Heliopolis Travel Guide
Cairo
Visit Heliopolis
Stay near popular Heliopolis attractions
Things to do
Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil
Quad Bike ATV and Nile Dinner Cruise with Belly dancer show
Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch
Day Tour to Coptic & Islamic Cairo with Khan elkhalily
Lost Jewels of Islamic Cairo Sultan Hassan Ibn Tulun, El Moez
Top hotels in Heliopolis
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
"Clean room and hotel. Friendly staff. Extremely convenient when flying. Excellent breakfast."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
"The entire staff were friendly and kind and welcoming. The property has everything, big pool, cushioned seating, towels, food and drinks can be ordered while sitting by the ocean. Water sports- If you decide to ride an inflatable on the water tell them to go slow bc if you say fast you will be holding ..."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Cairo Heliopolis
"Great staff, friendly service, convenient location"
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026
Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
"Very pleasant experience, great location and amazing staff"
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Flamingo Cairo Airport Hotel & Free Airport Pickup
"It’s a nice hotel. Clean. Near the airport and just a short drive from many local activities. The building is relatively new. The restaurant is basic and serviceable with very comfortable seating. It’s a pretty quiet place, which I liked. It’s just a couple of blocks away from the more active streets. ..."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026
Hilton Cairo Heliopolis
Where to stay in 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.
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.
Al Haram
If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Nasr City
Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.
Nazlet El-Semman
Though Nazlet El-Semman may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Giza Pyramid Complex and Sound and Light Theater.
