Car Rental Services in Axum – Ethiopian Car Rental Company.

Reliable & Affordable Car Rental Services in Axum

Visiting Ethiopia’s ancient capital and archaeological treasure? Our rental services in Axum give you access to centuries-old history, UNESCO heritage sites, and vibrant local culture. Zagwe Tour and Car Rentals offer affordable and reliable, self-drive and with driver car rental services in Axum. Select from our variety of vehicles suited for the city and surrounding historical sites.

Axum is a timeless destination, and we’re here to make your journey smooth and memorable—whether you’re tracing Ethiopia’s royal past, traveling with family, or on a heritage tour. Let us be your trusted companion as you explore the cradle of Ethiopian civilization.

Axum Airport (AXU)
Just 5 km from the city centre, Axum Airport connects Ethiopia’s historic northern circuit. Drive to the town takes 15 minutes. Facilities are modest but serve UNESCO-bound tourists effectively.

Tourist Destinations around Axum:

Obelisks of Axum – Ancient stelae fields.
Queen of Sheba’s Palace – Archaeological remains.
Church of St. Mary of Zion – Believed to house the Ark of the Covenant.

Local Markets – Traditional crafts and culture
Gheralta (Gerealta) is one of the most spectacular historical and natural regions in northern Ethiopia, located in the Tigray Region. It is famous for its dramatic sandstone mountains, deep valleys, and ancient rock-hewn churches carved into steep cliffs, dating back to the 10th–15th centuries.
Distance from Axum 280km
Nearest city: Hawzen (main gateway town)
Mekelle (about 120 km from Gheralta)

Debre Damo Monastery is one of the oldest and most sacred monasteries in Ethiopia, founded in the 6th century. The monastery is uniquely located on a flat-topped mountain (amba) and can only be accessed by climbing a leather rope, making it one of the most extraordinary religious sites in the country.
From Axum to Debre Damo: 16 km
From Mekelle to Debre Damo: 250 km