Highlights & things to do
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- Khan el-Khalili
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Cairo is overwhelming in the best sense. Africa's largest city sprawls along the Nile, its skyline a mix of medieval minarets and modern towers, its streets loud with traffic and commerce. On the edge of town, the Pyramids of Giza have stood for more than four thousand years. Few places pack so much history into a single trip, and with a little planning, Cairo is far easier to enjoy than its reputation suggests.
October to April is the most comfortable time, with warm, sunny days and cooler nights; December and January can feel chilly after dark. This is high season, so book key tours ahead.
May to September is very hot, often uncomfortably so in the middle of the day. Sightseeing is still possible if you start early and rest in the afternoon, and hotel rates are usually lower.
During Ramadan, the city's rhythm changes: daytime is quieter, some places have shorter hours, and evenings are festive after sunset. Check the dates when planning.
The Great Pyramid, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx form one of the most famous sights on earth. Go at opening time for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, and consider a licensed guide.
Near the pyramids, this vast museum is designed to house the treasures of Tutankhamun and a huge collection of antiquities. Check which galleries are open before you visit.
The historic museum in central Cairo still holds a remarkable collection in a classic old building.
Explore the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, then wander historic Al-Muizz Street, lined with mosques and madrasas. The Khan el-Khalili bazaar is the place for spices, lamps and souvenirs.
The Hanging Church, the Coptic Museum and the Ben Ezra Synagogue reveal the city's Christian and Jewish heritage.
South of the city, the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the Bent and Red Pyramids are often quieter than Giza.
Take a felucca sailboat ride at sunset or a dinner cruise.
Egyptian cuisine is friendly to vegetarians. Koshari, a mix of rice, lentils, pasta, chickpeas, tomato sauce and fried onions, is the national comfort food. Ful medames (stewed fava beans) and ta'ameya (Egyptian falafel made with fava beans) are breakfast staples. Try molokhia soup, mahshi (stuffed vegetables), grilled kofta and sweet basbousa or om ali. Drink bottled water.
Cairo International Airport is east of the city. Pre-booked transfers or ride-hailing apps avoid the haggling of street taxis. The Cairo Metro is cheap and useful for the centre and Coptic Cairo, with women-only carriages. Ride-hailing apps are the simplest way to reach Giza and the Citadel. Traffic is heavy, so allow extra time. Trains and domestic flights connect Cairo with Luxor and Aswan.
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