Old Cairo Travel Guide

Cairo

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The Hanging Church

9.0/10 (339 reviews)
The Hanging Church is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
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Things to do

Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch

Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch

Rp893.050
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Rp1.071.660
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo
Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience

Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience

Rp357.220
per adult
Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience
Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

Rp982.355
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car
Egyptian Muesum

Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil

Rp267.915
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil
Cairo to Ain Sokhna Dolphin Beach Resort Day Use

Cairo to Ain Sokhna Dolphin Beach Resort Day Use

Rp1.339.575
per adult
Cairo to Ain Sokhna Dolphin Beach Resort Day Use
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Top hotels in Old Cairo

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

5 out of 5
Corniche El Nil, Garden City Cairo
The price is Rp2.384.298 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp2.384.298
Rp3.074.581 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (924 reviews)
"Although the hotel is in need of updating it was clean and the view from our balcony over the Nile with the Giza pyramids in the distance was lovely. Our room attendant was lovely and on seeing my birthday cards left a chocolate cake in our room."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG

4.5 out of 5
29A Nile Corniche, Maadi Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is Rp2.258.919 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.258.919
Rp3.251.755 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum are located ...
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Galaa Square Giza
The price is Rp2.961.986 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp2.961.986
Rp3.819.674 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is Rp3.293.819 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp3.293.819
Rp4.247.602 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Cairo Marriott Hotel
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is Rp6.861.685 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp6.861.685
Rp8.848.610 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (898 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Super helpful"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is Rp2.232.652 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp2.232.652
Rp2.935.029 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,157 reviews)
"It’s extremely convenient because the hotel is practically part of the airport!! Besides it’s a very nice hotel!!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
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Where to stay in Old Cairo

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Downtown Cairo

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

A river with modern buildings and a historic bridge.

Zamalek

Cafes, museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Zamalek. Sights like Zamalek Art Gallery and El Sawy Culture Wheel are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station.

The Great Pyramids of Giza, a desert landscape with large rocks and clear skies.

Al Haram

If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Nasr City

Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.

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Heliopolis

Consider a visit to Tivoli Dome and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station.

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