Al-Matariyah Travel Guide
Cairo
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Popular places to visit
Giza Pyramid Complex
You can learn more about the history of Giza when you make a stop at a top site such as Giza Pyramid Complex. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
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.
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.
Pyramid of Khufu
Pyramid of Khufu is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Great Sphinx of Giza
Great Sphinx of Giza is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Tahrir Square
Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience 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-Matariyah
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
An excellent hotel, with many facilities. Extremely clean and pleasant appearance, and excellent, welcoming staff. Reception very welcoming and efficient on arrival, and checkin very quick.We were given a room change at our request, and with availability of rooms with our preferred view, we were ...
Reviewed on 11 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
It’s old and normal hotel. But is fantastic close to the airport and they have shuttle every half an hour
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
The best hotel I have stayed in at all time. Highly recommended. They care about every detail. 10 stars
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-Matariyah
Heliopolis
Consider a visit to Tivoli Dome and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan 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.
Sheraton Al Matar
While there might not be top attractions in Sheraton Al Matar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis.
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.
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.
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.
