Sightseeing in Addis Ababa

The sightseeing tour includes:

St. George’s Cathedral: Lies at the north end of Churchill Rd. Built in 1896 in the traditional octagonal shape to commemorate Ethiopia’s victory over the Italians at the Battle of Adwa, the Cathedral houses the work of Afewerk Tekle, the renowned Ethiopian artist responsible for the stained glass windows of the Africa Hall.

The Mercato: It is the largest outdoor market in Africa. Here you will be presented with a confusing, but fascinating; glimpse of the vast range of goods and artifacts available from all parts of the country an enjoy the Ethiopian trade exchange tradition in the open air.

The National Museum of Ethiopia: It is famous for its collections of numerous priceless antiques archeological findings showing the history of Ethiopia from prehistoric times to the modern day. Of the exhibits is the famous ‘Lucy’ a 3.18 millions years and ‘Selam’ a 3.3 million years old hominids skeleton.

Holy Trinity Cathedral: It is unique church which was built in 1941 in commemoration of Ethiopia’s liberation from short period of Italian occupation.

Emperor Menelik II Mausoleum (Be’ata Mariam Church): The house, built in 1911 by Empress Zawditu is located in the compound of Emperor Menelik’s Palace. It houses the bodies of Menelik II, Empress Taitu, Empress Zawditu, the Archbishop who crowned Menelik, Abuna Mateo, and princess Tsehai, daughter of Emperor Haile Silassie I.

Institute of Ethiopian Studies Museum (Ethnological Museum): Being found in the old palace of Emperor Haile Silassie I, Genete Leul (in the main campus of the Addis Ababa University), IES Museum houses various items of more than eighty ethnic groups which helps visitors to have an over all view of diversified Ethiopia.

Be’ata Mariam Church (Menelik Mausoleum): a building surmounted by a large gilt crown, built in 1911 by the emperor’s daughter, Empress Zawditu. The square building is made of gray stone with a central dome and four small cupolas, one on each corner. It houses the remains of the famous old monarch; his spouse, Empress Taytu; his daughter, Empress Zawditu; the Archbishop who crowned Menelik, Abuna Mateos; and princess Tsehai, daughter of former Emperor Haile Selassie I.

Unity Park: is established in 2019. The park is located at the Grand Palace in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a compound that has been a seat of state for more than a century.
The total land coverage of the grand palace is 40 acres and it contains myriads of historical buildings and plants that date back to the time of emperor Menelik II, the founder of the Grand Palace.

Sheger Park Friendship Square is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A green area where locals and tourists can enjoy a fitness space, playground & amusement park. In addition to this, it provides a variety of outdoor meeting and event venues, recreation programs, concerts and activities for adults, youth, and kids throughout the year. The Park offers 16 event venues, restaurants, cafes, jogging routes, and a peaceful place to relax.

Mount Entoto : The panorama from Entoto peak, 3200 meter either by day or by night is breath taking spectacle. The church of St. Mary built by Emperor Menelik II (founder of Addis Ababa0 in 1882 is situated at the top of Entoto.

The Entoto Museum, exhibiting articles of historical significance is well worth a visit. The drum that announced the march to the battle of Adwa against the Italian invasion, Menelik’s bed, ceremonial dresses and crowns of the King and the Queen, gifts from abroad are some of the displays in the museum. Visits to Menelik’s old palace, just next to the museum add to an experience the visitor will always cherish.