Travel Guide To Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, the Capital of Nigeria, is populated by approximately 3,384,569 people (according to Census 2007) and the city is situated at the geographic centre of the country. The Affluent abide in Bole (South East), Old Airport, CMC, Ayat and Lamberet parts of the city. Addis Ababa is also a host to more that 130 embassies and international missions.. African Union and the UN Economic Commission for Africa has also chosen this city for their regional headquarters. Besides, US and EU also have more than one delegation in the city for bilateral relations and African Union respectively.

Major religions in Addis Ababa are Ethiopian Orthodox Belief, Islam, Christianity (Protestants & Catholic)

The climate is subtropical highland climate i.e. moderate temperatures year round with constant temperatures month to month showing a variation up to 10 °C. Average High is 24 °C and average low is 8 °C.

Getting there and getting around

Addis Ababa can be reached in from around 28 locations in UK and Ireland with airlines such as BMI, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Air India, EgyptAir, Gulf Air, Kenya Airways, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, SAS and Saudi Arabian Airlines.

Several International airlines connect Bole International Airport - the busiest airport in East Africa and the hub of Ethiopian Airlines - with international destination across Europe, United States, Asia and numerous inter-African destinations. One of the two terminals is being refurbished as of 2009 that's why all flights use the other one.

You can also reach Addis Ababa by train via Djibouti, Car and Bus Services from terminals such as Auto Bus Terra near Mercato and Ras Mekonin Avenue near the Railway station.

Roads network is not in good condition and very few streets have been names. Use the landmark instead of the maps devoid of correct information. Many colorful taxis and buses can also be resorted to roam about the city.

Places to see

Some of the must-see places in / around Addis Ababa are Ethiopian National Museum, Africa Hall, Parliament Building, Shango Hall, Medhane Alem, St. George's Cathedral, Anwar Mosque, Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Family, Menelick's Old Imperial Palace, National Palace, Ethiopian National Library, Ethiopian Ethnological Museum, Ethiopian Railway Museum, National Postal Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Gola St. Michael Church.

Food & Drink

The renowned eateries in / around Addis Ababa include, but are not limited to, Cafe Chocholata, City Cafe on Bole, Blue Tops, Habesha, Team Mini, The Lemetree, Addis Cuisine, Canaan, Pizza Deli Roma, Liquid Lounge, Fisherman Restaurant, Aladdin Restaurant, Cestellis in Piazza, Top View Restaurant, Cerenade Restaurant and Green view Italian Restaurant.

When it comes to drinking Addis Ababa has got even more to offer. E.g. Liquid Lounge, Champions, Affoy, Gaslight, Memo, Club Deep, Meda Sports Bar and Grill, The Black Rose, Divine, Bailamos, The Dome Club and Illusions.

Entry Requirements - Visas

British nationals require a visa to enter Ethiopia. If you are flying into Ethiopia for as a tourist you may obtain your visa on arrival at Addis Ababa (Bole) and Dire Dawa International airports. If you are arriving by other means, or at another airport, you must obtain a visa prior to arrival, even when travelling from countries without an Ethiopian Embassy or Mission. Visa applicants in the United Kingdom should contact the Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in London. Penalties for overstaying your visa can be severe.

Entry Requirements - Road Travel from Sudan into Ethiopia

British nationals wishing to enter Ethiopia from Sudan in their own vehicles require a letter from the British Embassy in Addis Ababa providing details of the passengers (names, passport details) and vehicle(s) (make, model, registration number, engine and chassis numbers). They should contact the British Embassy in Addis Ababa (adabavisainfo@fco.gov.uk) well in advance of their journey to request a copy of the letter and provide full details of their vehicle, passengers and voyage. This letter should be presented to officials of the Ethiopian Revenue and Customs Authority at the border.

Entry Requirements - Passport validity

There is no minimum passport validity requirement for entry to Ethiopia.

Entry Requirements - Yellow Fever Certificate

Yellow Fever vaccination certificates may be required for visitors from countries where it is endemic.

Entry Requirements - Travelling with children

For information on exactly what will be required at immigration, please contact the Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in London.

Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, British Embassy

Address:
British Embassy
Comoros Street
Addis Ababa

Postal address:
PO Box 858

Fax:
(251) (11) 6610588
(251) (11) 6614154 Consular/Visa Section

Email:
BritishEmbassy.AddisAbaba@fco.gov.uk

Office hours:
GMT: Mon-Thurs: 0500-1330
Fri: 0500-1000
Consular/Visa Section: Mon-Fri 0530-0900
Local Time: :
Mon-Thurs: 0800-1630
Fri: 0800-1300
Consular/Visa Section: Mon-Fri: 0830-1200

Website: :
http://www.ukinethiopia.fco.gov.uk/en

Help for British National / Details

http://www.ukinethiopia.fco.gov.uk/en/help-for-british-nationals

Country	Ethiopia
Time Zone	East Africa Time (UTC+3)

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