Lonely PlanetSep 29
The Top Things to Do in Cairo, Egypt
Cairo, the original city that never sleeps, is at the epicenter of the action in Egypt. Here are the best things to do there.
A 14th-century market, a hub of trade and commerce.
25 things in this story
- NileSightSail in a felucca at sunset for a relaxing experience.
- Abou TarekRestaurantThe place to go for kushari.
- M/Y ChristinaPlacePrivate yacht cruise accommodating up to 25 people.
- Pyramids of GizaHotelThe only remaining wonder of the ancient world.
- SaqqaraSightHome to 11 pyramids, including the Step Pyramid.
- Pyramid of ZoserSightThe oldest pyramid in the world.
- Pyramid of TetiSightSome pyramids are open for exploration.
- SEEgyptPlaceOffers quality tours and guides.
- NMECMuseumFocuses solely on ancient Egyptian civilization.
- Khan Al KhaliliMarketA 14th-century market, a hub of trade and commerce.
- Naguib MahfouzParkTribute to the Egyptian writer, serves classic dishes.
- Cairo CitadelAttractionEgypt's most iconic mosque and a medieval fortress.
- Mosque of Muhammad AliPlace of worshipOttoman-style mosque with alabaster walls.
- El-Moez StNeighborhoodPedestrian street with medieval architectural treasures.
- GamaleyaNeighborhoodAncient neighborhood with medieval buildings.
- Bab Al FutuhViewpointOne of the last three remaining gates to the walled city.
- Khayamiya StNeighborhoodAlso known as the 'Street of the Tentmakers'.
- Khufu'sRestaurantHas an incredible view of the Pyramids.
- Abou El SidRestaurantZamalek branch has Arabian palace-like decor.
- ZööbaRestaurantGood for quick and delicious street food.
- SachiRestaurantGreat option for a top-notch meal.
- Palace of JewelsSight
- Qalaun ComplexSight
- Beit el SuheimySight
- Bab ZuweilaSight