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Cairo

Egypt
Pyramids, Nile sunsets and layered city energy
From UK
5h 00min
Airport โ†’ City
22 km / 40-60 min
Day Budget
GBP 45-95
5h 00min
Flight Time
From London
22 km
Airport Distance
~45 min to centre
EGP
Currency
Egyptian Pound
36 C
Summer
Very hot and dry
GBP 45-95
Day Budget
Mid-range traveller
Oct-Mar
Best Time
Cooler sightseeing weather
Type C/F
Power Plugs
220V ยท UK adapter needed

What to see & do

Giza Pyramids
Ancient wonders on city edge
Al-Azhar Park
Green viewpoint over old Cairo
Egyptian Museum
Pharaonic treasures
Nile Corniche
River promenades and cruises
Khan el-Khalili
Historic bazaar lanes

From airport to city

CAI
Cairo International Airport
Gateway to the city
Cairo airport is northeast of downtown with taxis, ride-hailing and bus options.
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Taxi
Approx. GBP 8-15 depending traffic
45 min
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Ride-hail
App-based services widely used
45 min
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Bus
Public options available but slower
60-75 min

Where to eat

Abou El Sid
Egyptian
Classic

Polished Egyptian cuisine in nostalgic interiors with strong local favourites.

Koshary Abou Tarek
Street Food
Institution

Best-known stop for koshary, Cairo's iconic budget comfort bowl.

Naguib Mahfouz Cafe
Cafe Restaurant
Khan el-Khalili

Atmospheric old-bazaar dining tied to Cairo's literary heritage.

Kazaz
Grill
Downtown

Reliable charcoal-grilled meats and simple local dishes near central Cairo.

Zooba
Modern Egyptian
Casual

Updated Egyptian street food concepts in clean, design-led spaces.

Sequoia
Mediterranean
Nile View

Stylish riverside venue for sunset dinners and evening social atmosphere.

Experiences

Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
Archaeology
GBP 20
3-4 hrs

Essential Cairo outing with time for panoramic desert viewpoints.

Egyptian Museum
Museum
GBP 8
2 hrs

Classic collection of pharaonic artefacts in the historic museum building.

Khan el-Khalili Walk
Market
Free
2 hrs

Navigate historic souk lanes for spices, crafts and tea-house stops.

Nile Dinner Cruise
Boat Tour
GBP 25
2 hrs

Evening river cruise with city lights and entertainment.

Coptic Cairo
Historic
Free
1.5 hrs

Explore churches, museum spaces and layered religious history.

Citadel of Saladin
Landmark
GBP 7
1.5 hrs

Hilltop complex with mosques and broad views over Cairo.

Accommodation

Premium GBP 260+/night
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

Luxury central stay near Tahrir with polished facilities.

Nile views
Pool
High service
Mid-Range GBP 95-140/night
Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir

Practical base close to museums and central transport hubs.

Downtown location
Pool
Reliable comfort
Budget GBP 30-60/night
City View Hotel

Budget-friendly option for short stays focused on core sights.

Museum proximity
Simple rooms
Value

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