Visit Islamic Cairo
Popular places to visit
Khan el-Khalili
You can do some window-shopping at Khan el-Khalili during your trip to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Al-Azhar University
Explore the campus of Al-Azhar University during your trip to Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Al-Azhar Mosque
Al-Azhar Mosque is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein
Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Midan Hussein Mosque
After visiting Midan Hussein Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a trip to Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Cairo Day Tour visit Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil Bazaar
Private Day Tour to Giza Pyramids Sphinx Memphis Saqqara & Dahshur Pyramids
Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Belly Dancing and Hotel Transfer
Giza Pyramids Adventure Tours With ATV Quad Bike Ride in Desert
Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car
The Egyptian Museum, the Citadel, Khan Khalil Bazaar & Old Cairo
Top hotels in Islamic Cairo
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Marriott Mena House Cairo
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Pyramids View inn Bed & Breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Islamic Cairo
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.
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 of the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.
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 of the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.
As-Sayidah Zaynab
While you're in As-Sayidah Zaynab, take in top sights like Townhouse Gallery or Gayer-Anderson Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sayyeda Zeinab Station or Saad Zaghloul Station.
Garden City
Some popular features of Garden City include its restaurants and museums. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
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.
