Local & craft markets
Merkato Market
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Merkato Market sprawls over Addis Ababa like a vibrant tapestry, its stalls filled with everything from fragrant spices to hand-carved coffee pots. Locals’ lively banter fills the air, and vendors offer a dizzying array of goods in their distinct sections. Best visited with comfortable shoes and a keen sense for friendly haggling.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best months
- Dec–Apr
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