Addis Ababa

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Head for Ethiopia for a colourful stay full of thrills. Located on the high plateaus near the Great Rift, the majestic and immense Ethiopian capital offers a thousand and one wonders to visit and enjoy. The true economic and cultural hub of the country, Addis Ababa is full of unique sites such as the Holy Trinity Cathedral, where Emperor Haile Selassie was buried, or the National Museum and its replica of Lucy, the first hominid.

Do not hesitate to choose a hotel near the airport so as to be close to the shuttles to the city centre and, therefore, to the main sights. Ethiopia is a country of varied landscapes that will surprise you in a thousand ways.

So immerse yourself in a resolutely unusual and exotic culture for an exceptional stay in a hotel in Addis Ababa that meets your wishes in terms of comfort and services.

Your hotel in Addis Ababa

The highest city in Africa, Addis Ababa fascinates with its altitude of almost 2,300 metres, its futuristic architectural richness and its priceless treasures. Among the must-see sites during your stay are: the National Museum, the Grand Mosque, the Holy Trinity Cathedral and the Lion of Judah statue. Do not hesitate to explore the streets on foot to enjoy the splendour of each site.

Continue your journey with the oldest building in the capital, the Palace of Menelik II. This gigantic monument houses chapels, residences and administrative buildings. If one room were to capture your attention, it would be the banquet hall for its splendour and sublime decorations.

Art lovers of all kinds will be able to visit the Ethnological Museum. Almost two floors of collections and works await you, with religious objects, naive paintings, musical instruments and much more relating the history of the country. Ideally, opt for the truly extraordinary guided tour.

To make your stay as successful as possible, stroll through the city, as Addis Ababa reveals itself around every corner, with worlds that are sometimes modern, sometimes historic. While archaeology and fossil enthusiasts will enjoy visiting the National Museum, the National Library holds illuminated manuscripts written in the Ethiopian alphasyllabary.

Finally, end with the Merkato in Addis Ababa, an open-air market considered one of the most beautiful and largest in the world. The atmosphere is festive and original. It will let you do some shopping before leaving the beautiful Ethiopian capital. Do not forget that haggling is part of the customs with the merchants.

How to get to Addis Ababa?

Bole International Airport facilitates tourist travel between the major international cities. Located less than 10 km from the city centre, you will easily reach your hotel near the airport.