Guides & tours
The five gates walk
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Follow the old walls and learn about the five historic gates.
- From
- ETB 1,100 for the group
- Meeting point
- Feres Magala square, in the middle of the old town. Your guide meets you there.
Experience
UNESCO notes that the five historic gates matched the main roads into the town and divided it into five neighbourhoods. Your guide walks you along the line of the walls and explains each gate.
Languages
- English
- Amharic
- Harari
Areas of specialisation
- History and architecture
- Markets and crafts
Route and stops
- The northern gate
- The eastern gate
- The south-eastern gate
- The southern gate
- The western gate
Tour options
- Two hoursETB 1,100
What is included
- Your guide for the chosen time
What is not included
- Entry fees
- Food and drink
Accessibility
This is a walk on narrow, uneven alleys. Tell your guide what pace suits you.
Visitor rules and etiquette
Follow your guide’s advice in busy markets and at religious sites.
Cancellation and refund conditions
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. After that the booking may be charged in full.
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