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Local Market & Street Food Experience
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Joined 2023
Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Ethiopia’s local markets through a guided Local Market & Street Food Experience, where you’ll explore colorful stalls filled with spices, fresh produce, handmade crafts, and traditional goods while immersing yourself in the rhythm of everyday life in Addis Ababa. Taste authentic Ethiopian street foods, learn about local ingredients and culinary traditions, and experience the rich flavors, culture, and hospitality that make Ethiopia’s food scene truly unique.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
The meeting point will be at the hotel where the clients are staying.
- At the hotel where the clients are staying.
A Visit to Merkato
One of the largest open-air markets in Africa, where you will navigate through bustling alleys filled with spices, coffee beans, traditional textiles, handmade crafts, and everyday local goods. With your guide, you’ll discover hidden sections of the market, learn bargaining tips, and gain insight into the daily life and trading culture of Ethiopia.
more organized and relaxed shopping environment where locals buy fresh produce, meats, grains, and household items. Here, you’ll experience a more authentic and less touristy side of Addis Ababa while observing how local families shop and interact in their daily routines.
Shola Market
A more organized and relaxed shopping environment where locals buy fresh produce, meats, grains, and household items. Here, you’ll experience a more authentic and less touristy side of Addis Ababa while observing how local families shop and interact in their daily routines.
more organized and relaxed shopping environment where locals buy fresh produce, meats, grains, and household items. Here, you’ll experience a more authentic and less touristy side of Addis Ababa while observing how local families shop and interact in their daily routines.
Ending Point
The hotel is the final drop-off point of the tour.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Transportation by 2023 Toyota Land cruiser or high roof mini bus
- Guide Fee
- Gasoline Fee
- Entrance Fee
- Professional Driver
- Road tool fee
- Meals and Drinks ($10 - $15)
- Tip ($5 - $10
- Photography Fee ($2 -$4)
Tour Important Information
This tour involves moderate to extensive walking through busy market areas, so comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
The visit to Merkato can be crowded and fast-paced, so guests should remain attentive to personal belongings at all times.
Some areas of the markets may have uneven ground, narrow walkways, and limited vehicle access.
This experience is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility issues or serious knee/back problems.
The tour is generally not wheelchair accessible due to the nature of traditional market streets.
Please inform the guide in advance of any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or preferences before participating in street food tastings.
It is recommended to carry small cash (Ethiopian Birr) for personal purchases, as many vendors do not accept cards.
Modest, comfortable clothing is advised, as this is a local cultural and public marketplace experience.
Photography is usually allowed, but always ask permission before taking photos of people or vendors.
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
Joined 2023
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
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.
$125/ per person
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