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Ethiopia

Addis Ababa / Where altitude meets attitude

MeowScore 😾62/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😾
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

September

Good weather for sightseeing, less crowded and witness the New Year celebrations. (12 words)

🎄
january

Tourists come for the Ethiopian Christmas celebrations. (20 words)

🌞
february

Great weather for outdoor activities in the city. (15 words)

🎉
march

Witness the colorful Holi celebrations of the Indian community. (15 words)

🐣
april

Attend the Ethiopian Easter celebrations and witness cultural processions. (20 words)

👀
may

Less crowded and pleasant weather for sightseeing. (10 words)

☕
june

Enjoy the warm weather and sip Ethiopian coffee at outdoor cafes. (20 words)

🎨
july

Experience the Bole Festival, a celebration of art and culture. (15 words)

🔥
august

Witness the Meskel Festival and witness the bonfire lighting spectacle. (20 words)

🥳
september

Celebrate the Ethiopian New Year and visit museums and art galleries. (20 words)

🏃‍♀️
october

Attend the Great Ethiopian Run with thousands of participants. (15 words)

🇪🇹
november

Join the National Flag Day celebrations and visit the Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum. (20 words)

🎶
december

Experience the Ethiopian music and dance during the Maskal festival. (20 words)

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The economical shopping situation in Addis Ababa is moderate, with a good mix of expensive and affordable options. Prices vary greatly depending on the neighborhood and type of store.

Haggling is common in markets, so don't be afraid to negotiate. Look for locally made souvenirs and traditional Ethiopian cuisine for affordable options.

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

transit and sightseeing

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

transit and sightseeing

Visitors often use Addis as a hub to explore Ethiopia.

Tipping

0-5%

Not common to tip, exception: upscale restaurants/hotels

Tipping

0-5%

Not common to tip, exception: upscale restaurants/hotels

Cash is preferred. Splitting bills is not common.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited bandwidth and slow connection speeds.

meh Availability

Widely available but intermittent network outages.

good Cellular

Good cellular network coverage in urban areas.

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

ETB

1 ETB =
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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic and poor infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Not accepted

Cat's Meow: Highest capital in Africa, cat-tastic cuisine, and bustling markets. Purrfect for a feline adventure.

Kitten Kaboodle: Jazzy nightlife, cultural cat-nip, and friendly cats. Visiting Addis Ababa? Don't fur-get the cat-scratch fever!

Things to do

The mainstream

🎭
Ethiopian National Theatre
🛍️
Mercato Market
⛪
Holy Trinity Cathedral
🌄
Mount Entoto
🏛️
National Museum of Ethiopia

The mainstream

🎭
Ethiopian National Theatre

Catch a performance of traditional dance, music, or drama that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage and contemporary artistic vision.

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🛍️
Mercato Market

Get lost in the vibrant and bustling streets of the largest open-air market in Africa, where you can find everything from spices to fashion.

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⛪
Holy Trinity Cathedral

Visit the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie and other historical figures, and admire the cathedral's impressive architecture and artistry.

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🌄
Mount Entoto

Climb up to the highest peak overlooking Addis Ababa for breathtaking views of the city and its surrounding landscapes. Don't forget your camera!

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🏛️
National Museum of Ethiopia

Discover the country's rich history and culture through its impressive collections of art, artifacts, and fossils. Don't miss the famous Lucy exhibit!

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Off the beaten path

🌶️
Addis Mercato
🛒
Zefmesh Grand Mall
⛪
St. Urael Church
🎶
Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant
🏛️
Lucy Museum

Off the beaten path

🌶️
Addis Mercato

Explore one of Africa's largest open-air markets, selling everything from clothing to spices to live animals. 🐒

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🛒
Zefmesh Grand Mall

Shop for Ethiopian crafts, textiles, and souvenirs in this modern indoor marketplace. 🛍️

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⛪
St. Urael Church

Visit this 15th-century church, nestled in a quiet neighborhood, for its peaceful ambiance and beautiful murals. 🙏

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🎶
Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Ethiopian food and live music and dance performances in a lively atmosphere. 🥘

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🏛️
Lucy Museum

Learn about Ethiopia's earliest hominid discoveries and ancient civilizations in this low-key museum. 🦍

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic and poor infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Not accepted

Mindful meoweler tips

Ethiopian coffee culture

Discover the birthplace of coffee and enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony with local cats. Don't forget to try the deliciously spicy coffee beans!

Respectful clothing

Ethiopian cats value modesty and conservative clothing. Cover your paws and dress appropriately when visiting religious sites.

Street food

Be adventurous and try the local street food, but make sure you ask the cats for recommendations. Don't forget to wash your paws before eating!

Traditional music and dance

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and watch the traditional music and dance performances. You may even catch a glimpse of some acrobatic cats!

Bargaining

When shopping in local markets, don't be afraid to haggle with the cats for a fair price. It's part of the culture and can lead to some great deals!

Useful external sites

addiseats.com

AddisEats↗

A food blog that explores the diverse and delicious food scene in Addis Ababa.

www.goaddistours.com

Go Addis Tours↗

A tour agency that provides unique and socially responsible tours in Addis Ababa and beyond.

addismap.com

AddisMap↗

An interactive online map that helps travelers navigate around Addis Ababa and discover popular attractions.

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