Eastern Harbour: Alexandria's Sunken History
Discover the submerged history of Alexandria's Eastern Harbour, once home to palaces, temples, and the legendary Pharos Lighthouse.
The Eastern Harbour of Alexandria, once the royal port and heart of Ptolemaic Egypt, now lies submerged beneath the Mediterranean. Explore the underwater remains of palaces, temples, and the legendary Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
A brief summary to Eastern harbor
- 6XP2+M7H, El-Geish Street, El Raml 1, Fleming, Alexandria Governorate, EG
- Visit website
Local tips
- Explore the Corniche, a scenic promenade along the Eastern Harbour, for sea views and a taste of modern Alexandria.
- Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, built in the 15th century, on the site where the Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood.
- Consider a boat tour to get a different perspective of the harbor and the city's coastline.
Getting There
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Walking
From Midan Saad Zaghloul in downtown Alexandria, walk east along the Corniche. The Eastern Harbour will be on your right. Continue along the Corniche to reach various points of interest along the harbor.
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Public Transport
Take the Alexandria tram to a stop along the Corniche. Several tram lines run along the Corniche, providing easy access to the Eastern Harbour. Tram fares are very affordable, typically around 1-5 EGP.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Alexandria. Agree on a fare before starting your journey. A short taxi ride from downtown to the Eastern Harbour should cost approximately 10-30 EGP, depending on the distance and your negotiation skills.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Stanley Bridge
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Al-Marghany Palace
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Alwezara Round Garden
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Church of the Great Martyr Saint Mina
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برج لاشين نصار
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ميدان جليم
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منطقة مقابر مصطفي كامل الأثرية
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Sidi Bishr Mosque
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Nobles of Egypt
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اماكن سياحسة
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Statue of Alexander the Great
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حائط اسكندرية الأثرى القديم
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Alexander den stores grav
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سور اسكندرية القديم
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Alexandria Stadium
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Unmissable attractions to see
National Maritime Museum
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View of Stanley Bridge
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Stanley Beach
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Stanli Beach
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Catacombs of Mostafa Kamel
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Mustafa Kamel Hellenistic Necropolis
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Alex moon open garden
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Art University
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Gleem
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Royal Jewelry Museum, Alexandria
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Jewel Festival
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Mahmoud Said Museum
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عين شمس
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Cornish Sporting
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Alexandria Corniche, Louran
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Essential places to dine
Murano Restaurant & Cafe
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San Giovanni
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Minouche
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Holybelly Official
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Izoya Restaurant
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Nasaya Restaurant & Bar
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Opium
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Ibn Hamido
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Ebn El Balad Restaurant
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Lebanero Resturant &cafe
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Latino Cafe & Resturant
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Signature - The Black Villa...!
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Malakite Restaurant
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Seekh Mashwy
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Corcovado
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
ميراث مصر
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high 5 gift-shop
0.5 km
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Daniel Hechter & Or Outlet
0.6 km
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البازار Elbazar
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Panda store
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Monami Gift Shop
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Max’s Shop
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Nova Zone
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Kidia Store Fleming branch
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The one Store
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Itemz Gift Shop
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Gallery elkamarya
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FASHION HOUSE AFIONA
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Rapo Gift Shop
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TREE
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Costa Coffee
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Sharx Lounge
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The Pint Bar
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Saltana Stanley
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Papa John's Stanley
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McDonald's
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Triple O lounge
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Hooliganseg
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PizzaHut
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Valero lounge
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Bleu
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Lobby Lounge
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Le Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria
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Bar and nightclub Mirage
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Hoodz Lounge
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