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🚗 How to Spend a Perfect Saturday in Addis Ababa — Chauffeur’s Guide to the City
Saturdays in Addis Ababa have a special rhythm — slower than weekdays, brighter, and full of places waiting to be explored. Whether you’re a traveler, a diplomat, or a local looking to enjoy the weekend, having a professional chauffeur makes the experience smoother, safer, and far more enjoyable.
Here is CRA Car Rental Addis’s exclusive Saturday guide, curated from the real experiences of our chauffeurs who drive around the city every day.
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🌅 1. Start Your Morning with a Scenic Drive
The city is calm in the morning, making it the perfect time for:
• Entoto Park
• Mount Entoto Viewpoint
• Unity Park (early entry)
Your driver can take you through the best routes with minimal traffic, ensuring you arrive relaxed and refreshed.
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☕ 2. Coffee & Breakfast at the Best Spots
Saturdays are for slow mornings. Great places to stop include:
• Tomoca Coffee (Piassa) – the classic Ethiopian experience
• Garden of Coffee – beautifully roasted beans
• La Parisienne – for French-style pastries and breakfast
Your chauffeur will wait nearby and keep the vehicle cool and ready.
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🛍️ 3. Mid-Morning Shopping & Souvenirs
If you enjoy shopping, Addis offers plenty:
• Shiro Meda – traditional Ethiopian clothes
• Zoma Museum Shop – art & cultural pieces
• Friendship Mall – modern shopping
The driver helps carry items, secure them in the car, and handle parking.
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🍽️ 4. Lunch at Addis Ababa’s Top Restaurants
Saturday lunch is a highlight. Consider:
• Kuriftu Resorts Addis
• Yod Abyssinia (for cultural experience)
• The Vault / Kategna / Savor
Your chauffeur ensures smooth arrival, drop-off, and pick-up in busy areas.
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🎨 5. Afternoon Culture: Museums & Parks
Addis has a rich cultural scene:
• National Museum of Ethiopia (Lucy)
• Red Terror Memorial Museum
• Zoma Museum (eco-art museum)
• Friendship Park
These are ideal Saturday stops — peaceful and inspiring.
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🌇 6. Golden Hour City Tour
As sunset approaches, Addis becomes beautiful for a relaxed drive:
• Meskel Square
• Bole Road
• Old Airport area
Your driver knows the perfect viewing spots.
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🍸 7. Evening Relaxation
End the day with:
• Jazz at African Jazz Village
• Drinks at Hyatt, Sheraton, or Skylight
• Dinner at Akamai, Parisse, or Urban Eatery
Your chauffeur ensures a safe return home or to your hotel, no stress and no parking worries.
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👨✈️ Why a Chauffeur Makes Saturdays Better
• No parking hassle
• Safe navigation through unfamiliar areas
• Help with bags, shopping, and schedules
• Local knowledge of traffic and shortcuts
• Flexible waiting time
A chauffeur lets you enjoy the day without worrying about logistics.
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✨ Final Thoughts
A Saturday in Addis Ababa is rich with culture, food, nature, and relaxation. With CRA Car Rental Addis, your day becomes effortless, comfortable, and perfectly curated.
Whether you’re visiting or living in Addis, let us take you there — safely, professionally, and in style.
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