National Museum of Ethiopia
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A must-visit museum for anyone interested in human history, home to Lucy, the famous skeleton of an ancient hominid.
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Plan a free trip to Addis AbabaUpdated: 2026-10-11
Addis Ababa is the vibrant capital of Ethiopia, offering a fascinating blend of ancient history, rich culture, and a modern pace of life. Visit to experience unique Ethiopian heritage, taste authentic local cuisine, and discover the origins of humanity.
Things to do in Addis Ababa include National Museum of Ethiopia, Merkato, Holy Trinity Cathedral. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
A must-visit museum for anyone interested in human history, home to Lucy, the famous skeleton of an ancient hominid.
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The largest open-air market in Africa, an immersive sensory experience of colors, smells, and sounds.
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An impressive and important cathedral, the burial place of Emperor Haile Selassie and his family.
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A historic cathedral with unique octagonal architecture, where Ethiopian emperors were crowned.
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Located in Emperor Haile Selassie's former palace, showcasing Ethiopia's cultures and traditions.
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A large and central public square, hosting important festivals and events.
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A small museum showcasing the history and development of Addis Ababa city.
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Here is what 3 days in Addis Ababa look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.
The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.
National Museum of Ethiopia, Merkato, Holy Trinity Cathedral, The Lion of Judah of Menelik II, Yekatit 12 monument, St. George's Cathedral and 9 more. National Museum of Ethiopia: A must-visit museum for anyone interested in human history, home to Lucy, the famous skeleton of an ancient hominid.
Day 1: Mount Entoto, Entoto Natural Park, Ethnological Museum. Day 2: Medhane Alem Cathedral, National Museum of Ethiopia, Unity Park, Holy Trinity Cathedral. Day 3: Red Terror Martyrs' Memorial Museum.
Museums worth visiting in Addis Ababa: National Museum of Ethiopia (Arada), Ethnological Museum (Arada), Addis Ababa Museum (Kirkos) and Red Terror Martyrs' Memorial Museum (Kirkos).
Churches worth seeing in Addis Ababa: Holy Trinity Cathedral (Arada), St. George's Cathedral (Arada) and Medhane Alem Cathedral.
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