Guidebook of Giza and Cairo
Sightseeing
Saqqara Necropolis
The Step Pyramid and Imhotep Museum
Dahshur
The Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid
Coptic Cairo
Hanging Church, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, Greek Church of St. George
A hidden gem
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Palacio del Príncipe Mohamed Ali (Palacio Al Manial)
1 السراياA hidden gem
Alabaster Mosque is situated in the Citadel.
69 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ciudadela de Saladino
Privet Entrance Bel KalaaAlabaster Mosque is situated in the Citadel.
One of Egypt's largest and oldest mosques.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mezquita de Ibn Tulun
Ahmed Ibn Tolon Sq.One of Egypt's largest and oldest mosques.
A famous bazaar and souq in the historic centre of Cairo. Fascinating and crowded!
95 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Khan Al-Khalili
A famous bazaar and souq in the historic centre of Cairo. Fascinating and crowded!
At only 5-minute walk from my property.
93 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Necrópolis de Guiza
Al HaramAt only 5-minute walk from my property.
Relaxing and educational, this is the world's first living museum.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pharaonic Village
3 Al Bahr Al AazamRelaxing and educational, this is the world's first living museum.
It contains 120 000 items of ancient Egyptian antiquities
130 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Egipcio
El-Tahrir SquareIt contains 120 000 items of ancient Egyptian antiquities
Opening soon. Largest archaeological museum in the world.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Grand Egyptian Museum
Cairo - Alexandria Desert RoadOpening soon. Largest archaeological museum in the world.
A monumental mosque from the 14th century.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mezquita y Madrasa del Sultán Hassan
A monumental mosque from the 14th century.
Al-Rifa'i Mosque
El-RefaeyA beautiful sanctuary
Sabil of Muhammad Ali Pasha
A public drinking fountain
Wekalet El Ghouri Arts Center
Al-Tannoura performance/show
One of three remaining gates in the walls of the Old City of Cairo. It faces south
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bab Zuweila
One of three remaining gates in the walls of the Old City of Cairo. It faces south
Bab al-Futuh
Bab Al FoutohOne of three remaining gates in the walls of the Old City of Cairo. It faces north
Bab El Nasr
Bab El-NasrOne of three remaining gates in the walls of the Old City of Cairo. It faces north.
The first Islamic University built in Cairo.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mezquita de Al-Azhar
The first Islamic University built in Cairo.
Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi
Al Moez Ldin Allah Al FatmiOne of Cairo's oldest streets
The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt and the whole of Africa.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mezquita de Amr Ibn El-Aas
Sidey Hassan Al AnwarThe original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt and the whole of Africa.
Complejo Qalawun
One of the major monuments of Islamic Cairo. Must be visited!
Nilometer
الطرف الجنوبيSituated on Rhoda Island, it dates back to 861
Aqsunqur Mosque
One of several "blue mosques" in the world.
Food scene
Abou Shakra Restaurants
1 Abou Al Hool Al SeiahiOpened in 1947 and with a breathtaking view of the Giza Pyramids.
Felfela Village
27 Al RemayaAuthentic Egyptian food.
Opened in 1930. It has a beautiful view of the Giza Pyramids and serves delicious food.
Cheristo Seafood Restaurant
طريق الأسكندريه الصحراوي،Opened in 1930. It has a beautiful view of the Giza Pyramids and serves delicious food.
Nile River
Kornish Al NileRiver Nile dinner cruise in Cairo.
Neighbourhoods
Nazlet El-Semman
Landscapes
Nile River
Kornish Al NileSailing by felucca
Faiyum Oasis
Tunis Village in the middle of the oasis
Siwa Oasis
Old town of Shali, Lake Aftnas, Pigeon Towers
It's one of the world's sixty great public spaces by the Project for Public Spaces
85 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Al-Azhar
Salah Salem StreetIt's one of the world's sixty great public spaces by the Project for Public Spaces
Consejos para la ciudad
No te pierdas
Giza Pyramids - Sound & Light Show
The show can also be seen for free from our nearby house.
Costumbres y cultura
Dress codes & various recommendations
All female travellers are recommended to wear long trousers and long skirts.
I advise every visitor to wear a hat/scarf and sunglasses (sun is very strong especially from April to September).
Antes de que te vayas
Book your tours in advance
During the high season, tour bookings should be made in advance.
Once you make your room reservation, please contact us for more information about the tours of the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Dashshur, Memphis, Cairo etc.: we will provide you with all the details and prices.