Popular places to visit
Holy Trinity Cathedral
After visiting Holy Trinity Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this culturally rich area.
National Museum of Ethiopia
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Museum of Ethiopia during your trip to Addis Ababa. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Menelik II's Palace
After visiting Menelik II's Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Take in the art scene and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Unity Park
After visiting Unity Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
St. George's Cathedral
St. George's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Friendship Park
Explore the great outdoors at Friendship Park, a lovely green space in Addis Ababa. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport(ADD)
Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day With Hotel Pickup And Drop Off
Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa city tour
Monastic Marvels Exploring the beauty of Debre Libanos Monastery
Top hotels in Arada
Monarch Hotel
VERY friendly staff. I stayed 3 weeks had no complaints except for occasional very minor glitches … normal for that duration. Those were addressed instantly. Room soon felt like a comfortable and familiar “nest” in Addis. Two restaurants were better than most external restaurants. Recommend.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa
I was dropped off but it was difficult to navigate to the front desk unless you're dropped off in front of the main entrance. The facility was definitely dated, and there were a few broken/non-functional items in the room. For example, my TV was not connected (as in the wires were spliced and dangling) ...
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025
Melka International Hotel
Yes it was Great.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Soramba Hotel
I am canceling my hotel reservation because of the privacy situation. The hotel security is checking my belonging each time when I go to my room .
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Sarem International Hotel
Shower poor
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Clean rooms, great staff
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Arada
Piazza
Visitors to Piazza enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, National Museum of Ethiopia is worth a stop.
Arat Kilo
While Arat Kilo isn't home to many top sights, National Museum of Ethiopia and ECA Conference Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sidist Kilo
Though Sidist Kilo might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and ECA Conference Center.
Kazanchis
While visiting Kazanchis, you might make a stop by sights like ECA Conference Center and Africa Hall.
Addis Ketema
While visiting Addis Ketema, you might make a stop by sights like Addis Merkato and Tiglachin Memorial.
Lideta
While visiting Lideta, you might make a stop by sights like Addis Ababa National Archives and Library and Derg Monument.
