Citadel

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  • Address
    Midan al-Qala'a, Citadel
  • Phone
    512 1735
  • Transport
    bus: 174 from Midan Ramses or 173 from Midan Falaki
  • Oct-May 08:00 - 17:00 ; Jun-Sep 08:00 - 18:00

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Lonely Planet review

Sprawling over a limestone spur on the eastern edge of the city, the Citadel was home to Egypt's rulers for some 700 years. Their legacy is a collection of three very different mosques, several palaces (housing some underwhelming museums) and a couple of terraces with city views. Admission includes entry to all the museums within the Citadel.

Though this is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Cairo (particularly for Egyptians), it is relatively unimpressive and decidedly overpriced.