Cairo
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Overview
Cairo is magnificent, where you’ll hear an array of sounds from donkey carts rattling down lanes to the muezzins' call to prayer from duelling minarets.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
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The last remaining wonder of the ancient world; for nearly 4000 years, the extraordinary shape, impeccable geometry and sheer bulk of the Giza Pyramids…
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One of the world’s most important collections of ancient artefacts, the Egyptian Museum takes pride of place in Downtown Cairo, on the north side of Midan…
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With funds from the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, what had been a mountain of garbage, amassed over centuries, was in 2005, almost miraculously, transformed…
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Founded in AD 970 as the centrepiece of the newly created Fatimid city, Al Azhar is one of Cairo’s earlier mosques, and its sheikh is considered the…
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Sharia Al Muizz, as it’s usually called, named after the Fatimid caliph who conquered Cairo in AD 969, was Cairo's grand thoroughfare, once chock-a-block…
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This museum, founded in 1908, houses Coptic art from the earliest days of Christianity in Egypt right through to early Islam. It is a beautiful place, as…
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After a years'-long restoration period, this palace complex, built by the uncle of King Farouk, Prince Mohammed Ali, in the early 20th century, has once…
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This museum, on the edge of Islamic Cairo, holds one of the world’s finest collections of Islamic art and is Egypt's (and one of the entire Middle East's)…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Things to Do
Cairo, the original city that never sleeps, is at the epicenter of the action in Egypt. Here are the best things to do there.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Cairo attracts countless tourists every year. This seasonal guide can help you plan the right time for your visit.
Read articleThings to Know
This insider's guide to Cairo, with tips on health, safety and etiquette, can help you make the most out of your visit.
Read articleTransportation
Cairo is the city that never stops... except for traffic jams that is. Find your way around with this guide to the metro, taxis and bus services.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Cairo is a magnet for travelers on a budget. Here are the city's best free experiences.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
Find the right neighborhood for you in the huge city of Cairo with our guide to the best areas for hotels and sights.
Read articleDay Trips
Had your fill on Cairo's museums and markets? These four day trips delve further into Egypt's history and culture.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Pinching pennies to save Egyptian pounds? Here are our top tips for exploring Cairo on a budget.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
From playing backgammon with locals to ticking off the Pyramids, this guide will help you navigate Cairo with kids in tow.
Read articlePlan with a local
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