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Historical Places in Cairo
The vibrant capital of Egypt, Cairo is a beautiful and chaotic adventure buzzing with 22 million locals and tourists exploring its Fatimid Caliphate and Mamluk Sultanate era monuments, colourful markets that still relive their medieval past and flavourful Egyptian food.
Things To See & Do
Al Azhar Mosque
Houses World’s 2nd Oldest Continuously-run University
1-2 hours
Suggested Time
Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Locally known as Cairo Museum or Egyptian Museum
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan
Storehouse of Innovative Architecture
1-2 hours
Suggested Time
Bab Zuweila
11th century Execution Site
1-2 hours
Suggested Time
Cairo Tower
Locally known as ‘Nasser's Pineapple’
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
Manial Palace and Museum
Also known as Prince Mohamed Ali Palace (Al Manial Palace)
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Museum of Islamic Art
Reservoir of Cairo’s Islamic History
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
Coptic Museum
Witness the Finest of the Coptic Art
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Best Time To Visit Cairo
Best during winters, spring and fall
DEC-FEB
Peak Season
SEP-OCT
Moderate Season
MAR-AUG
Off-season
- What To Expect:Pleasant days with bearable heat and crowded tourist spots.
- Things You'll Love:Embarking on cruise and pyramid tours, visiting the art fair and restaurant hopping.
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Book Your Trip to Cairo
Travel Options to reach Cairo
Our Recommendations
Flight to Cairo Airport
9h 45m . One way
Booking Options Starting From
₹19,327
Flight to Al Farwaniyah Airport, then Flight to Cairo Airport
11h 10m . One way
Booking Options Starting From
₹23,564
Stay in Cairo
Recommended Options
3 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹12,912
Gamaleya Boutique Hotel
Islamic Cairo, Cairo
₹12,980
Onwards
Tahrir Plaza Suites
Downtown Cairo, Cairo
₹3,875
Onwards
Le Riad Hotel de Charme
Cairo
₹21,883
Onwards
4 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹14,598
Staybridge Suites Cairo Citystars
Almazah, Cairo
₹13,066
Onwards
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
Zamalek, Cairo
₹15,685
Onwards
Novotel Cairo El Borg
Zamalek, Cairo
₹15,043
Onwards
5 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹18,859
Le Meridien Cairo Airport
Cairo International Airport , Cairo
₹11,270
Onwards
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
Downtown Cairo, Cairo
₹29,084
Onwards
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi, an IHG Hotel
Maadi, Cairo
₹16,225
Onwards
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More about Historical Places in Cairo
Holiday on your mind? Cairo is an incredible tourist destination for International based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.
Top festivals celebrated here are Cairo Art Fair, Ramadan, Coptic Christmas and Eid Al Ghetass in the months of December-February, As per calendar, January and As per calendar respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Cairo in December, January and February to enjoy pleasant days with bearable heat and crowded tourist spots! Even March, April, October and November is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering moderately hot days with slightly cool nights for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.
May, June, July, August and September is the off season for tourism in Cairo. Main things to do in Cairo are Aisha Fahmy Palace, Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and Citadel. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Cairo
What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Cairo?
If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Aisha Fahmy Palace, Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, and Citadel when you are in Cairo to make a funfilled vacay.
What are the activities you can explore during the peak season and moderate season in Cairo?
In the peak season months December, January and February you will experience pleasant days with bearable heat and crowded tourist spots wherein around moderate season i.e. March, April, October and November you will enjoy moderately hot days with slightly cool nights. Whatever that suits your calendar, Cairo awaits you for a good time.
What are the top things to do in Cairo?
Cairo is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like Aisha Fahmy Palace, Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, and Citadel. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!