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This museum features the items of antiquity collected by John Gayer-Anderson, a British member of the Egyptian civil service in the 1930s and ‘40s,......
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This museum features the items of antiquity collected by John Gayer-Anderson, a British member of the Egyptian civil service in the 1930s and ‘40s, who restored two adjacent 16th- and 17th-century houses decorated with mashrabiyya screens and marble inlays.
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#21 of 124 attractions in Cairo
21 reviews
Attraction type Art Museums; Historic Sites
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- "What a treat!" May 7, 2012
- "A house of history and art lover" Apr 23, 2012
- "A gem in Cairo" Apr 11, 2012
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#22 of 124 attractions in Cairo
24 reviews
This island is located in the Nile River between downtown Cairo and Giza, and is characterized by upscale hotels, restaurants and pleasant gardens.
Attraction type Islands; Neighborhoods
Distance 3.3 miles from city center
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- "An Oasis" May 28, 2012
- "Heaven Found" May 10, 2012
- "Elitist hang out" May 9, 2012
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#23 of 124 attractions in Cairo
21 reviews
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This cultural venue, which is comprised of two opera halls and an open-air theatre, is shared by both the Cairo Ballet Company and the Cairo Opera......
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This cultural venue, which is comprised of two opera halls and an open-air theatre, is shared by both the Cairo Ballet Company and the Cairo Opera Company.
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Attraction type Operas; Ballets
Distance 4.1 miles from city center
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- "nice place to attend concerts" May 24, 2012
- "Nice Hall" May 13, 2012
- "excellent" May 7, 2012
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#24 of 124 attractions in Cairo
250 reviews
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Located in the heart of Islamic Cairo, this busy and colorful open-air bazaar is filled with unique and exotic items from spices and perfumes to......
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Located in the heart of Islamic Cairo, this busy and colorful open-air bazaar is filled with unique and exotic items from spices and perfumes to jewelry and souvenirs.
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Attraction type Flea/ Street Markets; Malls; Architectural Buildings
Distance 3.7 miles from city center
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- "Full of sight and sounds of Islamic Cairo" May 24, 2012
- "Busy and crowded but worth it" May 20, 2012
- "What a maze... but watch your wallet" May 8, 2012
#25 of 124 attractions in Cairo
8 reviews
Attraction type Dams
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- "If staying more than two days in Cairo, consider..." May 12, 2012
- "Best nilometre" May 7, 2012
- "Interesting Architecture" Apr 18, 2012
#26 of 124 attractions in Cairo
15 reviews
Closed for renovations
Attraction type History Museums; Art Museums
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- "A must see if you're interested in Islamic..." Apr 3, 2012
- "If Islamic art interests, this is a musts-see" Mar 31, 2012
- "The Museum of Islamic Srts" Mar 29, 2012
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#27 of 124 attractions in Cairo
154 reviews
Memphis was the ancient capital of Egypt during the Middle Kingdom. It is believed that the Nile at one time flowed closer to this site, but changed its course, making a move to... more »
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
Distance 3.3 miles from city center
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- "Interesting and boring at the same time..." May 8, 2012
- "The capital of Egypt BEFORE Cairo" May 7, 2012
- "Not much to see but worth a look" May 5, 2012
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#28 of 124 attractions in Cairo
14 reviews
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This church, originally built in the ancient fortress of Babylon in Old Cairo around 4th century AD, derives its name from its location suspended......
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This church, originally built in the ancient fortress of Babylon in Old Cairo around 4th century AD, derives its name from its location suspended above two Roman gate towers.
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Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
Distance 1.0 miles from city center
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- "Such a surprise." May 20, 2012
- "Beautiful" May 7, 2012
- "Amazing tile and art work" Apr 18, 2012
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#29 of 124 attractions in Cairo
8 reviews
The Mosque of al-Rifai was founded in 1819 and never finished until 1912. The interior is furnished with many splendid tombs including those of King Farouk, and the last Shah of... more »
Attraction type Religious Sites
Distance 3.3 miles from city center
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- "One of the grandest mosques ever built" May 15, 2012
- "great place" May 7, 2012
- "Islamic Cairo" Feb 16, 2012
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#30 of 124 attractions in Cairo
20 reviews
Heliopolis One of the most attractive and pleasant areas of Cairo Photos: Baghdad Street, Korba - Heliopolis Heliopolis is a suburb of Cairo, close to the Airport... more »
Attraction type Neighborhoods
Distance 3.6 miles from city center
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- "A different view from Islamic Cairo" May 24, 2012
- "When newer Cairo was built" May 4, 2012
- "City stars" Apr 26, 2012
#31 of 124 attractions in Cairo
140 reviews
So you're in Cairo and you've seen the Pyramids in daylight. If you want a different perspective, the Sound and Light Show gives you a chance to see them illuminated in the... more »
Attraction type Performances
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- "Atmospheric, stunning..." May 19, 2012
- "Egypt history" May 4, 2012
- "Outstanding" Apr 26, 2012
#32 of 124 attractions in Cairo
7 reviews
Attraction type Monuments/ Statues
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- "A trip which is a must see" May 8, 2012
- "Amazing" May 7, 2012
- "Step Pyramid" Apr 18, 2012
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#33 of 124 attractions in Cairo
8 reviews
Attraction type Religious Sites
Distance 3.2 miles from city center
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- "Large, quiet, but modernized" Apr 28, 2012
- "Amazing" Mar 5, 2012
- "Nice architecture." Feb 29, 2012
#34 of 124 attractions in Cairo
14 reviews
The Coptic Museum is one of the most interesting museums you can visit while you are in Cairo. It's located in between the old Cairo where you can visit the old hanging chruch and... more »
Attraction type Art Museums
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- "Ladies - do not go alone." Apr 25, 2012
- "Main Entrance worth the price of admission" Apr 18, 2012
- "Fantastic museum, well worth visiting" Apr 9, 2012
#35 of 124 attractions in Cairo
26 reviews
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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- "Revolution square :)" Apr 29, 2012
- "The symbol of 25th January Revolution" Apr 23, 2012
- "Tahrir Square" Apr 20, 2012
#36 of 124 attractions in Cairo
2 reviews
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
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- "Another superb Old Kingdom tomb" Apr 3, 2012
- "Mastaba of Kagemni AND Nikau-isesi" Mar 25, 2012
#37 of 124 attractions in Cairo
5 reviews
The Pyramid of Menkaure (Mycerinus in Greek) is the last great pyramid to built on the Giza Plateau. Smaller than the other two, a 12th century Cairo Sultan tried to dismantle... more »
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
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- "If you want to go inside the pyramids - go in..." Apr 7, 2012
- "Mikerinos" Feb 16, 2012
- "Giza's smallest Pyramid: Definitely worth a..." Jun 16, 2011
#38 of 124 attractions in Cairo
14 reviews
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Many magnificent funerary complexes are located here including the Mosque of Qaitbey (completed in 1474 AD), the Complex of Sultan Ashraf Barsbey and......
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Many magnificent funerary complexes are located here including the Mosque of Qaitbey (completed in 1474 AD), the Complex of Sultan Ashraf Barsbey and the Mausoleum of Ibn Barquq.
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Attraction type Cemeteries
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- "Probably the most fascinating place in Cairo" Mar 31, 2012
- "Fascinating to see old tombs become a modern town..." Mar 30, 2012
- "Gloomy" Feb 16, 2012
#39 of 124 attractions in Cairo
1 review
Khalil Musuem, formal name "Musuem of Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil and his wife", is probably the most important modern art musuem in Egypt. It is situated in Guiza, Charles De Guelles... more »
Attraction type Art Museums
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- "Not open" May 12, 2012
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#40 of 124 attractions in Cairo
2 reviews
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 3.3 miles from city center
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- "Amazing Place" Dec 24, 2011
- "Heart of Medieval Cairo" Dec 23, 2011
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