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Best churches to visit in Ethiopia

Ethiopia’s rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, carved down into the rock in the Middle Ages, are among the wonders of the Christian world. The monastery of Debre Libanos lies north of Addis Ababa, and the capital has the Holy Trinity Cathedral and Entoto Maryam on the hills.

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Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela

Lalibela, Ethiopia

One ticket, bought at the office by the northern group, covers all eleven churches and is valid for several days, which…

65 tickets & tours

Debre Libanos

Debre Libanos, Ethiopia

There is a small entrance fee collected at the gate, and a separate charge if you want to photograph inside;

30 tickets & tours

Entoto Maryam Church

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Entoto Maryam Church stands on the Entoto hills, the mountain range that rises above the northern edge of Addis Ababa,…

1 ticket or tour

Lalibela requires a ticket valid for several days, and religious festivals such as Timkat and Genna draw pilgrims. The pages below explain how to plan.

Tours and activities in Ethiopia

Church tours and day trips in Ethiopia