Al-Khalifa Travel Guide
Cairo
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Popular places to visit
Cairo Citadel
Find out about the history of Cairo when you spend time at Cairo Citadel. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Muhammad Ali Mosque
After visiting Muhammad Ali Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Sultan Hussan Mosque
Sultan Hussan Mosque 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.
El Rifai Mosque
El Rifai Mosque 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.
Amir Taz Palace
Amir Taz Palace 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.
El Gawhara (Jewel) Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at El Gawhara (Jewel) Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Private VIP Giza Pyramids Tour + Camel Ride + Skip the Hassle
Cairo: Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment
Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil
Cairo Pyramids & Sphinx Adventure with Camel Ride & Optional ATV
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo
Cairo: Private Pyramids, Museum & Bazaar Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Al-Khalifa
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Needed to be close to airport for early departure. There is a 5 min walking bridge to/from hotel which is great. Hotel is ideal, nice, and well kept. Restaurant by the pool was enjoyable.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
The property was clean and well maintained. The staff were friendly and professional. There are several very good restaurant options as well as room service. We had an excellent stay.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Marriott Mena House Cairo
This hotel is the perfect base to explore the Pyramids at Giza and Saqqara. We used their personalised entrance service to go directly to the pyramids without the usual entrance way which was nice - it’s not a glamorous entrance mind, but it’s very convenient. We also added the additional tour guide ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
This was a short overnight between planes so did not stay for breakfast. Extremely convenient to Cairo airport e.g. 5 minutes and shuttle is every half hour and they provide a system to meet outside the terminal. the staff was very responsive to emails and questions. Would recommend without concern ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Excelente hotel , habitaciones amplias buenos colchones y almohadas
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
Everything was clean and well maintained, and the entire experience felt easy and smooth from start to finish. The staff was kind, welcoming, and always helpful whenever we needed anything. The location was great and made getting around very convenient. Room service food was also really good. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Al-Khalifa
Old Cairo
Old Cairo is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Al-Malek Al-Saleh Station or Mar Girgis Station to explore sights like Manial Palace.
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.
Nasr City
Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, International Park and City Center Shopping Mall are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.
Maadi
Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city.
Al Manial
If you're spending some time in Al Manial, Manial Palace and Nilometer are top sights worth seeing.
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.
