Old Cairo
Cairo
Visit Old Cairo
Popular places to visit
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The Hanging Church
Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at The Hanging Church. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
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Coptic Museum
You can study the exhibits at Coptic Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
![Manial Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/cfad65f162e5b0d4c8bebddceb4e3ee5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Manial Palace
You can study the exhibits at Manial Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cairo. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
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Ben Ezra Synagogue
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a stop at Ben Ezra Synagogue. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Babylon Fortress
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a trip to Babylon Fortress. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Monastery and Church of St. George
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a stop at Monastery and Church of St. George. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
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Coptic Cairo Tour: Cave Church of Saint Simon and Old Cairo churches
![Cairo By Big Bus full day From Hurghada](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2898378/7f8d74b7-57c5-4295-9c06-51249a7b191a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cairo By Big Bus full day From Hurghada (Pyramids-sphinx-Egyptian Museum-Lunch)
![4 hours Private Tour Islamic Mosque Coptic Cairo Khan el Khalili](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1121233/ff560a9a-40dc-4a9e-b4fe-1d8efb85e2d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
4 hours Private Tour Islamic Mosque Coptic Cairo Khan el Khalili
![Half Day Tour to The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48582641/fbd97145-8d43-4b2e-9007-d68a9ebb185a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Half Day Tour to The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
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Private Tour: Coptic Cairo, The Hanging Church, Abu Serga, Ben Ezra
Top hotels in Old Cairo
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Reviewed on 5 Feb 2025
![Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6661/5ad22276_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025
![Le Méridien Cairo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6457000/6456907/da90fbb4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025
![Pyramids View inn Bed & Breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5260000/5255100/5255024/5f4758d3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025
![Great Pyramid Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15910000/15900700/15900609/0588ceaf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2025
![Marriott Mena House Cairo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17170000/17162700/17162680/c9d18db7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Cairo
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Garden City
Some popular features of Garden City include its restaurants and museums. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
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Qasr an-Nil
While visiting Qasr an-Nil, you might make a stop by sights like Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum.
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Abdin
While visiting Abdin, you might make a stop by sights like Abdin Palace and Sixth of October Bridge.
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Al Duqqi
You'll enjoy the museums and live music in Al Duqqi. You might want to make time for a stop at Orman Botanical Gardens or Agricultural Museum.
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Islamic Cairo
You'll enjoy the cafes and churches in Islamic Cairo. You might want to make time for a stop at Khan el-Khalili or Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein.
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Downtown Cairo
The interesting museums and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Cairo. A stop by Talaat Harb Street or Egyptian Museum might round out your trip.