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Places To Go In Addis Ababa
Welcome, traveler, to Addis Ababa. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Addis Ababa
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Addis Ababa. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Addis Ababa? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
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Popular places to visit
Entoto Maryam Church
Entoto Maryam Church is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
African Union Headquarters
African Union Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Lake Bishoftu
You can find out about the history of Bishoftu with a trip to Lake Bishoftu. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its shops.
ECA Conference Center
After visiting ECA Conference Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Sheger Park
Sheger Park is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take some time to visit the spas in this culturally rich area.
Unity Park
After visiting Unity Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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