Holiday in Addis Abeba
City in aethiopien — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
aethiopien
Type
City
Best time to travel
October to February — dry season with pleasant temperatures and clear skies.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines from Frankfurt to Addis Abeba (ADD), approx. 7 hours.
About Addis Abeba
Addis Abeba, the capital of Ethiopia and the diplomatic capital of Africa as the seat of the African Union, is located at over 2,300 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest capitals in the world. The city combines modern African urban life with a millennia-old culture. In the National Museum rests 'Lucy', the famous 3.2 million-year-old hominid fossil. The Mercato is the largest open-air market in Africa and an overwhelming experience of colors, smells, and sounds. The Ethiopian coffee culture — Ethiopia is considered the birthplace of coffee — is showcased in the traditional coffee ceremony, which is a daily social ritual here. The Orthodox Church shapes the cityscape with its colorful churches and religious festivals. Addis Abeba is the gateway to the Simien Mountains, the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, and the Omo Valley.
Top 5 highlights in Addis Abeba
The places you absolutely must not miss.
National Museum (Lucy)
Houses 'Lucy' — the famous 3.2 million-year-old Australopithecus fossil and Ethiopian art treasures.
Mercato
The largest open-air market in Africa — a chaotic, fascinating labyrinth of spices, textiles, and crafts.
Holy Trinity Cathedral
The most important cathedral of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church with intricate stained glass windows and imperial tombs.
Entoto Mountains
Panoramic view over the city from 3,000 meters — with eucalyptus forests and historic churches.
Coffee Ceremony
The daily ritual of roasting and preparing coffee — Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee.
Hotels in Addis Abeba
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Reise-SIM für Addis Abeba
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Addis Abeba
Recommended travel time
October to February — dry season with pleasant temperatures and clear skies.
Summer
10-25°C, rainy season June-September
Winter
5-25°C, dry and sunny
How much does a holiday in Addis Abeba cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
15-25 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
80-200 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Note the altitude: At 2,300 m, the thin air can be noticeable at first. Start slowly and drink plenty of water.
Ethiopian calendar: Ethiopia uses its own calendar — the year has 13 months and the time calculation is about 7 years behind.
Injera etiquette: Eat with the right hand. Feeding others (Gursha) is a sign of affection.
Blue taxis: Negotiate the price before getting in. Minibus taxis (blue-white) are cheaper but crowded.
Food & drink in Addis Abeba
These specialties you must try!
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