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Tours/Addis Ababa/Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa

Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa

5.0(9)Addis Ababa6–8 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(7)
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
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Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa

At a glance

Duration
6–8 hours
Price from
$103 / person
Location
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 9 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 30
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
myGuzo

Description

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.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 10+)
$103

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $113.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.

Tour Options

Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa

Pickup included

Itinerary

Mount Entoto
30 min

The tour follows a chronological order of the expansion of Addis Ababa, starting with where it all started at the famous Entoto mountain. Here, you will see the vast parts of Addis Ababa from an impressive viewpoint.

Menelik palace
Admission included30 min

You will visit the palace of the Mighty King who kept Ethiopia independent from Colonial Powers (Emperor Menelik II). The Emperor was so busy fighting back imperialists that his palace is a humble one.

Entoto Maryam Church
Admission included30 min

You will walk around the historic Entoto Church, which in its compound has the first church in/around Addis Ababa. It is a tranquil church with typical ancient architecture of Ethiopian Churches.

Ethnological Museum
Admission included60 min

One of the finest museums in Africa, showing the full sweep of Ethiopia's cultural and social history across two floors. It is located within Haile Selassie’s former palace and surrounded by the beautiful gardens and fountains of Addis Ababa University,

National Museum of Ethiopia
Admission included45 min

Ethiopia’s most important museum and home to our ancestor Lucy

Menelik II Square
Admission included30 min

You will drive through the center of Addis Ababa, called Old Piazza, where you will see old Italian buildings, and also masses of people transiting to different parts of the city. It is a good highlight of Addis Ababa's way of life.

St. George's Cathedral
Admission included45 min

Famed for its distinct octagonal architecture and located at the center of Addis Ababa

Holy Trinity Cathedral
Admission included60 min

The highest ranking cathedral church in Addis Ababa with its own museum and distinct architecture

What's included

Included
Pickup and drop-off at any location in Addis Ababa (Hotel, house or airport)
Entrance fees to FOUR/FIVE museums
Accompanying English speaking guide
All Fees and Taxes
Ground transportation including a car, a driver and fuel
Local tour guides at the museums
Not included
Lunch
Tip for tour guide
Other cost not offered in this program

Pickup Locations & Times

Free personal pickup from any location in Addis Ababa, whether a hotel, the airport or residence. No problem.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
9 reviews
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How it compares in Addis Ababa

  • Starting price $103 is 28% above the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Addis Ababa

Excurgo comparison of 560 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa take?

Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa lasts about 6–8 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa cost?

Prices start at $103 per person for this Addis Ababa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $113. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.

Can I cancel Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Free personal pickup from any location in Addis Ababa, whether a hotel, the airport or residence. No problem. Pickup points include Ramada by Wyndham Addis Ababa, Radisson Blu Hotel, Addis Ababa.

What languages is Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Museum Highlights Guided Day Tour in Addis Ababa worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by myGuzo.

Reviews(9)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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BSNIZAR
August 19, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Our Grandmother LUCY

A museum very rich in history ranging from the discovery of Lucy, to the richness and diversity of Ethiopian culture up to the contemporary period.

P
pauloa545
November 9, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Superb people history, fantastic day...

A day full of culture, joy and great history, All wonderfully guided by Alex, who made this journey to he past a beatiful timeline. Menelik, palaces, museums, Lucy, Trinity, St George, Rast Afari, etc... Superb people, superb resistance I never have imagined. Thanks for the classes...

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with other customers. We enjoyed hosting you as well. We hope to see you in Ethiopia soon. Warmest regards, the myGuzo Team

M
Marcos P
October 29, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Great opportunity to be introduced to Addis Ababa and Ethiopian History

The guide Zareffa seemed to me quite enthusiastic and well informed about the city of Addis Ababa and the history of Ethiopia. He found me at the matched place at the appointed time, without delays and followed the itinerary with adaptations according to my interest. Lunch at Hotel Taitu was not only the time to eat, but also part of the introduction to Ethiopian culture. Zareffa made the experience informative and sometimes fun. Excellent tour especially for those who have little time in the capital and want to know a bit of Ethiopia.

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience here. As a tour company that specializes in authentic Ethiopian travel experiences, we take pride in showing you our real Ethiopia - its history, people and culture. We are glad that you were able to do this tour. We are encouraged by the positive feedback, while we promise you that we strive to improve our service every day. Warmest regards, the myGuzo Team

D
don_simon1977
October 25, 2019 · via Viator
Amazing tour with friendly guide

This felt more like a friend taking you around their city than an organised tour. Brilliant insight into the city and country. And the lunch was perfect too!

J
joeltenbon
August 22, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Zerefa gave a great and knowledgeable tour

Zerefa was my tour guide for the day tour of Addis. He picked me up from my hotel, and took me around Mt. Entoto and the museums. He was knowledgeable, friendly and his English was very good. Highly recommend.

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your experience in touring the handpicked museums in Addis Ababa. We hope to see you in Ethiopia again. Warmest regards, the myGuzo Team

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africafari
February 7, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Zerefa is hands down the BEST

I've done this tour twice and it was amazing both times. Zerefa is an amazing and extremely knowledgable tour guide. Very kind and patient. We never felt rushed or uncomfortable for a second. If you book this tour you will not regret it. I do not believe I could ask for a better person to show us the true culture, history, and lifestyle of Addis Ababa. I would recommend this to anyone even considering coming to Addis, this should be the first experience you book. Thank you for showing us such a wonderful time and hospitality!

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Dear Customer, Thanks for taking the time to share your experience here. We work very hard to show you the real Ethiopia, its history, people and culture. We are glad that you were able to do this tour twice. We are encouraged by it. We look forward to showing more of Ethiopia next time. Warmest regards, the myGuzo Team

V
VilmaRosato
February 2, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
THE VERY BEST way to visit the Museums at Addis Abeba.

This excursion was a wonderful experience. Mr Di, the guide, is a very prepared and knowledgeable person. I could see the Entoto mountains, with the Maryam Church and the residences of Emperor Menelik II and his wife Taitu, the Ethnological Museum, the National Museum and St, George´s Church. I am very happy I chose this tour, because the city tour included in my trip only visited the National Museum, and we arrived there only 15 minutes before closing time. I would also like to say that myGuzo is serious about guests. They contacted me and apologized because the guide would be arriving late to my hotel becasue of the traffic.

Operator response

Dear Customer, We are very glad that you enjoyed the Museum Highlights tour. It is one of our best selling packages. We will keep making the tour better to ensure our customers satisfaction. To that end, your review and opinion are super helpful. Thank you for that. We look forward to showing more of Ethiopia. Best regards, the myGuzo Team

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ScreenName1130
October 7, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
Crash Course of Ethiopian History & Culture

I selected this tour because my purpose was to learn about history and culture of Ethiopia. I learned so many interesting stories, which I never would have found if I had visited these museums by myself. Really enjoyed this tour with Seid, who is super knowledgeable with millions of years of Ethiopian history. I specifically requested "a good guide", and he definitely did not fail my expectations. I showered him with questions about even outside the museum exhibits, such as recent politics, the dark regime, religions, social economy, customs, etc.. He welcomed any questions and answered them all with clarity and sincerity. Highly recommended for those who are interested in the rich culture and history of this beautiful country. (Who isn't, right? :))

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you for taking your valuable time to share your experience here. We are delighted that you had an enlightening experience about the history and culture of our Country. We will use your feedback to constantly improve our service to prospective customers. We take pride in showing customers an authentic Ethiopia - experiences that are not just made for tourists, but that are real part of the day to day life of Ethiopians. We look forward to seeing you again in Ethiopia. Warmest regards, the myGuzo Team

O
Octavia H
March 12, 2018 · via Viator
We had the pleasure of takeing this...

<p>We had the pleasure of takeing this tour with Seya as our guide. This young man was EXTREMELY knowledgeable about Ethiopian history and culture. He was very detailed in delivering this information. I have been on several tours on several countries previously but I must say the information/knowledge that I learend from my tours with Seya was unexplainable. If you want to experience and learn about Ethiopia this is the company to book with and if you want to be enlighented requesting Seya as your guide is a must</p>

$103/ person
5.0(9)
Duration6–8 hours
LanguagesEN
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