Lalibela has 4 free Lokali audio guides, led by Church of Saint George, Church of Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael and Bet Maryam. The list covers 4 churchs. Visiting all 4 of them at the pace most people keep would take about 2.9 hours. The furthest two sit 0 km apart, so most of this is walkable in a day.
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Free audio guides in Lalibela
Every place below has a free audio guide in 50+ languages
#145–90 min · ChurchChurch of Saint GeorgeA monolithic church carved entirely from volcanic rock in the shape of a cross, descending 12 metres below ground level.
#230–45 min · ChurchChurch of Saint Gabriel and Saint RaphaelA rock-cut church with a basilica layout, featuring three aisles divided by rows of pillars.
#330–45 min · ChurchBet MaryamA rock-cut church dedicated to Mary, featuring a rectangular layout with three aisles and decorated pillars.
25–40 min · ChurchChurch of the Saviour of the WorldA rectangular rock-hewn church with a single nave, notable for its simplicity and the quality of its stone carving.
Planning your time
Short on time? Church of Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael, Bet Maryam, Church of the Saviour of the World each take under an hour. Most guides here lean towards editors' picks and photography. Every guide is free, plays in 50+ languages and works offline once downloaded, so you can listen without roaming data.
Common questions
How many free audio guides does Lokali have for Lalibela?
4. Each one is free, plays in 50+ languages and works offline once downloaded.
What are the top sights in Lalibela?
Church of Saint George, Church of Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael and Bet Maryam. The full list of 4 sights, each with its visit time and type, is on this page.
How long do you need to see Lalibela?
About 2.9 hours to visit all 4 sights listed here at an unhurried pace. Most visitors pick three or four instead.
Do you need to pay for a guide in Lalibela?
No. Every Lokali audio guide is free, with no ticket, tour group or subscription.
Walk Lalibela with a guide in your ear
All 4 guides for Lalibela, free, offline and in your language. Download them before you land.