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 El Kharazaty and Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun. There's plenty more to see, including Khan el-Khalili and Al-Azhar Mosque.
How to Get to Islamic Cairo
Flying to:
- Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Islamic Cairo
- Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), 23.2 mi (37.3 km) from Islamic Cairo
Getting to Islamic Cairo on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- El Geish Station
- Abdou Pasha Station
- Bab el Shaaria Station
Things to See and Do in and around Islamic Cairo
What to See in Islamic Cairo
- Al-Azhar University
- Al-Azhar Mosque
- Al-Azhar Park
- Ain Shams University
- El Kharazaty
Things to Do in Islamic Cairo
- Khan el-Khalili
- Heleal Stones
- Carpet & Clothes Market
Other Popular Islamic Cairo Attractions
- Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein
- Midan Hussein Mosque
- Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun
- Bab al-Futuh
- Al-Hakim Mosque