Addis Ababa
EthiopiaET
Capital and largest city of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. It has been the capital of the regional state Oromia under FDRE Constitution Article 49(5). With an estimated population of 2,739,551 inhabitants as of the 2007 census, it is the eleventh-largest city in Africa. At an elevation of 2,355 metres (7,726 ft), it is the fourth highest capital city in the world and the highest capital in Africa. Addis Ababa is a highly developed and important cultural, artistic, financial and administrative center of Ethiopia.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 5,704,000
- Coordinates
- 9.025, 38.747
- Timezone
- Africa/Addis_Ababa
- Elevation
- 2355 m
Overview of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is the kind of large metropolitan hub you find in Ethiopia. Its resident count stands at approximately 5,704,000. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around nature, culture and water sports and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 2,355 metres.
Things to do in Addis Ababa
Nature in Addis Ababa
(21)The nature shortlist for Addis Ababa: Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. All of it is drawn from Addis Ababa's recorded activities. That is 21 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Addis Ababa
(18)Looking for culture? Addis Ababa has Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. The full list runs to 18 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Addis Ababa.
Water Sports in Addis Ababa
(18)Under water sports, Addis Ababa is tagged with Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing, Kayaking and Kiteboarding. In all, 18 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Addis Ababa.
Sports in Addis Ababa
(15)On the sports side, Addis Ababa offers Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails. All of it is drawn from Addis Ababa's recorded activities. That is 15 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Adventure in Addis Ababa
(13)Under adventure, Addis Ababa is tagged with Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. In all, 13 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Addis Ababa.
Nightlife in Addis Ababa
(10)Our data lists Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events as nightlife options here. In all, 10 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Addis Ababa.
Wellness in Addis Ababa
(7)Addis Ababa records Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms under wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Addis Ababa is actually tagged with. Altogether 7 options are tagged here.
Family in Addis Ababa
(4)Family in Addis Ababa covers Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Addis Ababa.
Shopping in Addis Ababa
(2)Under shopping, Addis Ababa is tagged with Food and Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Addis Ababa.
More to do in Addis Ababa
(2)On the other activities side, Addis Ababa offers Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Addis Ababa's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Addis Ababa
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Addis Ababa straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Similar destinations
Places near Addis Ababa that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Addis Ababa known for?
- Addis Ababa, in Ethiopia, is best known for nature, culture and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 5,704,000 residents.
- What can you do in Addis Ababa?
- Recorded activities in Addis Ababa include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Addis Ababa located?
- Addis Ababa is located in Ethiopia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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