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7 Best Things To Do in Cairo, Egypt 👇

1.The Pyramids and Great Sphinx of Giza

Pyramids are royal tombs, and Egypt counts 138 of them! Discoveries, like mummies, are still done in this area.The Great Sphinx of Giza is a giant limestone statue showing a mythical creature with the head of a human and the body of a lion. The iconic symbol of Egypt and a real must-see while visiting Egypt.

2. Wander at the world’s oldest open-air market

Experience the sounds and smells at one of the world’s oldest open-air markets. The Khan El-Khalili souk is a maze filled with spices, food, clothing, leather bags, jewelry, and antiques.

3. Get a real Egyptian meal on Gezira Island

Gezira Island is the coolest neighborhood in Cairo. Young, creative Egyptians occupy the area. The authentic buildings with galleries surrounded by the water of the Nile River is a calm escape from the busy city life on the mainland. Visiting Gezira is one of the best things to do in Cairo.

4. Mosque of Ibn Tulun – surprising thing to do in Cairo

In the middle of a non-touristy neighborhood surrounded by dusty roads is one of the most beautiful mosques of Cairo, the Ibn Tulun Mosque. A large mosque still having all its old details.

5. Back in time at the Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is home to the world’s greatest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. You can even see real preserved mummies in the mummy. It is a highly recommended thing to do in Cairo. Plan about spending 2 – 4 hours in the museum.

Pro tip: Visit in the afternoon, tickets are cheaper and it is less crowded.

6. The Hanging Church

Built on top of an ancient Roman fortress is the reason why it is named ‘The Hanging Church’. The Roman church with beautiful ornaments and mosaic paintings is still in use. In fact, 10% of the population in Egypt is Christian.

7. The Mosque of Muhammad Ali

The impressive limestone mosque is a beautiful site to visit for a couple of hours and has a view overlooking the entire city.