Landmark
Legehar train station
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Legehar train station is a historic landmark in Addis Ababa, built in the early 1900s as part of the railway connecting Ethiopia to Djibouti. The station's architecture reflects a blend of European and local styles, evoking the era of rail travel. Though no longer a major transport hub, it remains a symbol of Ethiopia's modernization. Visitors can explore the platform, view vintage locomotives, and imagine the bustling activity of its heyday.
Don't miss
- Well-preserved colonial-era facade with arched windows and a clock tower
- Vintage steam locomotive displayed on the tracks
- Platform where travelers once embarked on the journey to the coast
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Legehar train station
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inExplores the Heart of Addis Ababa city tour4.8★ · 25 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$44 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFull Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off4.9★ · 550 travelers6–7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$70 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleHidden Treasures of Addis Ababa - Food, Culture and History Tour5★ · 86 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$80 per personSee dates →More attractions in Addis Ababa
