World by City

Museums & galleries

Ethiopia Museum of Art and Science

Open in Maps
Ethiopia Museum of Art and Science

Ethiopia Museum of Art and Science

Located in a riverside development district of Addis Ababa, this institution opened in 2022. It is housed in a circular building and features exhibits focused on science and technological progress. Travelers visit this site to see contemporary architectural design and explore displays regarding scientific advancement.

Getting There

The museum is situated within the city of Addis Ababa. From the city center, it is accessible via taxi or ride-sharing services. Travel time varies depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy in the capital.

Visit Duration

Visitors should allow approximately two to three hours to walk through the circular galleries and view the exhibits.

When to Visit

Visiting during weekday mornings typically avoids the best way to avoid larger crowds. The museum is an indoor attraction, making it a viable option regardless of the season or weather conditions in the city.

Nearby Attractions

Due to its central location, the museum can be combined with several other landmarks within walking distance or a short drive:

  • Imperial Palace (0.4km)
  • Holy Trinity Cathedral (1.1km)
  • Tiglachin Monument (1.2km)
  • Meskel Square (1.2km)

Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tickets & tours

Admission prices and opening hours change often, so we don't list them here. Check what's on sale and at what price below — booking ahead can cut the queue at some places.

GetYourGuide GetYourGuide 클룩 Klook Tiqets Tiqets KKday KKday WeGoTrip WeGoTrip

This place may not appear in the results — some sites are free to enter or sell tickets only at the gate.

Stays near Ethiopia Museum of Art and Science

Sorted by distance, walkable ones first. Distances are straight-line.

Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Ethiopia Museum of Art and Science Nearby stays

Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

Pick your dates — we'll search Addis Ababa hotels for you

Choose dates and guests, and the buttons below will open search results with your criteria. Prices differ between sites, so compare before you book.

View on Compare sites 부킹닷컴 View on Booking.com 호텔스닷컴 View on Hotels.com

Hotel membership

Staying at Accor hotels often? ALL Accor+ Explorer

A paid annual membership. It includes two free nights a year across Asia-Pacific, 30% off dining and 15% off drinks, and 15% off stays at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

Explore the membership

Good to visit alongside

Imperial Palace, Addis Ababa

Castles & palaces

Imperial Palace, Addis Ababa

A palace complex once home to Ethiopia's emperors, comprising several residences, chapels, and auxiliary buildings. Today it serves as the prime minister's residence and office, where visitors can still sense its historic past.

0.4 km away
Holy Trinity Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

Holy Trinity Cathedral

Holy Trinity Cathedral in Addis Ababa is the highest-ranking cathedral of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Built to commemorate the victory over Italian occupation, it offers a window into Ethiopia's history.

1.1 km away
Tiglachin Monument

Heritage & monuments

Tiglachin Monument

A monument in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, honoring the Ethiopian and Cuban soldiers who fought in the Ogaden War. Its 50-meter tower and relief carvings make a striking impression.

1.2 km away
Meskel Square

Parks & gardens

Meskel Square

Meskel Square is a plaza in downtown Addis Ababa where Ethiopian Orthodox events and festivals are frequently held. Visiting during the Meskel Festival in particular lets you experience the local atmosphere at its liveliest.

1.2 km away
"Red Terror" Martyrs' Memorial Museum

Museums & galleries

"Red Terror" Martyrs' Memorial Museum

This museum opened in 2010 to honor those who lost their lives during the "Red Terror" under the Derg regime. It displays torture instruments, remains, and photographs of victims, and free guided tours offer a detailed account of that history.

1.2 km away
Miyazya 27 adebabay

Parks & gardens

Miyazya 27 adebabay

This historic intersection and square in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is where major roads converge. Its name commemorates the city's fall to Italian forces in 1936 and its liberation in 1941, making it a meaningful place to trace the city's history.

1.3 km away