Cairo Listing of Activities & Attractions

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Things to do in Cairo

Egyptian Museum
Known for its unparalleled collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun, entry is around 200 Egyptian Pounds for adults, with reduced prices for children and students; additional fees may apply for photographing exhibits.

Great Pyramid of Giza
Known for being the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and its massive stone construction that showcases ancient Egyptian engineering prowess, entry is approximately 200 Egyptian pounds for adult admission to enter the pyramid area, with lower prices for children and additional fees for entering the interior chambers.

Sphinx of Giza
Known for its colossal size, ancient history, and association with the Great Pyramids of Giza, entry is around 200 Egyptian Pounds for adult admission, with discounts available for children and students.

Museum of Islamic Art
Known for it's known for its extensive and diverse collection of Islamic art spanning centuries and different regions, entry is it costs 70 Egyptian Pounds for adults, with discounts available for students and children, and occasional free entry on specific days.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Known for its bustling narrow streets filled with traditional Egyptian crafts, souvenirs, spices, and vibrant cultural atmosphere, entry is free.

Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Known for its impressive Ottoman architecture, large domes, and panoramic views of Cairo from the Citadel, entry is approximately 100 Egyptian pounds for adults, with discounted tickets available for students and children; prices may vary slightly depending on ticket vendor and if combined with Citadel entry fees.

Pharaonic Village
Known for recreating ancient Egyptian life with interactive exhibits and live performances, entry is it costs about 150 Egyptian Pounds for adults, with discounted rates for children and school groups.

Bab Zuweila
Known for its well-preserved medieval Islamic architecture and panoramic views of Cairo from its minarets, entry is it costs about 30 Egyptian pounds for adults, with discounts available for children and students.

Citadel of Saladin
Known for its impressive Islamic military architecture, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and panoramic views of Cairo, entry is around 180 Egyptian Pounds for adults, with discounted prices for children and students available at the entrance.

Al-Azhar Mosque
Known for its rich history as one of the oldest mosques and as a center of Islamic learning in Cairo, entry is free.

Al-Muizz Street
Known for its stunning collection of Islamic architecture and historic monuments lining the street, entry is free.

Cairo Opera House
Known for hosting a wide range of performing arts events including opera, ballet, and concerts in a culturally rich setting, entry is tickets typically range from EGP 100 to EGP 300 depending on the performance; discounts may be available for children and students.

Coptic Cairo
Known for its ancient Christian churches, historical religious sites, and the Coptic Museum showcasing Egypt's Christian heritage, entry is includes entrance fees for major churches and the Coptic Museum, with discounted rates for children and students.

City of the Dead
Known for its combination of ancient Islamic tombs and mausoleums with active residential life within a vast necropolis, entry is it costs around 150 Egyptian Pounds for a guided tour, with no official admission fee but some tours may charge extra for special sites or experiences.

Nilometer
Known for its ancient function of measuring the Nile River's water levels to forecast floods and aid in agricultural planning, entry is around 30 Egyptian pounds for adults, with discounted rates for children and students, making it an affordable historical site to visit.