What's Islamic Cairo Like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of town to visit, look no further than Islamic Cairo. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Bab al-Futuh and Qalawun Complex. There's plenty more to see, including Khan el-Khalili and Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Islamic Cairo?
Listed below is our travelers' favorite place to stay in Islamic Cairo:
Arabian Nights Hotel
City-center hotel- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Rooftop terrace • 24-hour front desk
How to Get to Islamic Cairo
Flying to:
- Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Islamic Cairo
- Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from Islamic Cairo
Things to See and Do in and around Islamic Cairo
What to See in Islamic Cairo
- Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein
- Al-Azhar Mosque
- Al-Azhar University
- Al-Azhar Park
- Sharia al-Muski
Things to Do in Islamic Cairo
- Khan el-Khalili
- Heleal Stones
- Carpet & Clothes Market
- Tentmakers Market
Other Popular Islamic Cairo Attractions
- Midan Hussein Mosque
- Bab al-Futuh
- Fishawi’s Coffeehouse
- Bein al-Qasreen
- Qalawun Complex