Title: Visit Old Cairo: Best of Old Cairo, Cairo Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Old Cairo](https://expedia.ca/Old-Cairo-Cairo-Hotels.0-n6069792-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cairo](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairo.d178243.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cairo](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cairo.d178243.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Old Cairo Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Old-Cairo.d6069792.Car-Rental-Guide)[Old Cairo Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Old-Cairo.d6069792.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Old Cairo ## Cairo ![Take a trip down the Nile and imagine how far it floats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/84e30e24-46b0-4c6a-ab35-6ef89c3d6c8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Take a trip down the Nile and imagine how far it floats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/84e30e24-46b0-4c6a-ab35-6ef89c3d6c8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The magnificent artwork on the #OldRomanWalls is brilliant. @takemyhearteverywhere #Trover #MiddleEast #Egypt @theworldthrumyeyes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069792/6441a98d-c154-4fe8-b7c4-9d359f507f92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nile River sunsets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069792/3f822e25-9d9a-44e2-a4df-fb68b7e9abd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The best falafel in the entire world. Seriously. No joke. A small restaurant right when you pass through the gates to get in to the Coptic Museum/ Hanging Church streets. The owner will beckon you in. He will also give you directions and recommendations for the churches. When you are finished, stop at his restaurant. The tahini is also spectacular. Its likely that he will also give you free delicious Egyptian tea. He cooks the falafel fresh for you, and they are piping hot and fantastic. #Culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069792/48610ada-219e-4f1a-9f7f-a0cb6eb5057c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Old Cairo Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cairo travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cairo.dx178243) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Public cathedral coptic egyptian church at the sky background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073075/9a79c99a-bca1-4337-81ab-abc90948fa8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Hanging Church The Hanging Church is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Hanging-Church-Old-Cairo.d6073075.Vacation-Attraction) ![The arabic style frontage of Coptic Museum in Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073087/10b7b1db-c8cd-4134-985e-d2ef52aa6bbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coptic Museum You can study the exhibits at Coptic 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Coptic-Museum-Old-Cairo.d6073087.Vacation-Attraction) ![Manial Palace of Prince Mohammed Ali. Guests Hall with wooden ornate ceiling, wooden ornate door, lanterns, colorful ornate couches, tea tables and ornate carpet, Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532406195/d1573694-97f3-4557-8fd1-96e455febdfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manial Palace You can study the exhibits at Manial Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cairo. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Manial-Palace-Old-Cairo.d553248621532406195.Vacation-Attraction) ![The magnificent artwork on the #OldRomanWalls is brilliant. @takemyhearteverywhere #Trover #MiddleEast #Egypt @theworldthrumyeyes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069792/6441a98d-c154-4fe8-b7c4-9d359f507f92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coptic Cairo Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Coptic Cairo. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Coptic-Cairo-Old-Cairo.d947435097398054912.Vacation-Attraction) ![Royal era historic Manasterly Palace with beautiful elegant carved frames on green wall with ornate borders, floral decorated ceiling, chandelier, narrow windows, and marble floor, Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532482167/2de03f71-a906-40d6-9c37-daab7ad88483.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manasterly Palace Enjoy a show at Manasterly Palace, a storied theater in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Manasterly-Palace-As-Sajil.d553248621532482167.Vacation-Attraction) #### Babylon Fortress You can learn about the history of Cairo with a trip to Babylon Fortress. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Babylon-Fortress-Old-Cairo.d6073103.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside Pyramids](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1294255/cbca6d43-6131-4245-a381-f1d5a9ec0496.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,inside Pyramids|Tombs CA $30 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/best-vip-private-tour-giza-pyramids.a1294255.activity-details) ![cairo dinner cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1305822/76953037-586e-482a-b4f1-b2d6261e9604.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Belly Dancing and Hotel Transfer CA $19 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nile-dinner-cruise-in-cairo-with-belly-dancing-and-hotel-transfer.a1305822.activity-details) ![Picture 15 for Activity Cairo: Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4811269/e1b5efd7-8ba5-4b07-b960-04021cb9901e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairo: Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment CA $31 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cairo-dinner-cruise-on-the-nile-river-with-entertainment.a4811269.activity-details) ![Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1289887/40a7a8e8-c26a-4e79-965f-36c4c66885ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car CA $68 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-alexandria-from-cairo-by-private-car.a1289887.activity-details) ![Giza Pyramids Adventure Tours on ATV Quad Bike Ride in Desert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1059931/c0d7cdba-3c61-4b7e-9efb-e41cea6cdf50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Giza Pyramids Adventure Tours With ATV Quad Bike Ride in Desert CA $41 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/giza-pyramids-adventure-tours-with-atv-quad-bike-ride-in-desert.a1059931.activity-details) ![From Cairo: 4x4 Desert Safari with Sandboarding & Camel Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3030714/636cc8b8-5762-44da-a64e-1767fdcf678e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Cairo: 4x4 Desert Safari with Sandboarding, Magic Lake & BBQ Lunch CA $157 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-cairo-4x4-desert-safari-with-sandboarding.a3030714.activity-details) [See all activities in Cairo](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cairo.d178243.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Old Cairo Hotel Deals ![Hilton Cairo Grand Nile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/973300/973238/82555f95_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairo Grand Nile Corniche El Nil, Garden City Cairo CA $157 CA $202 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 7.6/10 Good! (795 reviews) Rooms are older but if you select a room with a view it’s the best in Cairo Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=973238&PinnedHotelID=973238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6069792) ![Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78290000/78283300/78283212/0a02e14a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG 29A Nile Corniche, Maadi Cairo Cairo Governorate CA $152 CA $222 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tahrir Square and Khan el-Khalili are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews) Nice room. A few problems. Didn’t have the couch made into a bed. The tipping culture is beyond crazy. Every person wants a tip for doing anything at all Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=78283212&PinnedHotelID=78283212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6069792) ![Le Méridien Cairo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6457000/6456907/384b14b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Méridien Cairo Airport Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo CA $209 CA $275 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,134 reviews) Staff was helpful. 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(837 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=17162680&PinnedHotelID=17162680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6069792) ![Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74690000/74687900/74687878/64c078d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile Cairo Cairo CA $184 CA $238 total Mar 13 - Mar 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (214 reviews) 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 Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=74687878&PinnedHotelID=74687878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6069792) ![Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2100/2030/ef3e022a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino Galaa Square Giza CA $203 CA $261 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_6069792) ## Check Old Cairo hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6069792&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07)[Mar 6 - Mar 7](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6069792&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6069792&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08)[Mar 7 - Mar 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6069792&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6069792&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6069792&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Old Cairo ![#history Originally Beit El Kertlia, this historic home has so many grand rooms, ornate decor, beautiful courtyards, gardens and and my favorite part, the rooftop (you can see Ibn Tulum mosque from here). ⁣ ⁣ One of the many interesting features in this house, is an indoor well, it is in the first room you can enter to your right. They say if you stare closely down the well, you'll see the face of your lover staring back at you](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/40e8e3f3-e042-4fa3-a95f-cc61a7789116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### As-Sayidah Zaynab If you're spending time in As-Sayidah Zaynab, check out sights like Townhouse Gallery or Gayer-Anderson Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sayyeda Zeinab Station or Saad Zaghloul Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-As-Sayidah-Zaynab.dx553248635967617114) ![Mosque Sultan Hassan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000665106/3e9a61e5-9bc5-4a7f-bb84-3a5d918dcf22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Garden City Uncover some of the top draws of Garden City like its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Garden-City.dx3000665106) ![Overlooking the Nile River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/4907e6bf-a39d-49d5-8ac5-1d2ef9e9779a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Qasr an-Nil If you're spending time in Qasr an-Nil, check out sights like Tahrir Square or Egyptian Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Qasr-An-Nil.dx553248635967542772) ![Abdeen Palace, a residence of the President of Egypt - Cairo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073099/e3d837e9-0ee6-4aa3-b3da-0e47283ebbb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Abdin.dx553248635967542768) ![يممم يممم .. حمام ومشويات وورق عنب وبتاع كلوو ياباشا 😍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/a37a7f39-21af-420b-bc15-b8b5b0cf6d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Al Duqqi 3.5/5(12 area reviews) Al Duqqi is well-liked for its museums and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Orman Botanical Gardens and Agricultural Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Dokki Station or Behooth Station to get around. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Al-Duqqi.dx3000665081) ![Panoramic view of central Cairo skyline at night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069794/e449ae1e-a79f-4522-b8c9-19c7d16e2644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cairo 4/5(71 area reviews) Dive into the rich architectural heritage of 19th-century European Beaux-Arts and Egyptian-Islamic-Moorish Revival styles. Indulge in Groppi's famous ice cream or visit the renowned Café Riche on Talaat Harb Street. 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