The Second biggest local market in Addis
Shola
Why locals love it
Shola Market is one of the best and biggest local market in Addis Ababa. It is probably the best competitor of Merkato market in Addis Ababa (the biggest outdoor market in Africa). It has an advantage over visiting Merkato because it is not crowded as Merkato and it is closer to the airport (better for layover visitors). Shola Market is closed on.
Why you should visit it
Shola Market is one of the best local markets in Addis Ababa to experience the traditional way of trading. Travellers, especially who are not comfortable with big crowds and don't have much time to send, should visit Shola Market as it is less crowded than Merkato and it is only 20 minutes drive from the airport.
Special tip
It is a nice place to buy Ethiopian spices and Frank Incense
Shola
Fikremariam Aba Techan Street, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaMon-Sa: 07:30-18:30