El Faraana Travel Guide
Alexandria
Popular places to visit
Marassi Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Marassi Beach during your travels in Alexandria?
San Stefano Grand Plaza
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at San Stefano Grand Plaza during your trip to Alexandria. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Montazah Palace
Montazah Palace is just one of the places to see in Alexandria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
After visiting Bibliotheca Alexandrina, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Alexandria National Museum
You can study the exhibits at Alexandria National Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Alexandria. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Qaitbay Fortress
After visiting Qaitbay Fortress, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Full-Day Alexandria private Guided Tour from Cairo with Lunch
Alexandria Private Day Tour From Cairo
Full-Day Private Tour to Alexandria from Cairo
Shore Excursion: Alexandria City Tour from Alexandria Port
Top hotels in El Faraana
SUNRISE Alex Avenue Hotel
This is the 2nd time for me at Sunrise Avenue Hotel in Alexandria. A great experience with a very professional reception staff. A special thank you to Mr Mohamed, Mr Ramadan and Mr Emad for their hospitality and premium service. The hotel is well equipped and well designed. Very private rooms location ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hilton Alexandria Corniche
This was the ideal hotel, GREAT STAFF, GREAT restaurants-all 3, GREAT location, Great Spa upscale, well maintained, very clean, beautiful lobby, staff takes care of everything. We had an exquisite Mediterranean Sea view, again LOVED the staff all throughout the hotel-those at the door, security, ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano
Friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Rixos Montaza Alexandria
Crowne Plaza Alexandria Mirage by IHG
The Grand Plaza Hotel Smouha
Overall a great stay. Comfortable rooms and friendly staff. The only downside was some noise due to sports teams staying at the hotel, but it didn’t take away from the overall experience.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Faraana
Al-Muntazah
If you're spending some time in Al-Muntazah, Montazah Beach and Kouta Park are top sights worth seeing.
Al Mahrousah
While there might not be top attractions in Al Mahrousah, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Stefano Grand Plaza and Royal Jewelry Museum.
San Stifano
While visiting San Stifano, you might make a stop by sights like San Stefano Grand Plaza and Royal Jewelry Museum.
Ar-Raml 1
While visiting Ar-Raml 1, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Jewelry Museum and San Stefano Grand Plaza.
Glim
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glim and surrounding area, you can visit Royal Jewelry Museum and San Stefano Grand Plaza.
Ar-Raml 2
While Ar-Raml 2 isn't home to many top sights, Smouha Sporting Club and Royal Jewelry Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
