Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Addis Ababa March 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) ![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) ![Going home for Christmas!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6271020/fe2ac90f-0cfb-4c9f-8700-78a5f5c7c598.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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Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour 6h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~£57~~£53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/entoto-mountain-from-addis-ababa.a2115501.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Addis Ababa Uncovered: A Journey through Ethiopian Heart](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50873173/037e3fed-4865-4179-8a6b-96c7ba2bbc57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Addis Ababa Uncovered: A Journey through Ethiopian Heart 5h Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-cultural-discover-addis-ababa-city-tour.a50873173.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day With Hotel Pickup And Drop Off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45011008/b5c82324-e0fd-4d8a-808e-744d1dc91df1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day 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Ethiopia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51041990/aa38b324-b174-428e-9f75-8794b08db869.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Day Bale Mountains Private Tour Ethiopia 3d Free cancellation available £412 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-day-bale-mountains-private-tour-ethiopia.a51041990.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Guided Day Trip from Addis to Debre Libanos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47665439/8545e8ba-ffd3-4072-b501-09843089002e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Day Trip from Addis to Debre Libanos 10h Free cancellation available £187 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-day-trip-from-addis-to-debre-libanos.a47665439.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Ethiopia: 5-Day Ultimate Safari Expedition Guided 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Addis Ababa (3day) 3d Free cancellation available £443 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-tour-to-bale-mountains-np-incl-addis-ababa-3day.a50704923.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Lalibela One Night/two Days](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44529250/d4407fcc-8430-467e-9315-ab5156df44d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lalibela One Night/two Days 2d Free cancellation available £288 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lalibela-one-night-two-days.a44529250.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) !["15-Day Northern Ethiopia: A Journey Through Time"](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49729207/07ec55e7-8e97-4d37-bd4c-4074ff9ccab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### "15-Day Northern Ethiopia: A Journey Through Time" 15d Free cancellation available £1,949 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/15-days-tigray-church-and-lalibela-with-simen-mountain.a49729207.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![4 Day Ethiopia and Tigray Churches Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49658075/04b08046-89ae-4186-b6b7-2e3ca7b66a2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 Day Ethiopia and Tigray Churches Tour 4d Free cancellation available £450 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-day-ethiopia-and-tigray-churches-tour.a49658075.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Lalibela, Axum, Danakil and Omo Valley 8 DAYS](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2096267/f0205801-b63e-4848-b07a-cb58e1d36dc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lalibela, Axum, Danakil and Omo Valley 8 DAYS 8d Free cancellation available £1,538 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lalibela-axum-danakil-and-omo-valley-8-days.a2096267.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![5 Days Addis,Bahir Dar,Gondar ,Simien Mountain and Lalibela](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50986396/74911093-59cf-4a7e-91f8-06a08130c0fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 5 Days Addis,Bahir Dar,Gondar ,Simien Mountain and Lalibela 5d Free cancellation available £749 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-days-addis-bahir-dar-gondar-simien-mountain-and-lalibela.a50986396.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![3 Days Dankile Depression group Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47180793/a8190333-34dc-4cec-8ecc-0faf857b9b4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Days Dankile Depression group Tours 3d Free cancellation available £337 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-days-dankile-depression-group-tours.a47180793.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![Private 5 Days Tour of Omo Valley Ethiopia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47526131/86a0038e-7021-4eca-8efd-857fe186d536.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 5 Days Tour of Omo Valley Ethiopia 5d Free cancellation available £937 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-5-days-tour-of-omo-valley-ethiopia.a47526131.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ![8 Days Southern Ethiopia Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50152689/1e1b0074-f07a-4307-8b07-b06b7479d8c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 8 Days Southern Ethiopia Tour 8d Free cancellation available £3,073 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/8-days-southern-ethiopia-tour.a50152689.activity-details?&rid=289&location=Addis+Ababa&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Addis Ababa | Number of things to do | 370 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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): £30 | | 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)[Stopover transit tour in Addis Ababa (customisable)](/things-to-do/stopover-transit-tour-in-addis-ababa-customisable.a51748947.activity-details)[Addis Ababa Stopover](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.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) | | 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)[Addis Ababa: Guided Night Walking Tour with Local Guide](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-guided-night-walking-tour-with-local-guide.a51966963.activity-details)[Addis Ababa: Ethiopian Music Tour/ Fundika cultural centre](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-ethiopian-music-tour-fundika-cultural-centre.a52036362.activity-details)[Addis Ababa: Morning Run at Friendship Park with Breakfast](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-morning-run-at-friendship-park-with-breakfast.a51773266.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 Stopover](/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.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 & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour](/things-to-do/entoto-mountain-from-addis-ababa.a2115501.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 4.5/5(2 reviews) 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 4.5/5(2 reviews) 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 4/5(9 reviews) 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 2.5/5(2 reviews) 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) #### Addis Ababa University 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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) #### Addis Ababa Stadium 4/5(2 reviews) 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) #### Addis Merkato 4/5(2 reviews) You can do some window-shopping at Addis Merkato during your visit to Addis Ababa. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Merkato-Guassa-Plateau.d6111956.Attraction) #### Meskel Square 3.5/5(6 reviews) 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) #### Nigeria Embassy 4/5(1 review) 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) ### 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(39 area reviews) Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Century Mall or Selam City 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) ![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) ![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) ![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 Stopover](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.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 & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/entoto-mountain-from-addis-ababa.a2115501.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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