Addis Abeba Authentieke privérondleiding door de stad
Beschrijving
Kom de authentieke magie van Addis Abeba ontdekken door de meest historische, lokale, natuur- en culturele hoogtepunten te bezoeken tijdens een volledige dag stadstour met privé Gids en chauffeur. Van het zien van het graf van keizer Haile Selassie, het drinken van een kopje koffie in het oudste brandersbedrijf, het verkennen van de smalle straatjes en kraampjes van de grootste open markt in Afrika, lunchen in het oudste hotel gebouwd door keizerin Taytu Betul, het zien van de wereldwijd bekende "Lucy", wandelen in de voormalige slaapkamer van Haile Selassie, tot wandelen in een eucalyptusbos op 3400 meter hoogte en bewonder het volledige landschap van de stad, deze tour is zeker een must! Tour is inclusief entreegelden, ophalen en afzetten bij het vliegveld/hotel. Korting kan worden aangeboden voor groep of familie tour.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
Holy Trinity Cathedral, ook bekend in het Amhaars als Kidist Selassie, is de hoogste Ethiopisch-orthodoxe Tewahedo-kathedraal in Addis Abeba, Ethiopië. Het werd gebouwd in 1942 ter herdenking van de Ethiopische overwinning op de Italiaanse bezetting en is een belangrijke plaats van aanbidding in Ethiopië. De graven van keizer Haile Selassie en keizerin Menen Asfaw, evenals andere leden van de keizerlijke familie, zijn te vinden in de kathedraal.
Gelegen in Piazza gebied, Tomoca is de oudste coffeeshop in Ethiopië (sinds 1953). Ethiopische traditionele koffieceremonie is een van de meest iconische en gekoesterde culturele rituelen in Ethiopië.
Mercato is de grootste openluchtmarkt in Afrika, met een oppervlakte van enkele vierkante mijl en biedt werk aan naar schatting 13.000 mensen in 7.100 zakelijke entiteiten verdeeld over georganiseerde zones (landbouwproducten, wierook, koffie, specerijen, sieraden, recycling, manden, aardewerk, lederwaren, metalen goederen)
Lunch in het oudste hotel van Addis. Het Taitu Hotel werd in 1905 (1898 in de Ethiopische kalender) midden in de stad (Piazza) gebouwd door Taitu Betul (1851-1918), de Ethiopische keizerin en de echtgenote van keizer Menelik II, om buitenlandse gasten een plek te geven te rusten en te dineren. Alternatieve plaatsen voor de lunch zijn mogelijk. Lunch is niet inbegrepen in de Tourprijs.
Het museum is verdeeld in drie secties. In de kelder bevat de paleontologische tentoonstelling veel kostbare lokale archeologische vondsten, zoals de gefossiliseerde overblijfselen van vroege mensachtigen, waarvan de beroemdste "Lucy" is. De collectie wordt gerekend tot de belangrijkste sub-Sahara afrika. Op de begane grond worden artefacten uit de aksumiet-, pre-aksumiet-, solomonische en gonderische periode tentoongesteld. Op de eerste verdieping is er een levendige tentoonstelling van Ethiopische kunst, variërend van perkament uit de vroege 14e eeuw tot olieverfschilderijen op canvas uit de 20e eeuw.
Het Etnologisch Museum is een openbare instelling gewijd aan etnologie en cultuur. Het Etnologisch Museum is gevestigd in het voormalige paleis van Haile Selassie en wordt omgeven door de prachtige tuinen en fonteinen van de hoofdcampus van de universiteit. Het herbergt antropologische, musicologische en culturele objecten.
Het natuurpark Entoto ligt op 3400 meter hoogte en was de plek waar het permanente kamp en paleis van de voormalige keizer Minilik II was gevestigd. Vanaf de top is er een panoramisch uitzicht over de hoofdstad en het omliggende platteland. De berg is dicht begroeid met eucalyptusbomen die tijdens de regering van Menelik II uit Australië werden geïmporteerd en meestal tijdens de regering van keizer Haile Selassie werden geplant. Zo wordt het soms aangeduid als de "long van Addis Abeba".
Shiro Meda Market (ook wel gespeld als "Chiromeda") verkoopt Ethiopisch textiel in al hun vormen, van Ethiopische trouwjurken tot verschillende soorten kleding, beddengoed en stoffen.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Baby's en kleine kinderen kunnen in een wandel- of kinderwagen mee
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Er zijn speciale kinderzitjes beschikbaar
- Geschikt voor alle condities
Beoordelingen(273)
Alex was absolutely an amazing guide. He has so many stories to tell and he has incredible knowledge of Ethiopian history. You will enjoy Addis Ababa in depth on this trip. It is very well balanced with a little bit of everything seeing the real unfiltered version of Addis Ababa. I had a very enjoyable experience and I highly recommend it.
We enjoyed our tour with Alex and Alum. Alex is very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Ethiopia. The visit to Mercato and to the pottery were for me the highlights of the tour. Alum is a very good driver. We felt very safe, while driving and while walking. We’re leaving Ethiopia with some very nice memories.
Dear Annemarie, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour of Addis Ababa with Alex and Alum. It’s wonderful to know that Alex’s knowledge of Ethiopian history and culture helped make your experience memorable, and that visits to Mercato and the pottery workshop were highlights of your trip. We’re also pleased that Alemshet careful driving and professionalism made you feel safe and comfortable throughout the day. Providing both enriching experiences and peace of mind for our guests is very important to us. Thank you for choosing to explore Addis Ababa with us. We’re honored to have been part of your journey and are thrilled that you’re leaving with such wonderful memories. We wish you safe travels and hope to welcome you back to Ethiopia again in the future!
Excellent overview of the city in a short period of time. Alex helped us feel safe while also enabling us to experience the Merketo in all its glory. The visit to where Ethiopian mothers make pottery was educational and uplifting. A visit to the museum to see Lucy finished off a great day. Highly recommend.
Dear Gregory, Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your wonderful review. We are delighted that we could help make your layover in Addis Ababa such a memorable experience. It means so much to hear that you felt safe exploring Merkato with Alex and enjoyed learning about the inspiring work of the local pottery-making mothers. We’re also glad that visiting Lucy and discovering Ethiopia’s rich history helped make your day special. Thank you for choosing to spend your time with us, and we hope to welcome you back for a longer adventure in Ethiopia someday!
A Deeply Soul-Stirring Journey Through the Heart of Addis Ababa ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you are looking for a travel experience that reaches beyond sightseeing and settles somewhere deep in your spirit, Addis Ababa delivers in ways I did not fully anticipate. This city is layered, alive, and unapologetically rich in history, faith, and artistry, and I left feeling genuinely transformed. Our day opened at Holy Trinity Cathedral, known in Amharic as Kidist Selassie, the highest ranking Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo cathedral in all of Addis Ababa. Standing inside those walls, surrounded by centuries of devotion, vivid iconography, and a reverence that commands stillness, you feel the full weight of a civilization that has kept its faith unbroken for millennia. This was the spiritual anchor of the entire day. From there, we stepped into history at Tomoca Coffee in the Piazza area, the oldest coffee shop in Ethiopia, open since 1953. The traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony is iconic for good reason. It is ritual, community, and flavor all in one cup, and experiencing it here felt like the most authentic possible introduction to Ethiopian culture. Mercato Market came next, and nothing quite prepares you for the scale of it. The largest open-air market in Africa, covering several square miles and supporting an estimated 13,000 people across thousands of business entities, Mercato is organized chaos in the most magnificent way. The energy, the color, the commerce, and the craftsmanship on display were absolutely electric. This is also where the women’s pottery cooperative left its mark on me. Watching these artisans shape clay into vessels of extraordinary beauty using techniques passed down across generations was quietly profound. They are not simply craftswomen; they are living keepers of cultural memory. I purchased pieces I will treasure forever. Lunch at the Taitu Hotel in Piazza was a highlight in its own right. Built in 1905, it is the oldest hotel in Addis Ababa, commissioned by Empress Taitu Betul herself. Sitting down to a spread of injera, stews, and spiced lentils in that historic dining room felt like eating inside a chapter of Ethiopian history. Every bite told a story. The afternoon brought us to the National Museum of Ethiopia, where the paleontological collections in the basement alone are worth the entire trip. Being in the presence of some of the most significant archaeological finds on the continent puts human existence into breathtaking perspective. We then moved through the Ethnological Museum, which added yet another layer of cultural depth and rounded out the day beautifully. Our tour guides and drivers were nothing short of exceptional throughout every stop. Warm, patient, and genuinely passionate about sharing the history of their country, they elevated every moment of the itinerary. Their knowledge was deep, their storytelling was engaging, and their hospitality made us feel welcomed rather than simply toured. Addis Ababa is not a city you simply visit. It is a city that marks you. Go with an open heart, comfortable shoes, and an appetite for both food and history, and it will give you far more than you ever expected.
Hello Folasheda, Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your beautiful and thoughtful review. We are truly honored that Addis Ababa touched you so deeply and that you connected with its history, culture, spirituality, and people. Your kind words about our guides, drivers, and the experiences throughout the day mean the world to us. It was a privilege to share the spirit of Ethiopia with you, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey in the future.
Today we experienced Addi Ababa with our guide Nethan. He told every details about place we visited. National Museum, lunch, holy place were all wonderfull. So trip became more interesting. Highly recommended and if possible try to book tour with guide Nethan.
Dear Tunc, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience exploring Addis Ababa with Nethan. It's great to know that his detailed explanations and insights helped bring each location to life and made the tour even more interesting and meaningful. We're pleased that you enjoyed the visits to the National Museum, the holy sites, and your lunch experience. Addis Ababa has so much history, culture, and spirituality to offer, and we're glad Nethan was able to help you make the most of your time in the city. Thank you for your recommendation and for your kind words about Nethan. We will be sure to share your feedback with him. We hope to welcome you back to Ethiopia for more memorable adventures in the future!
A great dive into Addis Ababa! Everything was arranged smoothly, well-paced and covered a lot of the sights and scenes across the day. The organisation was professional and friendly. Highly recommended for small groups (we were 3 people) and very good value.
Dear Eren, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased to hear that you had a fantastic introduction to Addis Ababa and enjoyed the variety of sights and experiences throughout the day. It’s especially rewarding to know that you found the tour smooth, well-paced, professional, and friendly. We always strive to create enjoyable and memorable experiences for our guests, and your kind feedback means a lot to us. Thank you as well for recommending us to small groups and for highlighting the value of the experience. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Ethiopia again in the future! Addis Authentic Tours Team
We had an amazing experience touring Addis Ababa with Getahun and Atsede! They were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. They handled all of the logistics seamlessly, drove us safely around the city, and were very flexible with what we wanted to see and do throughout the day. We learned so much about Ethiopian culture, history, food, and daily life while visiting places like the National Museum, Mercato, and local restaurants. Their kindness and hospitality truly made our short stop in Ethiopia memorable. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Addis Ababa! ☺️
Dear Michaela, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience exploring Addis Ababa with Getahun and Atsede. It’s wonderful to know that their friendliness, flexibility, and hospitality helped make your visit both comfortable and memorable. We’re especially pleased that you enjoyed learning about Ethiopian culture, history, cuisine, and daily life while visiting some of Addis Ababa’s most iconic places, including the National Museum, Mercato, and local restaurants. Thank you again for your recommendation. It means a great deal to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Ethiopia again in the future! Addis Authentic Tours Team
Kiru and our driver were excellent. Covered some of the major sights and scenes in Addis Ababa comfortably and at our own pace. Very much enjoyed it!
Dear Eren, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an enjoyable time exploring Addis Ababa with Kiru and your driver. It's wonderful to know that you were able to visit some of the city's major sights and experience its unique atmosphere in a comfortable and relaxed way. We're especially pleased that the tour was paced to your preferences, allowing you to fully enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. Kiru and our driver are dedicated to creating memorable and personalized experiences, and we're delighted that their efforts contributed to your enjoyment. Thank you for choosing to tour with us. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Ethiopia for more unforgettable experiences in the future!
Awesome day trip with our tour guide Desale. We visited the main landmarks in Addis Abeba and made the most out of it! Highly recommended.
Dear Alberto, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an awesome day exploring Addis Ababa with Desale. It’s great to know you were able to visit the city’s main landmarks and make the most of your time. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable adventure in Ethiopia! Addis Authentic Tours Team
Great easy city tour . Our guide Desale was punctual and very knowledgeable. He knew the small tips about his city. Took us to a great local coffee experience
Dear Sudhir, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your city tour and had a great experience with Desale. His local knowledge, passion for Addis Ababa, and attention to the small details that make a visit special are qualities that our guests truly appreciate. We're especially glad that you enjoyed the local coffee experience. Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, and sharing this important part of our culture is always a highlight for many visitors. Thank you for choosing to explore Addis Ababa with us. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in Ethiopia in the future!
