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Hours & Directions



Answers to some common questions about visiting the museum.



185 Haile Selassie St.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia



Hours:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM



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Getting Here





The National Museum of Ethiopia is located next to the Ethiopian Space Science Society. Directions are as follows:


Driving from Bole and passing by Stadium, then taking the wide boulevard you will reach the circle of Aratkilo. Taking King George Street, next to the Aratkilo circle in the Northern direction is the Natural Science Campus. A few meters away in that same direction to the left of the street in Amistkilo district is Saint Mary’s Church and near the church is the National Museum of Ethiopia.


On the gate’s check point are few uniformed federal police to check you through.



Common Questions





Can I schedule a tour?



Yes, our museum has tour guides available on site who are fluent in both Amharic and English. For private group tours, contact our team to schedule in advance.




Can I park on site?



Yes there is limited parking within the facility. For larger vehicles or overflow parking, check outside along the street or consider taking a taxi as an alternative.



Are there restaurants and shops in the museum?



There is a gift shop located next to the museum. The compound also houses two restaurants/cafes: Ardi café and Lucy café and restaurant.



Is the museum kid friendly?



The museum has some interactive components that will be interesting for young children. However, the museum as a whole caters to older children and adults for the time being. If you have younger children, you can also check our events page for upcoming events.



How can I help the National Museum of Ethiopia?



Our country's national treasure is in need of renovations and increased programs. Your support is greatly appreciated. Please visit the link below to donate to preserve our history and efforts to promote tourism and awareness.


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+251 11 111 7150

185 Haile Selassie St.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia


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