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Cairo, Egypt

Things to Do in Cairo

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

Most booked tours and tickets in Cairo

Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

4.93,258 reviews8h
Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids& Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide

Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids& Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide

4.92,638 reviews4h
Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids &Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide

Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids &Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide

4.92,536 reviews4h
Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

4.91,881 reviews7h
VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More

VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More

5.01,782 reviews4h
Giza Pyramids all inclusive,Sphinx,lunch,Camel,insid pyramid

Giza Pyramids all inclusive,Sphinx,lunch,Camel,insid pyramid

4.91,634 reviews4h
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel, ATV Bike, Shopping & Dinner Cruise

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel, ATV Bike, Shopping & Dinner Cruise

5.01,319 reviews12h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Cairo's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Cairo

  1. 1Pyramids of Giza
  2. 2Egyptian Museum
  3. 3Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
  4. 4Islamic Cairo
  5. 5The Sphinx
  6. 6Nile River Cruise
  • Walk Among Ancient Wonders: Stand before the only surviving Ancient Wonder, the Pyramids of Giza, and the enigmatic Sphinx. Explore the vast Saqqara necropolis to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest major stone structure.
  • Immerse in Islamic History: Lose yourself in the UNESCO-listed Islamic Cairo, home to architectural masterpieces like the Al-Azhar Mosque, the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, and the bustling street of Al-Muizz li-Din Allah.
  • Experience Legendary Markets: Dive into the sensory overload of Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, a 14th-century market where you can bargain for spices, perfumes, jewelry, and lanterns, and visit the historic El Fishawi Café.

Tickets and passes in Cairo

Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise

Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise

5.01,177 reviews8h
Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer show

Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer show

4.9835 reviews4h
Giza Pyramids VIP Private Tour ATV Camel Inside Pyramid & Lunch

Giza Pyramids VIP Private Tour ATV Camel Inside Pyramid & Lunch

5.0475 reviews8h

Food and drink experiences in Cairo

Luxury Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Buffet&Live Entertainment

Luxury Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Buffet&Live Entertainment

4.8495 reviews3h
Cairo Food Tour adventures +40 Tastings ( Biggest in Egypt)

Cairo Food Tour adventures +40 Tastings ( Biggest in Egypt)

4.9253 reviews3h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Cairo

Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo

Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo

4.9817 reviews8h
4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

4.7649 reviews96h

Hidden gems in Cairo

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

The Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa)

One of Cairo's oldest and most famous Coptic Christian churches, built atop the gatehouse of a Roman fortress in Old Cairo (Coptic Cairo).

Al-Azhar Park

A stunning 74-acre green space built on a historic rubbish dump, offering panoramic views of Islamic Cairo and the Citadel.

Manial Palace Museum

A unique royal estate on Rhoda Island built by Prince Mohammed Ali Tewfik in the early 20th century, blending Ottoman, Persian, Andalusian, and European styles.

Cairo's City of the Dead (Northern Cemetery)

A vast Islamic necropolis where Mamluk sultans and emirs are buried in monumental, mausoleum complexes.

Moez Street (Al-Muizz li-Din Allah) at Night

The main thoroughfare of Islamic Cairo, beautifully illuminated after dark, when the crowds thin and the medieval architecture is dramatically lit.

Day trips from Cairo

Memphis and Saqqara

About 1 hour by car/taxi from central Cairo

Explore the ancient capital of Memphis and the vast Saqqara necropolis, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser—the world's oldest pyramid—and numerous other tombs and mastabas.

Alexandria

2.5 - 3 hours by train or private car

Discover Egypt's Mediterranean jewel, founded by Alexander the Great. This historic port city offers a different, more relaxed vibe with Greco-Roman ruins and a scenic corniche.

Faiyum Oasis

1.5 - 2 hours by car from Cairo

A lush depression fed by the Nile, Faiyum is known for its waterfalls, lakes, and unique archaeological sites, including the world's oldest paved road and ancient pyramids.

Plan your Cairo trip

Things to do in Cairo: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Cairo?+

Top sights include Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and Islamic Cairo. Away from the crowds, try The Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa) and Al-Azhar Park.

What are the most popular tours in Cairo?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum (4.9 stars, 3,258 reviews); Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids& Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide (4.9 stars, 2,638 reviews); Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids &Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide (4.9 stars, 2,536 reviews).

How much do tours in Cairo cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €8 and €381 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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