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Landmarks in Cairo

Discover the best landmarks in Cairo. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

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egypt/cairo/landmark/the-egyptian-museum-in-cairo

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

Explore over 120,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts in the heart of Cairo, from royal mummies to Tutankhamun's treasures, at the iconic Egyptian Museum.

El-Tahrir Square, Ismailia, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 4272083
4.5 Excellent 52,489 reviews
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قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي

Explore the historic Saladin Citadel in Cairo, a medieval fortress with mosques, museums, and panoramic city views from the Mokattam Hills.

27H6+G27, Privet Entrance Bel Kalaa, Al Abageyah, El Khalifa, Cairo Governorate 4252360
4.6 Excellent 26,625 reviews
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Khan el-Khalili

Explore Cairo's historic Khan el-Khalili bazaar: a vibrant marketplace with unique souvenirs, spices, and traditional Egyptian crafts since 1382.

El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331302
4.4 Very Good 61,875 reviews
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Cairo Tower

Experience Cairo from above at this iconic tower, offering 360-degree views and a unique glimpse into Egypt's modern capital.

قصر النيل, Gezira St, Zamalek, Cairo Governorate 11567
4.3 Very Good 25,013 reviews
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Prince Mohamed Ali Palace (Al Manial Palace)

Discover the opulent world of Egyptian royalty at the Prince Mohamed Ali Palace, a unique blend of Islamic art and European elegance.

1 Al Saraya, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4240291
4.6 Excellent 7,621 reviews
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Abdeen Palace Museum

Explore the opulent Abdeen Palace Museum in Cairo, a window into Egypt's royal history and stunning architecture.

26VW+7VP، شارع جمعه عابدين،, El-Gomhoreya Square, Rahbet Abdin, Abdeen, Cairo Governorate
4.5 Excellent 11,352 reviews
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Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo

Explore a vast collection of Islamic art & artifacts at Cairo's Museum of Islamic Art, showcasing centuries of cultural heritage and artistic brilliance.

Port Said, Ghayt Al Adah, Al-Darb Al-Ahmar, Cairo Governorate 11638
4.6 Excellent 4,825 reviews
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The Hanging Church

Explore the rich history and stunning architecture of The Hanging Church, a pivotal site of Coptic heritage in the heart of Old Cairo.

Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001
4.7 Excellent 6,224 reviews
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Ibn Tulun Mosque

Explore Cairo's oldest mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture with a unique spiral minaret and serene atmosphere.

Ahmed Ibn Tolon Sq., Tolon, El Sayeda Zeinab, Cairo Governorate 4261342
4.7 Excellent 4,001 reviews
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Amr ibn Al-A'as Masjid Jama

Visit the Amr ibn Al-A'as Mosque, the first mosque in Egypt and Africa, a landmark of Islamic history and architecture in Old Cairo.

الكفور ميدان جامع, Sidey Hassan Al Anwar, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate
4.7 Excellent 10,168 reviews
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Al-Hakim Mosque

Explore the majestic Al-Hakim Mosque in Cairo, a historical and architectural gem reflecting the grandeur of the Fatimid dynasty.

154 Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331215
4.7 Excellent 9,332 reviews
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Gayer-Anderson Museum

Explore a captivating blend of Islamic art and Ottoman-era architecture in two historic Cairene houses, once home to a passionate British collector.

27H2+87Q، أحمد بن طولون طولون، As Sayedah, El Sayeda Zeinab
4.6 Excellent 1,635 reviews
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Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church

Discover the ancient Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church in Old Cairo, a sacred site where the Holy Family found refuge.

264J+G77, Mari Gerges, Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001
4.7 Excellent 1,621 reviews
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Qalawun Complex

Explore the Qalawun Complex in Cairo: a 13th-century Mamluk masterpiece with a mosque, madrasa, and mausoleum showcasing Islamic art and architecture.

27X6+Q94, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331154
4.7 Excellent 955 reviews
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Bab al-Futuh

Explore Bab al-Futuh, a majestic Fatimid-era gate in Cairo, showcasing Islamic military architecture and a glimpse into the city's rich history.

El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331601
4.6 Excellent 7,466 reviews
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Habib Pasha El-Sakakini Palace

Discover Cairo's hidden gem: The Sakakini Palace, a stunning example of Rococo architecture with a rich history and intricate design.

Al Sakakini Sq., As Sakakeni, Daher, Cairo Governorate 11563
4.4 Very Good 4,931 reviews
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Bab Zuweila

Explore Bab Zuweila, one of Cairo's last remaining medieval gates, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into the city's rich history.

27V5+34J, محمد علي، الدرب الأحمر،،, Al-Darb Al-Ahmar, Cairo Governorate
4.7 Excellent 1,902 reviews
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Manasterly Palace

Discover the Manasterly Palace in Cairo: A blend of Islamic and European architecture, showcasing Egypt's rich history and culture on the Nile.

1 El-Malek El-Saleh, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4240101
4.2 Very Good 838 reviews
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Mohamed Ali mosque

A majestic Ottoman mosque in Cairo's Citadel, offering stunning views and a glimpse into Egypt's modern history and Islamic art.

27H5+JQP, Al Abageyah, El Khalifa, Cairo Governorate 4252360
4.8 Excellent 236 reviews
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Qasr Al-Nil Statues

Iconic bronze lions guarding Cairo's Qasr Al-Nil Bridge, connecting history and culture on the Nile since 1933. A symbol of strength and resilience.

26VJ+JM6, Qasr Ad Dobarah, الزمالك، Cairo Governorate 4272080
4.6 Excellent 2,317 reviews
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Sulayman Agha al-Silahdar Mosque

Explore the Sulayman Agha al-Silahdar Mosque, a historical gem in Cairo's El-Gamaleya, showcasing a fusion of Ottoman and Cairene artistry.

3726+XQR, Haret Beregwan, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331165
4.6 Excellent 311 reviews
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Sabil-Kuttab of Abdel Rahman Katkhuda

A historic Cairo landmark blending Mamluk & Ottoman architecture, offering a glimpse into the city's artistic and charitable past.

2 Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331403
4.6 Excellent 141 reviews
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El- Tahrir Square

Experience the pulse of Cairo in Tahrir Square, a historic landmark and symbol of Egyptian resilience, surrounded by museums and cultural treasures.

El-Tahrir Square, محطة السادات، Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 11512
4.5 Excellent 552 reviews
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Synagogue Ben Ezra

Explore Egypt's oldest synagogue in Old Cairo, a historical treasure trove with a blend of Jewish, Islamic, and Coptic influences and the famed Cairo Geniza.

264J+7CV, Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001
4.4 Very Good 203 reviews
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Wasila Historical House

Explore the beautifully restored Wasila Historical House in Cairo's El-Darb El-Ahmar, a window into Ottoman-era architecture and Cairene life.

4 Zoukak Al Kasr, El-Darb El-Ahmar, Al-Darb Al-Ahmar, Cairo Governorate 4293070
4.4 Very Good 57 reviews
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Saint Barbara Church Complex

Explore the historic Saint Barbara Church Complex in Old Cairo, a treasure trove of Coptic art and architecture dating back to the 5th century.

264J+CGP, Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001
4.8 Excellent 140 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/ablaq-palace

Ablaq Palace

Explore the lost Ablaq Palace in Cairo's Citadel, a testament to Mamluk artistry and power, now an archaeological mystery.

27H5+FJM, Passage Inside Salah Al Din, Al Abageyah, El Khalifa, Cairo Governorate 4252360
4.6 Excellent 43 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/clock-tower

برج الساعة

Explore برج الساعة in Old Cairo: A historical clock tower offering a glimpse into Egypt's rich heritage and culture.

26HH+FVF, Al Saraya, Al Manyal Ash Sharqi, Old Cairo, Giza Governorate 4240291
4.4 Very Good 17 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/townhouse-gallery

Townhouse Gallery

Cairo's pioneering independent art space, showcasing contemporary Egyptian art and fostering cultural exchange in the heart of the city.

10 Hussein Basha Al Meamari, Marouf, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 4272141
4.5 Excellent 274 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/behler-corridor

Behler Corridor

Explore Cairo's Behler Corridor: A historical landmark offering a unique glimpse into the city's architectural and cultural heritage.

1 Balmar Passage, Bab Al Louq, Abdeen, Cairo Governorate 4280150
4.8 Excellent 22 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/roman-tower

Roman Tower

Explore the ancient Roman Tower in Old Cairo, a historic landmark easily accessible and offering a glimpse into Egypt's Roman past.

264H+9XC Mar Girgis, Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001
4.2 Very Good 16 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/medan-salah-al-din

ميدان صلاح الدين

استكشف ميدان صلاح الدين في القاهرة: نقطة التقاء التاريخ والثقافة والجمال المعماري الإسلامي.

٤٠ شارع كليوباترا, ميدان صلاح الدين، الدرب الأحمر، قسم الخليفة، محافظة القاهرة‬،
4.6 Excellent 17 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/old-historic-mosque

Old historic mosque

Discover Cairo's Islamic heritage at this historic mosque, a serene landmark in the heart of El-Gamaleya.

373J+HH8, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4420522
4.6 Excellent 32 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/historic-mosque

مسجد تاريخي

Explore the Historical Mosque, a stunning architectural marvel in Cairo that embodies the rich cultural heritage and spiritual essence of Egypt.

16 Al Ashmawi, Ghayt Al Adah, Abdeen, Cairo Governorate 4283021
4.8 Excellent 4 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/sour-al-qahira-al-shamali

سور القاهرة الشمالي

Explore the historic Northern Cairo Wall, a testament to Fatimid military architecture and Islamic Cairo's rich heritage.

3738+7Q2, Al Banhawi, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331611
4.4 Very Good 13 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/sabeel-wa-kitab-al-sitt-salihah

سبيل وكتاب الست صالحة

Explore سبيل وكتاب الست صالحة in Cairo: a historic sabil and kuttab showcasing unique Ottoman-era architecture and cultural heritage.

Port Said, Al Hanafi, El Sayeda Zeinab, Cairo Governorate 4263061
3.3 Average 4 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/old-house-gallery

Old House Gallery

Discover contemporary Egyptian art in an intimate setting at the Old House Gallery, nestled in Cairo's vibrant Zamalek district.

138of, 26th of July Corridor, Al Gabalayah, Zamalek, Cairo Governorate 4270110
3.9 Good 8 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/house-alqadi

house alqadi

Explore House Alqadi in Cairo's Al-Gamaleya district: a historic gem showcasing Islamic architecture and offering a serene cultural experience.

8 Haret Qard, الجمالية،، قسم الجمالية،، Cairo Governorate 4331401
3.5 Good 2 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/sh-imad-al-din

ش عماد الدين

Explore Emad El-Deen Street in Cairo, a historic landmark blending art, commerce, and unique architecture in the heart of the city's downtown.

14 Emad El-Deen, Oraby, Al Azbakeya, Cairo Governorate 4320110
4.5 Excellent 6 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/Rabat-Al-Athar

رباط الأثار

Explore رباط الأثار in Old Cairo: A historical landmark with relics dating back to the Mamluk era, offering a serene glimpse into Egypt's past.

885 كورنيش النيل، الخوخة والقناية، قسم مصر القديمة، محافظة القاهرة‬ 4241110،
1 Poor 1 reviews
egypt/cairo/landmark/sikat-alnabawiyah

سكة النبوية

Discover the historical essence of Cairo at Sekat Al Nabawia, where the past meets the present in a vibrant cultural tapestry.

44 Sekat Al Nabawia, Taht Al Raba', Al-Darb Al-Ahmar, Cairo Governorate 4291010
4.5 Excellent 2 reviews

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