The 5th Settlement 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.

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.

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.
Things to do

CAC Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge & EAS (International Departures)

Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

VIP Heritage Tour: Explore Papyrus,Bazaars,Carpets,Cotton &Spices

All Inclusive Day Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Cairo Day Tour St.Simon monastery and Pharaonic Village
Top hotels in The 5th Settlement

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Staff was helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
The quality of the Marriott was above and beyond! The food and drinks were excellent but way overpriced. Go out and visit the local seen. Food and drinks are way less than half of the price. Beautiful hotel with very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Everything was great
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Breakfast was good. Service was average. Rooms were spacious and clean. Noise from outside dogs barking, cars honking was non stop. The interconnected rooms, though closed off, neighbours were smoking and it kept coming into our rooms. I would not stay here again
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
The room was terrific and cleaned twice a day. The front desk made my 60th birthday very special with a room upgrade, gifts, flowers, and cake. We added on the buffet which was excellent and filling. We also added the club lounge access which was very satisfying to come back to after a long day in ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The 5th Settlement

Al Rehab
Al Rehab might not have many top sights, but Rehab Mall 1 and GoKart Egypt are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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.

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.

Al-Khalifa
While visiting Al-Khalifa, you might make a stop by sights like Cairo Citadel and Monastery of Saint Simon.

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.
