Cairo

A curated guide to Cairo, Egypt: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. The Grand Egyptian Museum 4.7★ (22,000 reviews) · Archaeological museum
  2. The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization 4.7★ (30,000 reviews) · Museum
  3. Mosque of Muhammad Ali 4.7★ (7,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. The Great Pyramid of Giza 4.7★ (32,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Saladin Citadel 4.6★ (35,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Abdeen Palace Museum 4.6★ (14,000 reviews) · Historical place museum
  7. Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo 4.6★ (6,200 reviews) · Art museum
  8. Prince Mohamed Ali Palace (Manial Palace) and Egyptian Museum of Musical Instruments 4.6★ (9,200 reviews) · Historical landmark

Where to eat

  1. Al Khal Egyptian Restaurant 4.8★ (2,400 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. il Nilo 4.8★ (16,000 reviews) · Italian
  3. LUUMA 4.7★ (15,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Holm Cafe 4.5★ (2,500 reviews) · Cafe
  5. Crimson Bar & Grill 4.4★ (4,300 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Oldish ( Restaurant & Cafe ) 4.3★ (7,600 reviews) · Cafe
  7. Khan El Khalili Restaurant & Naguib Mahfouz Cafe 4.2★ (4,900 reviews) · Cafe
  8. Dahabiya Cairo 4.7★ (1,400 reviews) · Restaurant

Where to drink

  1. Stage One Lounge & Bar 4.3★ (904 reviews) · Bar
  2. Disco cash cairo by Magnum Nights 4.9★ (293 reviews) · Disco club
  3. OPIA Lounge & Bar 4.3★ (745 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  4. Bar'Oro 4.8★ (158 reviews) · Bar
  5. Jazz Bar 4.5★ (332 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Cairo?

With 20 notable sights and 18 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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