Zamalek Travel Guide

Cairo

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Stay near popular Zamalek attractions

Zamalek Art Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Zamalek Art Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cairo. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Things to do

Giza Pyramids Adventure Tours on ATV Quad Bike Ride in Desert

Giza Pyramids Adventure Tours With ATV Quad Bike Ride in Desert

Rp589.347
per adult
Giza Pyramids Adventure Tours With ATV Quad Bike Ride in Desert
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Rp1.071.540
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo
Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

Rp982.245
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car
Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch

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

Rp714.360
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch
Giza Pyramids

Private Day Tour to Giza Pyramids Sphinx Memphis Saqqara & Dahshur Pyramids

Rp267.885
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Private Day Tour to Giza Pyramids Sphinx Memphis Saqqara & Dahshur Pyramids
Day Tour Pyramids of Giza and Cairo with Private Guide

Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx & Mummies Museum Private Guided Tour

Rp114.298
per adult
Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx & Mummies Museum Private Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Zamalek

Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is Rp3.071.050 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp3.071.050
Rp3.960.390 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The employees were very helpful and the Hotel has all the amenities."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

4 out of 5
21 Mohamed Mazher Street Cairo
The price is Rp1.919.406 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.919.406
Rp2.475.204 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
The President Hotel Cairo

The President Hotel Cairo

3 out of 5
22 Taha Hussein Str Cairo
The price is Rp1.340.452 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp1.340.452
Rp1.728.605 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (325 reviews)
"The location is unbeatable. The staff are very helpful. The rooms are well maintained. The breakfast is very good. The only inconvenience was that one of the elevators was out of service most of our stay."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

The President Hotel Cairo
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is Rp3.342.025 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp3.342.025
Rp4.309.768 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (324 reviews)
"Staff were kind and good tasted perfect just felt a little let down since I took the family for lunch in the hotel and was waiting for room to be ready and no one let me know the room was ready until I actually went and asked also with laundry service some stains weren’t removed required dry cleaning ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.919.406 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
Rp1.919.406
Rp2.523.238 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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)
"Staff is very helpful and hotel very clean. Good breakfast options"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is Rp7.063.415 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
Rp7.063.415
Rp9.108.753 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
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! (877 reviews)
"Second time was great again."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
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Where to stay in Zamalek

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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.

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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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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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Maadi

Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city.

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