Hawassa Fish Market is small, noisy, and memorable. Fishermen bring in tilapia from the lake, vendors clean and sell the catch, and marabou storks, pelicans, and other birds wait around the edges for scraps.
It can feel hectic, especially when guides press for business, but you do not need a long visit. Go in the morning, watch the landing and cleaning, then retreat to one of the simple places nearby for fried fish.