2 day itinerary
Addis Ababa
Itinerary
Here's an ideal itinerary for 2 days in Addis Ababa:
Day 1:
- Start your day with a traditional Ethiopian breakfast at , one of the oldest coffee shops in the city.
- After breakfast, head to the to learn about the country's history and culture. Don't miss the famous Lucy exhibit, a 3.2 million-year-old skeleton of one of the earliest known human ancestors.
- Next, visit the , one of the most important religious sites in the city. The cathedral is the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie and other prominent figures in Ethiopian history.
- For lunch, head to for a taste of traditional Ethiopian cuisine and live music and dance performances.
- In the afternoon, visit the , one of the largest open-air markets in Africa. Here, you can find everything from spices and textiles to jewelry and souvenirs.
- End your day with a sunset drink at the Radisson Blu Hotel's rooftop bar, which offers stunning views of the city.
Day 2:
- Start your day with a visit to the , which offer breathtaking views of Addis Ababa. You can take a taxi or join a guided tour to get there.
- Next, visit the , which is located on the campus of Addis Ababa University. The museum showcases the diverse cultures and traditions of Ethiopia's many ethnic groups.
- For lunch, head to Habesha 2000, a popular restaurant that serves traditional Ethiopian dishes in a beautiful garden setting.
- In the afternoon, visit the , which commemorates the victims of the brutal communist regime that ruled Ethiopia in the 1970s and 80s.
- End your day with a visit to the , where you can shop for souvenirs and enjoy a final Ethiopian meal before departing.
