Cairo

Sights

• Pyramids of Giza – The last surviving wonder of the ancient world, with the Sphinx.
• Grand Egyptian Museum – A vast collection near the pyramids, with Tutankhamun's treasures.
• Khan el-Khalili – An old bazaar with copperware, lamps and coffee houses.
• Islamic Cairo – Mosques and minarets such as Al-Azhar Mosque.
• Citadel of Saladin – Home to the Muhammad Ali Mosque, with views over the city.
• Coptic Cairo – Ancient churches and the Hanging Church.

Food & nightlife

• Koshari – Rice, lentils, pasta and tomato sauce – the everyday favourite.
• Ful and falafel – Bean stew and ta'amiya for breakfast.
• Dinner on the Nile – An evening on a boat on the Nile.
• Coffee house and shisha – Tea, coffee and conversation until late.

Day trips

• Sakkara – Djoser's Step Pyramid, older than Giza.
• Dahshur – The Bent and Red Pyramids, often without crowds.
• Alexandria – A Mediterranean city with its library and corniche.

Good to know

When to go

October–March

Getting around

Metro in the centre, otherwise taxi and ride apps; best to take a driver to the pyramids.

Tipping

Around 10% is customary in restaurants.

Power

Plug type C/F, 220 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Plan your trip to Cairo together

Create a trip plan and the Travel Guide comes with it – with a map, ideas to suggest and saved for offline use.

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