Guide to Top Places to Visit in Egypt

Discover must-visit destinations in Egypt, including a special section on Cairo at the end.

Top Places to Visit in Egypt

Citadel of Qaitbay

Citadel of Qaitbay is one of the most important places to visit Egypt. Best time to visit before sunset to get a chance to watch one of the greatest sunset. The fort is huge, beautiful and its location looks over the Mediterranean Sea with an amazing view. The fortress still stands solidly and has magnificent seaside views. Walking around inside is cool and gives great relief from the sun and heat. Entry fee is 150 EGP to see this impressive and important part of history. Security checks are in place. If you came with kids be aware with the steps, and consider there’s a lot of places that do not have safety rails so always keep an eye on the children’s. Don't forget to take the boat ride across the citadel for lovely experience.

Farafra Oasis

Farafra Oasis consists of black desert as well as white desert, Black Desert it consists of sand dunes capped with black volcanic rock and white desert is unique for many reasons the rock formations sandstorms and natural springs. it is located 20 km Northeast of Farafra and 370 km south of Cairo so the area is very famous for naturally formed stores shaped by erosive sandstorms. The Black Desert feels like as if you have arrived on a different planet. the driver will take you past the Black Desert Crystal Mountain and huge rocks of agabet Valley, the next drop will be white desert, admire the rock formations enroute, the landscapes in the western desert appear to be out of this world, the white Desert National Park is home to over 800 animal species where you can spot Barbary sheep, Dorcas gazelle, Rim gazelle, Jackal, Fennec fox, Rüppell's fox, red fox and sand cats, a proper planning is required before going and it is also advisable you take a guide with you so that it will be better you can communicate with the locals as well as officials, Enroute you can go to Bahariya Oasis it is a massive burial site with over 30 Tombs discovered.

Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple it is an historical tourist attraction in Egypt, it is also considered to be the world's second largest Asian spiritual site and it's better if you go in the evening so that you can even see light and sound show. Karnak Temple is also much better than pyramids so I would suggest you you should definitely visit and it's like an Petra from Jordan so I would recommend you take a tour guide so that he would explain you all the history and if possible go in the morning and take a guide also and if you want to see the light show then you can see it in the evening also. Karnak Temple is not just a site to see; it is an experience that connects you with the grandeur and mystery of ancient Egypt. It is a must-visit for anyone fascinated by history, architecture, or the sheer beauty of human achievement.

Luxor Temple

Luxor Temple it's a magnificent monument showing the greatness of Egyptian architecture. The grandeur and history of this site are truly awe-inspiring. Walking through the temple, you can't help but be amazed by the massive columns, intricate carvings, and the incredible atmosphere that transports you back in time. The temple is well-preserved and offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian civilization. Visiting at sunset will be a magical experience, as the golden light illuminated the ancient stones, creating a beautiful contrast against the evening sky. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just looking to soak in the beauty of Egypt, Luxor Temple is a must-visit. Taking a guide is also recommended and also if you want you can take an electric car from there and you can go through the whole Temple.

Colossi of Memnon

Colossi of Memnon is two massive stone statues, the height of which is it stand is really unbelievable, the measuring is around 240 ft long and 66 ft high so it's a very nice spot for good photo shoot that is like when enroute to Valley of Kings, Colossi is still being excavated and they they discovering many things behind the two statues so it's a very interesting place, early morning visit could be a nice as you might be lucky to watch hot air balloons nearby so enroute if you're going to Valley of Kings just visit this place also it's a very interesting place

Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

It is located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be the Masterpiece of ancient architecture, Temple is totally made of limestone and built under a Rocky Mountain that is similar to a Petra in Jordan so this place is also very interesting place you should go this place is between Valley of kings and Valley of Queens, you need to take a separate ticket for this temple, it is very beautiful and well preserved and the views from the top of are really stunning so this place also you should visit.

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings is very famous for its Royal Tombs. these beautifully painted tombs have been designated a world heritage site by UNESCO so Valley of the Kings surely you should visit, this place is home to over 63 Chambers and tombs that are adored with vibrant artworks related to Egyptian mythology, amazing art inside the burial chambers and the colors are still so vibrant so very interesting to see those things and some of the tombs have long and steep climb, some of the burial are 200 mts deep in the mountain so you should visit this place you can visit three tombs for the price of one if you want to see more you need to buy another ticket.

Abu Simbel Temples

Abu Simbel Temples is located on southernmost border of Egypt and it's an magnificent and unique Temple, what is more impressive is the fact that this huge construction was relocated from its original location that was submerged once the great dam was built, so it was just a relocated from one place to another place so this Temple is very unique.It's at the edge of the water and consists of two Temple in the Rock, Breathtaking view is there and it's over 3,000 years old hidden under the sand and only found in the last 200 years. So it is better if you can't travel for a long distance then you can take a flight from Aswan and you need to go to Abu Simbel, it's just 1 hour flight. Lots of tourist all over the world visit this place so Abu Simbel Temple is a must visit in Egypt.

Additional Places to Consider

While the above given destinations are highly recommended, there are several other interesting places in Egypt worth visiting:

Ras Muhammad National Park: A popular Diving and snorkeling destination. Ras Mohammed National Park is a must-visit for anyone interested in marine life and underwater activities. Its stunning beauty and rich biodiversity make it a remarkable destination, but potential visitors should be prepared for crowds.

Siwa Oasis: Known for its salt lakes where you can float without fear of drowning, its just near the Libya border enroute to farafra

Sanur Valley Cave: One of the oldest caves in the world, estimated to be over 40 million years old with rare natural formations

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Some of the Top Places to Visit in Cairo

Egyptian Museum

In Cairo you should visit to the one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid the world's oldest and the biggest statue, The Sphinx and the house of mumification, the valley Temple, and our first place in Cairo is the Egyptian Museum, It houses the largest collection of Egyptian Antiquities in the world with over 120,000 items in display. it is the largest museum in Africa one of the prominent wonders is the Tutankhamun galleries and it contains beautiful jewelry, Pottery, mummies, sarcophagi and treasure and of course the Treasure of the king Tutankhamun, very interesting place, this place you should surely visit it and if possible you take a local guide also try to go early morning because it's always very crowded.

Cairo Tower

Cairo Tower it has total of 90 floors it is the highest building in Egypt and has an observation deck on the top and it's one of the one of the Cairo's most popular tourist attraction, from the top it gives a splendid view of the Cairo city and even you can see the museums the Citadels, the Pyramids of Giza everything you can see from the top the view is clearly breath taking.

Al-Azhar Mosque

Al-Azhar Mosque is a stunning very old architecture, it's very old mosque more than thousand years old still in very pristine condition so even you should visit this place also it's very nearby only to all the other places. You need to be properly dressed to go in - head, arms and legs covered. If you are not dressed suitably, you can go to a room where there will be clothing to cover you up and it's totally free.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Khan El Khalili is a famous bazaar located in the historic center of Cairo. The narrow streets are lined with shops selling various goods, including antiques and souvenirs. A guide is recommended to navigate the bustling market and bargain effectively. You will find multiple mosques and small historical places in between. Overall a stroll through this market will keep your mind healthy and happy. The entire street was adorned with colorful decorations and various lighting arrangements. The entire street was adorned with colorful decorations and various lighting arrangements.

Al-Azhar Park

One of the best gardens in Cairo with a huge space and a perfect place for chill out and picnic. There is also a large kids area with a lot of games. The view is amazing specially at sun set time.

The Citadel of Cairo

The Citadel of Cairo is a must visit place in Cairo, it offers a great view of the city from upstairs, inside the Citadel you can visit the military museum of Egypt and the Museum of police, very beautiful it is and a historic place, so you should surely visit this place.

The Great Sphinx of Giza

The Great Sphinx of Giza is an iconic statue located on the West Bank of the Nile River and it is one of the oldest and largest statues in the world with its impressive size and mysterious history is there so this place you should definitely visit. it's actually a limestone statue and the most famous sculpture in the world, the Lion's body and then human head which is very interesting to see, It is built 4,000 years back and the background and the illusive architecture you should surely see, it's very interesting, be sure to take a picture of yourself during the sunset in the Sahara Desert so the view will be Dramatical near to the pyramid it comes so very nice it is even you can see the laser light show which is conducted over there and if possible take a tour guide also highly recommended.

Giza Necropolis (The Great Pyramid of Giza)

Giza necropolis or The Great Pyramid of Giza is the one of the most popular places to visit in Cairo, almost all of the world tourists visit the Giza Pyramid complex in Egypt. It is home to Great Pyramid, the Pyramid of Khafre, the largest Pyramid, The pyramid of Cheops is a Marvel and you can also explore the intricate narrow passages inside the pyramid it can be claustrophobic and warm, so go as per that, there are also camels and horse ride that take you near the pyramid from the gate, the sound and the light show is also been conducted which is awesome and if possible you can go in the evening because the views are in Next Level if you want even go in the day also but I would suggest you go in the evening because the views are really excellent.

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Explore Egypt

Discover the top most places to visit in Egypt, including the historic Citadel of Qaitbay and the vibrant city of Cairo

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Cairo, Egypt

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