Mercato, thought to be the largest open market in Africa, stretches over several square miles to the west of the city Centre. Originally established during the era of the Italian occupation (1936-41), it is now estimated to contain more than 7,000 shops and stalls. The narrow streets, mazes of stalls and bustling atmosphere can be a little daunting to begin with, but with a local guide to show you the areas for different goods, from coffee, spices, and every type of food to fabrics, handicrafts, and even recycling streets, you will soon start to appreciate that the Mercato is the real heart of Addis Ababa
Tour Type: Market & Culture
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Sightseeing: Mercato open Market
Distance From the Airport: 9 KM
Estimated driving time: 1hour & 15 minutes.
Visiting Hour: 09:00 – 17:00 From Monday to Saturday
Visiting Mercato will give the travelers various Experian’s of the culture, handy crafts,
different Ethiopian spices etc.…. and the day today market activities of Addis Ababa
the capital city of Ethiopia
Tour Detail (Itinerary)
According to your schedule your half-day tour, starts from Bole international airport or from your hotel to the large open market in Africa Mercato with your English-speaking guide. In Mercato you can shop for almost everything from small locally known herbs to the latest fancy electronic devices. The most interesting parts of Mercato to visit and
experience the real local life like the colorful hand-woven baskets market, secondhand items market and the recycling section.
Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist.
Email: ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com
Contact Number: + 251 115174204/4207/4205/4504
Date of cancellation Penalty
More than 30 days before arrival No fees
Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival 25% of the total value
Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival 50% of the total value
Less than 07 days before the date of arrival 100% of the total value
Tour Name | Merkato open Market Tour |
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Sales Validity Start | 20 March 2025 |
Sales Validity End | 31 December 2025 |
Duration | 1 day(s) |
Price Group | Price Per Person |
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1 | USD 102 |
2 | USD 86 |
3 to 4
|
USD 69 |
5 to 6
|
USD 60 |
7 to 8
|
USD 46 |
9 to 10
|
USD 39 |
11 to 12
|
USD 35 |
13 to 14
|
USD 32 |