Old Cairo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Old Cairo attractions

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The Hanging Church

9.0/10 (339 reviews)
The Hanging Church is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
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Our pick of the best Old Cairo Hotel Deals

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

5 out of 5
Corniche El Nil, Garden City Cairo
The price is AU$215 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$215
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (917 reviews)
"My stay here was good. The hotel was clean but it is very old. The hotel isn't run down but it is really starting to show its age. Pool area was nice! The shuttle for the airport was $80USD per person so I just had the hotel call a regular taxi. That cost was aboout $30"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG

4.5 out of 5
29A Nile Corniche, Maadi Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is AU$219 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
AU$219
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum are located ...
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is AU$702 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$702
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Marriott Mena House Cairo
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is AU$228 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$228
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Cairo Intl. Airport Road, Heliopolis Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is AU$129 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$129
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,179 reviews)
"Very vibrant hotel, great service"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is AU$321 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$321
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It’s good hotel, but still make some maintenance"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Cairo

Find the best Old Cairo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Cairo

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

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Zamalek

Cafes, museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Zamalek. Sights like Zamalek Art Gallery and El Sawy Culture Wheel are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station.

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Nasr City

Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.

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Al Haram

If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Heliopolis

Consider a visit to Serapium and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station.

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