Arada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Chris Thompson
Photo by Chris Thompson
Photo by Alex Urmeneta
Photo by Alex Urmeneta

Popular places to visit

Holy Trinity Cathedral

Holy Trinity Cathedral

You can learn about the history of Addis Ababa when you stop by Holy Trinity Cathedral. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Holy Trinity Cathedral

National Museum of Ethiopia

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Ethiopia during your travels in Addis Ababa. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

National Museum of Ethiopia

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.

Unity Park

Friendship Park

Explore the great outdoors at Friendship Park, a lovely green space in Addis Ababa. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Friendship Park

St. George's Cathedral

3/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Addis Ababa with a stop at St. George's Cathedral. Take in the art scene and mountain views in this culturally rich area.

St. George's Cathedral

Menelik II's Palace

You can learn about the history of Addis Ababa with a stop at Menelik II's Palace. Discover the mountain views and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Menelik II's Palace

Activities

Addis Ababa City Tour

Addis Ababa City Tour

AU$73
per adult
Addis Ababa City Tour
Holy Trinity Cathedral

Addis Ababa City - Half Day Tour

AU$111
per adult
Addis Ababa City - Half Day Tour
Addis Ababa Full day City Tour

Addis Ababa City Tours

AU$119
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Addis Ababa City Tours
My guests having fun at the largest open-air market in Africa - Merkato.

Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa

AU$142
per adult
Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Man with handcraft at the market, Ethiopia.

Best of Addis Ababa- (full day)

AU$132
per adult
Best of Addis Ababa- (full day)
Trinity Cathedral Church

Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

AU$119
per adult
Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
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Our pick of the best Arada Hotel Deals

Melka International Hotel
Melka International Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Churchill Avenue, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$56 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$56
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Derg Monument and Friendship Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
"Best staff. The manager Nebiyou Belete was accommodating."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2024

Melka International Hotel
Monarch Hotel
Monarch Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Tewodros Roundabout, Colson St., On the way to Friendship Park, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
The price is AU$71 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$71
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Friendship Park and Derg Monument are ...
7.2/10 Good! (271 reviews)
"Its nice and clean. Friendly workers. The service is good. And the location is perfect. Because it's center of the city"

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Monarch Hotel
Sarem International Hotel
Sarem International Hotel
4 out of 5
Belay Zeleke Street, around Semien Mazegaja, Addis Ababa
The price is AU$116 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions St. George's Cathedral and Yekatit 12 ...
7.8/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"The front desk employees and the manager are the worst i ever seen. The rooms are bad and no hot water in the room to shower. Food is bad. They advertise that they have a shuttle but they don't send any one to pick you up from the airport. I had to pay money and take a taxi to the hotel where i stayed ..."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2022

Sarem International Hotel
Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa
Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa
4 out of 5
1000 Churchill Avenue Piazza, At Wawel Intersection, Addis Ababa
The price is AU$119 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$119
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions St. George's Cathedral and Derg Monument ...
7.4/10 Good! (66 reviews)
"The property is ideally located in the prime area of the piazza neighborhood with easy access to transport and amenities. Staff are extremely friendly, helpful and ready to meet your needs at any cost. The hotel room and all accessible areas are spotlessly clean. Buffet style breakfast is provided ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct. 2024

Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa
Soramba Hotel
Soramba Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Belay Zeleke Road, Addis Ababa
The price is AU$72 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions St. George's Cathedral and Yekatit ...
7/10 Good! (82 reviews)
"the restaurant staff and the entire staff was not coo perative and a lot shaddy room and bathroom. not clean at all . wifi was not working at all ."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2019

Soramba Hotel
Melka international hotel
Melka international hotel
3 out of 5
Churchill Ave, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
The price is AU$58 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$58
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Derg Monument and Friendship Park are located ...
Melka international hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Arada

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Piazza

Piazza is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and St. George's Cathedral.

Piazza
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Lideta

While visiting Lideta, you might make a stop by sights like Addis Ababa National Archives and Library and International Evangelical Church IEC and Evangelical Theological College.

Lideta
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Kirkos

4/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Kirkos. You might want to make time for a stop at Meskel Square or Addis Ababa Stadium.

Kirkos
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Yeka

Yeka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall.

Yeka
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Bole

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Medhane Alem Church or Edna Mall while you're exploring the area.

Bole
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Nifas Silk-Lafto

Travellers like the art galleries in Nifas Silk-Lafto, and Zoma Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nifas Silk-Lafto

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