Old Cairo
Cairo
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Popular places to visit
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.
The Hanging Church
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.
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.
Coptic Cairo
Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Coptic Cairo. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Manasterly Palace
Enjoy a performance at Manasterly Palace, a popular theatre in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Nilometer
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a stop at Nilometer. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Private VIP Giza Pyramids Tour + Camel Ride + Skip the Hassle
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo
From Hurghada: Cairo & Giza Highlights Day Tour
Half Day Tour Giza Pyramids& Great Sphinx with Private Tour Guide
Luxury Nile Dinner Cruise with Entertainment in Cairo
Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil
Top hotels in Old Cairo
Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
"The WiFi was not adequate. I had to use my mobile phone as a hot spot. The TV was old with no HDMI ports. Had to climb over a wall to get into the shower. No alcohol was served anywhere in the hotel. I booked a king bed and got two smaller beds."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG
"We are having a relaxing stay at this hotel. The pool and poolside restaurant are a perfect way to pass a hot Cairo afternoon. Staff is lovely. Hotel is clean. Breakfast was amazing. Would gladly stay again."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
"Excellent 5 stars hotel from every aspect, Top property well maintained, but above all the best staff in all areas of the hotel from the front desk to restaurants to coffee shop to the pool! It is like my time share property in Cairo, excellent massage by the pool by professional and polite Kamar ..."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Marriott Mena House Cairo
"Fantastic view of the pyramids. Well located near the grand Egyptian museum. Really well maintained property"
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
"Helpful staff , very convenient to the airport with the free shuttle . Lovely pool area."
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Cairo
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.
Qasr an-Nil
If you're spending time in Qasr an-Nil, check out sights like Tahrir Square or Egyptian Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.
Abdin
While you're in Abdin, take in top sights like Abdeen Palace or El-Ghuri Wakala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.
Al Duqqi
The museums and live music are just a few things visitors like about Al Duqqi. Orman Botanical Gardens and Agricultural Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Dokki Station or Behooth Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
