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Addis Ababa in 2 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Two days in Addis Ababa cover the city and a highland day trip. Here is how to spend two perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: city & museums
  2. 2Day 2: Blue Nile Gorge
  3. 3Debre Libanos
  4. 4Coffee ceremony

Day 1: the city

Museums, Entoto and a coffee ceremony.

Day 2: the gorge

Debre Libanos and the Blue Nile Gorge.

Wildlife

Gelada baboons on the escarpment.

Addis Ababa in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Addis Ababa?
Two days lets you explore the city and museums on day one and take a Blue Nile Gorge or crater lakes day trip on day two.
What is the best day trip from Addis Ababa?
The Blue Nile Gorge with Debre Libanos monastery, and the Bishoftu crater lakes, are the top day trips.
How do I plan a 2-day Addis Ababa itinerary?
Spend day one in the city with museums and a coffee ceremony, and day two on a highland day trip to the gorge.