Best places in Amhara Region
Discover the best places in Amhara Region, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 101 places in the region.
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1
Church of St. George
Orthodox church
One of several rock-hewn churches in the city in a unique underground locale reached by tunnel.
4.80 (335 reviews)
2
Simien Mountains National Park
National park
National park on rugged terrain featuring native wildlife & scenic mountains, valleys & gorges.
4.60 (250 reviews)
3
Fasil Ghebbi
Historical landmark
Heritage site featuring remains of castlelike fortress-city, once home to Ethiopia's emperors.
4.50 (320 reviews)
5
Debre Birhan Selassie Church
Orthodox church
This ancient Ethiopian Christian place of worship is known for its colorful, religious art.
4.70 (133 reviews)
6
Blue Nile Falls
Waterfall
👍👍 The falls are a real highlight during the raining season. The whole trip to get there is an adventure. You see how the locals live and walk through the primary forest. It’s very muddy, so bring proper shoes.
4.50 (227 reviews)
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Emperor Fasil’s Palace
Historical landmark
👍👍 The Royal Enclosure (Amharic: ፋሲል ግቢ, or Fasil Ghebbi) is the remains of a fortress-city in Gondar, Ethiopia. It was founded in the 17th century by Emperor Fasilides (Fasil) and was the home of Ethiopia's emperors. Its unique architecture shows diverse influences including Nubian styles. The site wa...
4.50 (180 reviews)
9
Roseau Hotel & Spa
Hotel
👍👍 Roseau Hotel and Spa is located at the heart of Gondar, one of the leading tourist destination cities of Ethiopia. The hotel is designed to make customers safe and elegantly convenient.
I experienced the pleasure of dinning here in Roseau Hotel. I witnessed how great for planning an event, conferen...
$65/night
4.80 (93 reviews)
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Fasilides' Bath - ፋሲለደስ ጥምቀተ ባህር
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Fasiledes' Bathis located about 2.5 kilometers from Fasil Ghebbi in Gondar, Ethiopia. It was built during the time of emperor Fasiledes in the 17th century. The palace is thought to have been the summer retreat for the royal family. In modern day it's home to the Timket Festival, epiphany, which ce...
4.50 (170 reviews)
11
Ben Abeba
Restaurant
👍👍 So we only ate at the restaurant and did not stay at the hotel just to clarify. The food was exquisite, the service was Immaculate and the timing of our meal was everything. We arrived before sunset and were able to see the most breathtaking sunset I've ever seen. The food is diverse and includes Et...
4.40 (228 reviews)
12
Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
Heritage museum
Collection of 11 churches carved out of the rock in the 13th century, some decorated with frescoes.
4.60 (102 reviews)
13
Ras Dashen
Mountain peak
This 4,550-m. peak in the Simien Mountains National Park is the highest point in Ethiopia.
4.50 (104 reviews)
14
Bete Medhane Alem
Church
👍👍 Excellent to go at 8am because it is empty. Alternatively Sunday it is packed with locals in beautiful church clothes. If you arrive at 2pm you will have toke to see everything but closes sharply at 5pm no exceptions. Be mindful in Christendom this is one of the holiest places far more Holy than man...
4.80 (60 reviews)
15
Goha Hotel
Hotel
Unfussy rooms & suites in a casual hilltop property with an open-air eatery & an outdoor pool.
$70/night
4.20 (200 reviews)
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St. George Church | ቅዱስ ጊዮርጊስ ቤተክርስቲያን
Orthodox church
👍👍 St. George Cathedral Church, the oldest downtown church in The City.
4.70 (64 reviews)
18
Gondar Hills Resort
Hotel
👍👍 It is classified as one of the most luxurious resorts in Ethiopia. Perched on an unbelievable hilly terrain, the city of Gondar is a unique place with a view of the mountains. If a guest who goes to Gondar rests here, his memory will be complete. The hiking trails are exceptional. Its magnificent ar...
$78/night
4.80 (46 reviews)
19
Ura Kidane Mihret Monastery (ኡራ ኪዳነ ምሕረት ገዳም)
Monastery
Circular church dating from the 16th century & featuring colorful murals on its interior walls.
4.40 (75 reviews)
20
Mountain View Hotel Lalibela
Lodging
Modest rooms featuring balconies & mountain views in a casual hotel with dining & a rooftop terrace.
$35/night
4.30 (85 reviews)