Addis Ababa: Postal and Stamp Museums Guided Tour
Discover the fascinating evolution of communication at the Ethiopian Postal Museum, where Ethiopia’s postal history comes to life through antique mail equipment, rare stamp collections, historic uniforms, and engaging exhibits. As you explore the museum, you’ll learn how messages once traveled across the country by foot and horseback before the rise of modern postal systems, while gaining insight into the cultural and historical significance of Ethiopia’s communication network through decades.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At the hotel you are staying.
- At the lobby of the hotel
Ethiopian Postal Museum
Begin your journey by exploring the origins of Ethiopia’s communication system, where exhibits and guided explanations reveal how messages were once delivered by foot, horseback, and relay networks across vast distances. This section highlights the vital role postal services played in connecting communities throughout the country.
Philately
Explore sections dedicated to Philately, where stamp design and printing techniques are showcased, offering insight into the creativity and craftsmanship behind each issue. You may also discover archival photographs of post offices from different eras, illustrating how Ethiopia’s communication networks expanded and evolved over time.
Archival photographs showcasing
The experience concludes in a reflective space where you can appreciate the emotional and historical significance of letters, and how postal communication once played a vital role in connecting communities across Ethiopia’s vast distances.
Ending Point
The hotel is the final drop-off point of the tour.
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Transportation via Toyota Landcruiser 2023 / Mini Bus High roof 2023 model.
- Professional Guide fee
- Entrance Fee
- Pick up and drop of services
- Gasoline Fee
- Road Toll fee
- Meals and Drinks (for lunch is $15 - $20)
- Tips ($5 - $10)
- Photography fee ($3 -$5)
Tour Important Information
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Demeke G.
I was born and grew up in Addis Ababa. I used to work in Addis Ababa for more than 7 years. I became a National Government Licensed Guide in English and French in 2018. I am a graduate of history and heritage management.
Since then, I have guided more than 300 tours in Addis Ababa as well as Bahir Dar, Gondar, Danakil Depression and Tigray churches, Omo Valley, Lalibela, the Siemen Mountains, Bale Mountains, and various day trip programs while improving my tours. Ethiopia is a country with a rich cultural, historical, and natural attraction with more than 80 ethnic groups and languages.
My tours are very flexible, and I always do my best to customize them according to the interests of my guests. I studied about the places and will provide you knowledge to appreciate them more deeply than just visiting there by yourself or as a member of group tours. I like food, and I know many restaurants that provide typical Ethiopian traditional cuisine along with the traditional Ethiopian coffee. Therefore, I am sure that I can provide you the best tours customized to your interests. It will be my great pleasure to help you to have memorable experience in Ethiopia.
Reviews
Andrew C.
“Short tour of Addis Ababa”
I was looking for a compact tour of Addis Ababa. This was perfect - accommodated my desired departure time, was very pleasant and knowledge. Just the right level of detail for me. Also offered to help with dinner reservations etc. Would definitely recommend!
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Demeke G.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that the tour met your expectations and that the timing, level of detail, and overall experience worked well for you. It was a pleasure showing you around Addis Ababa, and I’m always happy to help with anything—from city tours to dinner reservations. Your recommendation means a lot! Safe travels, and I hope to welcome you back sometime in the future.
Diana R.
“Beautiful walk through impressive landscapes ”
Blue Nile gorge, Jemma valley and Portuguese bridge are absolutely amazing places of fantastic beauty. If you are in Ethiopia for only one day it is for sure the must-visit place. It would give a lot of unforgettable memories (and photos) to those who prefer walking in nature over city sightseeing. Our guide Demeke was very friendly, punctual, respectable guy with perfect English and a huge amount of knowledge regarding the tour. Highly recommended, 10/10
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Demeke G.
Dear Diana and your families, I would like to saythank you for choosing me to be your guide and happy with the services I am providing for your families. I am so grateful for the time we spent together.
$115/ per person
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