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Guide to Cairo

A trip from June 11, 2008 to June 18, 2008, travelling to Cairo, Giza
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06/11/2008 to 06/18/2008
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Unscheduled - Cairo

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Cairo

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City
Cairo, Egypt
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Egyptian Museum

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Founded in 1858 by French archeologist Auguste Mariette (whose tomb is in the museum's garden), the giant salmon-col …
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Tahrir Square
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 579 6974
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Al-Refa'i Mosque

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It may look like the partner of the Sultan Hassan Mosque next door, but half a century separates their construction …
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Al-Refa'i Mosque
El-Qalaa Street
Cairo, Egypt
+20 (0)2 391 3454 (Tourist Information)
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An-Nasir Mohammed Mosque

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Built between 1318 and 1335, this was once the main mosque of the Citadel. Although neglected for a long time (it on …
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An-Nasir Mohammed Mosque
The Citadel
Cairo, Egypt
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Pyramid of Unas

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This Pyramid could easily be ignored for it resembles a pile of dirt and rubble. Although the exterior is rather sha …
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Saqqara
Cairo, 12561
Egypt
+20 2 285 4509 (Tourist Information)
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Islamic Cairo

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Tucked away amid the modern urban area of Cairo lies one of the world's oldest Islamic cities, with its famous …
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Islamic Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
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Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino

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Built around a 19th-century palace on an island in the Nile River, the Marriott Cairo Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino …
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Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino
16 Saraya Al Gezira St., Zamalek
Cairo, 11211
Egypt
2-2728-3000
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Museum of Islamic Ceramics

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This museum is located in the splendid palace of Prince Ibrahim which, appropriately enough, is an impressive exampl …
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Prince Ibrahim's Palace
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 736 8672
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Al Dente

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Inexpensive and cosy, this tiny restaurant in a quiet residential neighbourhood has a dedicated clientele of young …
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Al Dente
26 Bahgat Ali Street
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 735 9117
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River Boat

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A panoramic view of the city across the Nile is just one of the many draws of this popular grill and seafood cafe …
Restaurant
Saray El-Gezira Street
Cairo, 11221
Egypt
+20 2 735 6730
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Al-Nil Fish Restaurant

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Great seafood doesn't have to be expensive. Head downtown to stuff yourself silly.
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25 Al-Boustan Street
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 794 0042
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Omda (Al)

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Where do locals go when they want good Egyptian fare? To see the omda (village mayor) of course. Look for his …
Restaurant
6 El-Gazayer Street
Cairo, NY 11435
Egypt
+20 2 346 2701
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Poire (La)

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This is the original store of the ubiquitous sweet and pastry shop chain.
Restaurant
1 Latin America Street
Cairo, IL 62914
Egypt
+20 2 795 1509
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Omar's

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Providing great food and service for up to a hundred guests at a time is no easy task, but Omar's performs it …
Restaurant
Marriott Hotel
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 340 8888
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In 110 trips

Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

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A retreat from the sun in summer, in milder winter temperatures it's even easier to lose a day wandering this this s …
Shopping
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Off Hussein Square
Cairo, 11211
Egypt
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Select

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An excellent place to visit if you are looking to splash some serious cash on that special someone. There is a super …
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27B Baghdad Street
Cairo, 11341
Egypt
+20 2 415 4202
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Safa (El)

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This Maadi-based shop is well-known for its large selection of antiques and accessories. Dressing tables, thonets …
Shopping
41 Road 7
Cairo, 11728
Egypt
+20 2 350 7948
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In 18 trips

Silver Market

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Khan El-Khali market is, in fact, several markets rolled in to one, with several distinct sections. One of these is …
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El Hussein
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 285 4509 (Tourist information)
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Cairo Jazz Club

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This ultra cool venue, run by the same team behind L'Aubergine and The Fat Black Pussy Cat, is a very popular hangou …
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197, 26th July Street
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 345 9939
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In 40 trips

Fishawi (El)

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Set in the heart of Cairo's most famous bazaar, this venerable tea house has been managed by the same family and has …
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El-Fishawi Alley
Cairo, Egypt
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In 11 trips

Samadi (Al)

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Established over ten years ago, this is one of Cairo's most famous pastry shops. It offers a terrific selection of d …
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Samadi (Al)
44 El Hegaz Street
Cairo, 11771
Egypt
+20 2 428 8459
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In 15 trips

Heliopolis Public Library Movie Theater

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Once a conference hall, this well-equipped elegant cinema is situated in the Heliopolis Public Library. It shows rep …
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Beirut Street and El Orouba Road
Cairo, Egypt
+20 2 290 0044
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Unscheduled - Giza

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Sphinx (The)

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Of all Egypt's monuments, none is as majestic and haunting as the Great Sphinx. It was named as such by the Greeks, …
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Giza Pyramids Plateau
Giza, Egypt
+20 2 383 8823
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