Heliopolis Travel Guide
Cairo
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Popular places to visit
Baron Empain Palace
After visiting Baron Empain Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Giza Pyramid Complex
You can learn more about the history of Giza when you make a stop at a top site such as Giza Pyramid Complex. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Grand Egyptian Museum
You can study the exhibits at Grand Egyptian Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Giza. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Pyramid of Khufu
Pyramid of Khufu is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Egyptian Museum
You can study the exhibits at Egyptian Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Tahrir Square
Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Cairo Day Tour visit Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil Bazaar
Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Belly Dancing and Hotel Transfer
Private Day Tour to Giza Pyramids Sphinx Memphis Saqqara & Dahshur Pyramids
Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience
2-Day Private GEM with Pyramids and Cairo Highlights
Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport
Top hotels in Heliopolis
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Facility is super convenient and comfortable. Dinning was great. The room was luxury. I like the bed.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Cairo Heliopolis
Internet connection could be better
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
Top notch hotel with very accommodating staff. Excellent breakfast buffet. Beautiful bar. We asked for a balcony and got one of the few. My husband was ill and they got a doctor within an hour and meds delivered within another 30 minutes. Would definitely recommend if want to be in Heliopolis and ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
Very smooth check in. The manager Ahmed was very helpful and professional. Well done!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hilton Cairo Heliopolis
The Cairo Hilton is fantastic. After I worked out I. The gym, they heated my socks with a hair dryer and the put my socks and shoes on for me. I have never had that type of service. I asked if I could tip them with a card. Ghada (employee) said, “No, we are just happy that you are here.”
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Novotel Cairo Airport
Buffet dinner was perfect
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heliopolis
Sheraton Al Matar
While there might not be top attractions in Sheraton Al Matar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis.
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.
Al Rehab
Al Rehab might not have many top sights, but Rehab Mall 1 and GoKart Egypt are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The 5th Settlement
While The 5th Settlement isn't home to many top sights, Downtown Katameya and Cairo Festival City Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Al-Khalifa
While visiting Al-Khalifa, you might make a stop by sights like Cairo Citadel and Monastery of Saint Simon.
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.
