Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Addis Ababa February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Addis Ababa Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa.dx289)[Hotels in Addis Ababa](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Hotels.d289.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Addis Ababa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Addis-Ababa.d289.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Addis Ababa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Addis-Ababa.d289.Car-Hire-Guide)[Addis Ababa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa.d289.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Addis Ababa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Addis Ababa Types of activities Where to stay [Addis Ababa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa.dx289) ![Panorama of the Capital City of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/289/fa56053f-c02a-4568-b84c-87fc3aec235f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panorama of the Capital City of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/289/fa56053f-c02a-4568-b84c-87fc3aec235f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rapid development of central business district with modern skyscrapers of downtown of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/289/7c73533a-8935-4724-bada-d3a4984fe7ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of beautiful cityscape with modern skyscrapers and residential buildings, Ghiliffalegn Stream, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/289/3e262aa6-f847-4fef-92b0-bb83a18a34c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Outside the St. George Church in Addis on festival day a large number of vendors are selling colorful umbrellas. #LifeAtExpedia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6271020/d3eafa13-9001-49d2-8089-7074482300db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Addis Ababa Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Addis Ababa has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Addis Ababa, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Addis Ababa with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Addis Ababa Addis Ababa is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Addis Ababa, and make it a breeze to explore Addis Ababa and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Addis Ababa to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Addis Ababa | Number of things to do | 206 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Plaza Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport(ADD)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-addis-ababa-bole-international-airportadd.a48633351.activity-details): £29 | | Top 5 things to do | [Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day With Hotel Pickup And Drop Off](/things-to-do/city-tours.a45011008.activity-details)[Plaza Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport(ADD)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-addis-ababa-bole-international-airportadd.a48633351.activity-details)[Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour](/things-to-do/entoto-mountain-from-addis-ababa.a2115501.activity-details)[Addis Ababa Full Day Tour with hotel pickup and drop off](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-full-day-tour-with-hotel-pickup-and-drop-off.a49693245.activity-details)[Addis Ababa Stopover](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Plaza Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport(ADD)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-addis-ababa-bole-international-airportadd.a48633351.activity-details)[Addis Ababa Taste of Addis: A Delicious Ethiopia food tour](/things-to-do/addis-food-tasting-tour.a48230903.activity-details)[NEW National Jubilee Palace & Unity Park guided tour.](/things-to-do/5-hours-4x4-jeep-historic-culture-sites-of-antigua-island-tour.a46233967.activity-details)[NEW Addis Ababa City Tour, Unity Park, Bob Marley Statue & Palace](/things-to-do/rastafari-boboshanti-culture-eco-sustainable-camp-tour.a46234055.activity-details)[Explore Ethiopian Cuisine on Addis Ababa Food Tour](/things-to-do/explore-ethiopian-cuisine-on-addis-ababa-food-tour.a51073091.activity-details) | | With kids | [Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day With Hotel Pickup And Drop Off](/things-to-do/city-tours.a45011008.activity-details)[Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour](/things-to-do/entoto-mountain-from-addis-ababa.a2115501.activity-details)[Addis Ababa Full Day Tour with hotel pickup and drop off](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-full-day-tour-with-hotel-pickup-and-drop-off.a49693245.activity-details)[Addis Ababa Stopover](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.activity-details)[Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa](/things-to-do/prepare-for-one-of-your-best-days-in-addis-ababa.a2104024.activity-details) | ## What to do in Addis Ababa --- ### Popular places to visit ![African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111942/10a167b6-79b6-404e-8a55-3f97a27da7c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### African Union Headquarters African Union Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/African-Union-Headquarters-Kirkos.d6111942.Attraction) ![Medhane Alem Cathedral in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111950/794db206-cd79-4a23-8b96-94152ac4c709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Medhane Alem Church Medhane Alem Church is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Medhane-Alem-Church-Bole.d6111950.Attraction) ![The church of the Holy Trinity, Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111948/32602b70-7379-4187-9ce9-c8e75d725372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Holy Trinity Cathedral After visiting Holy Trinity Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Holy-Trinity-Cathedral-Arada.d6111948.Attraction) #### U.S. Embassy After visiting U.S. Embassy, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Take some time to visit the spas in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/US-Embassy-Addis-Ababa.d553248635472600940.Attraction) #### Meskel Square You can learn about the history of Addis Ababa when you stop by Meskel Square. Experience the art scene and museums in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meskel-Square-Kirkos.d6111940.Attraction) #### Addis Ababa Stadium Catch an event at Addis Ababa Stadium during your trip to Addis Ababa. Take in the art scene and mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Stadium-Kirkos.d6111934.Attraction) #### Nigeria Embassy Nigeria Embassy is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nigeria-Embassy-Addis-Ababa.d553248635472600589.Attraction) #### Addis Ababa University Explore the campus of Addis Ababa University during your travels in Addis Ababa. Take in the art scene and mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-University-Addis-Ababa.d6111936.Attraction) #### Shola Market During your visit to Addis Ababa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shola Market. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shola-Market-Yeka.d553248621592839928.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Addis Ababa ![Bole area of Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981729799/ee1e9117-874c-4223-9ce9-8954045a97b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bole 4/5(38 area reviews) Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Selam City Mall or Century Mall while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Bole.dx553248633981729799) ![default](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981729617/35efd54d-9d21-43aa-aa8b-df7a41b1c9fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kirkos 3.5/5(6 area reviews) You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Kirkos. You might want to make time for a stop at Meskel Square or Addis Ababa Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Kirkos.dx553248633981729617) ![Bole Medhane Alem Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/945633718666919936/486622f3-aecd-4b44-80f5-7687a9dfa2a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kazanchis If you're spending some time in Kazanchis, ECA Conference Center and Africa Hall are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Kazanchis.dx945633718666919936) ![Entoto Maryam Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981729611/21e6d774-f321-4be2-9c4f-d62323ec529e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yeka 3/5(3 area reviews) Yeka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Yeka.dx553248633981729611) ![Go to any Ethiopian restaurant across the country and ask for a beyayenetu aka fasting platter... so many flavours in one meal 😋 I learnt that for almost 200 days of the year, people across Ethiopia fast - which basically means they eat no animal products. Vegans](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6271020/0846e399-bfd6-48bc-adbd-77f7bdd33c36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nifas Silk-Lafto 4/5(2 area reviews) Travellers like the art galleries in Nifas Silk-Lafto, and Zoma Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Nifas-Silk-Lafto.dx553248633981729591) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lideta While visiting Lideta, you might make a stop by sights like Addis Ababa National Archives and Library and Derg Monument. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Lideta.dx553248635939579536) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Addis Ababa ![Panoramic view encompassing the forested and hilly shores of Lake Bishoftu, a crater lake in central Ethiopia south of Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221175/f723041b-1bbd-46f3-9809-fd1d05fea9a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bishoftu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Addis Ababa worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Addis Ababa? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Addis Ababa? ### Is three days enough to stay in Addis Ababa? ### Is Addis Ababa a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Addis Ababa with kids? > - [Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day With Hotel Pickup And Drop Off](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-tours.a45011008.activity-details) > - [Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/entoto-mountain-from-addis-ababa.a2115501.activity-details) > - [Addis Ababa Full Day Tour with hotel pickup and drop off](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-full-day-tour-with-hotel-pickup-and-drop-off.a49693245.activity-details) > - [Addis Ababa Stopover](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.activity-details) > - [Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/prepare-for-one-of-your-best-days-in-addis-ababa.a2104024.activity-details) ### What to do in Addis Ababa for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Addis Ababa? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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