking bottled water
- Admission fees menelik palace admission fees Saint Mary church
What's Not Included?
- Park fees
- Lunch
- Tips for your driver Guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Mount Entoto
35 minutes
we will drive uphill to Entoto, which once was Emperor Minilik II’s permanent camp. Driving the hill there is a considerable drop in altitude and the air is filled with the scent of the Eucalyptus trees which cover the area. From the top, there is a panoramic view of the capital and surrounding countryside. Please note that entrance fee to the Entoto park is not included, If you wish to enter the park the cost will be 9USD/Person durations: 35 minutes
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Daily Addis Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - German
- Guide - Japanese
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Dutch
- Guide - Spanish