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Cruises & boat tours
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Tours & day trips
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Weddings & honeymoons
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Attractions
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Shopping & fashion
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What to do in Cairo
Popular places to visit
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Giza Pyramid Complex
You can learn more about the history of Giza when you make a stop at a top site like Giza Pyramid Complex. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
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Great Sphinx of Giza
Learn about the local history of Giza when you spend time at Great Sphinx of Giza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Grand Egyptian Museum
You can study the exhibits at Grand Egyptian Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Giza. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.
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Egyptian Museum
You can study the exhibits at Egyptian Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Pyramid of Khufu
Learn about the local history of Giza with a stop at Pyramid of Khufu. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Tahrir Square
Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Khan el-Khalili
You can do some window-shopping at Khan el-Khalili during your visit to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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Cairo Tower
Cairo Tower is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Giza Plateau
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Giza Plateau during your travels in Giza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Areas of Cairo
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Downtown Cairo
The interesting museums and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Cairo. A stop by Talaat Harb Street or Egyptian Museum might round out your trip.
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Designed by Italian architect with a beautiful, classic European style, the palace was built in 1907 by the Nile River in Zamalek for Princess Aisha Fahmy. It was fully restored and opened to the public two years ago.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab3f7a53cb02b891e50d9070301d548a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Zamalek
Cafes, museums, and historic sites are some highlights of Zamalek. Make a stop by Zamalek Art Gallery or Aquarium Grotto Garden while you're exploring.
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Heliopolis
Travelers come to Heliopolis for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Baron Empain Palace and Tivoli Dome while you're in town.
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Nasr City
You'll enjoy the parks and casinos in Nasr City. You might want to make time for a stop at City Center Shopping Mall or City Stars.
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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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Maadi
Travelers enjoy Maadi for its live music and riverfront. Consider checking out Mostafa Kamel Museum while you're in the area.