Addis Ababa Ethiopia 6 Day Itinerary

Six-Day Itinerary for Exploring Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Day 1: Arrival & City Orientation

  • Arrive at Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa Airport)
  • Check-in at your hotel (Recommendations: Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheraton Addis)
  • Lunch at Habesha Restaurant (Habesha 2000) - Traditional Ethiopian cuisine
  • City Orientation Tour - Visit National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Mount Entoto for a panoramic view of the city
  • Dinner at Yod Abyssinia Restaurant (Yod Abyssinia) - Continuation of traditional Ethiopian cuisine with modern twist

Day 2: Historical & Cultural Attractions

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Visit the Ancient African Artifacts Museum for a look into Ethiopia’s rich history
  • Lunch at Abyssinia Restaurant (Abyssinia) - More traditional Ethiopian dishes
  • Afternoon visit to the Ethiopian National Gallery & Tomoca Coffee Factory
  • Dinner at Trattoria La Fenice (Trattoria La Fenice) - Italian cuisine for a change of pace

Day 3: Market & Local Life Experience

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Morning visit to Mercato, Africa’s largest market, and the nearby Raguel Church
  • Lunch at Mekanisa Restaurant (Mekanisa) - Modern Ethiopian dishes in a cozy atmosphere
  • Afternoon visit to the Ethiopian Women’s Cultural & Historical Museum and the nearby Pioneer Monument
  • Dinner at Yod Abyssinia Kaldi’s (Yod Abyssinia Kaldi’s) - Offers a variety of Ethiopian dishes in a contemporary setting

Day 4: Natural & Wildlife Attractions

  • Early morning departure for the Debre Libanos Monastery and the nearby Blue Nile Gorge
  • Lunch on your own during the excursion
  • Return to Addis Ababa and relax
  • Dinner at Abebe Bekila (Abebe Bekila) - Authentic Ethiopian food in a rustic environment

Day 5: Leisure & Shopping

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Spend the day exploring the city’s shopping districts, such as Bole, Merkato, and Piazza
  • Lunch at Terrazza Nazionale (Terrazza Nazionale) - Italian cuisine with a view over the city
  • Afternoon visit to the National Archives & Library of Ethiopia
  • Dinner at Yod Abyssinia Kaldi’s (Yod Abyssinia Kaldi’s) - Recommended for a second visit due to its variety and quality

Day 6: Departure

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing
  • Depart from Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa Airport) - Safe travels!