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Starting from Meskel Square you will be able to wander around and see a wide range of interesting attractions that Addis Ababa has to offer. The palaces and parliament buildings should not be missed, nor should the Africa Hall and the fascinating architecture of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building. The National Museum is also a must-see when visiting this spectacular city. Traditional crafts made by locals can be found at the Shiro Meda Market. Craft items include pots and homemade fabrics. The market is situated at the bottom of the Entoto Mountains which you can reach by taxi or bus for stunning views of the city.
At the Ethiopian National Museum you will learn about the country's ancient civilization. Many relics in the museum date back several thousand years. When visiting the city you should visit the Red Terror Museum. Here you will learn about The Derg and the horrors that led to the country's well-known famine. Although it is free to enter, you can make a donation to help with the upkeep of the museum.
When in Addis Ababa make sure you:
Take a taxi to the top of the Entoto Mountains for a great view of the city
Test your bartering skills at one of the markets when buying some pots
Discover Ethiopian history at the National Museum
Visit the Red Terror Museum to learn about the horrors of The Derg
Join in on a walking food tour
Taste ‘Tej', a traditional Ethiopian drink
Eat some ‘Injera', the country's national dish
Addis Ababa Airports
Addis Ababa's Bole International Airport is East Africa's busiest airport. Numerous international airlines fly to the airport on a daily basis, from countries in Europe, Asia and America. Continue reading if you want to know how to get to the city centre from the airport and which are the main airlines flying to Addis Ababa.
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in the Bole area of Addis Ababa, 6km southeast of the city centre and 65 km north of Debre Zeyit, another popular tourist destination.
Transportation options
When arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport it is best to arrange a pick up taxi or shuttle bus service from the airport to your accommodation with your hotel in advance, although you can get a taxi from the car park outside the airport. Bus services are also available, though these are infrequent.
Airport codeADDThe IATA code of the arrival airport on flights to Addis Ababa is ADD
Popular AirlineEthiopian AirlinesMost popular airline flying to Addis Ababa