Cairo Sights

#88 of 408 things to do in Cairo

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  • Address
    • Midan al-Qala'a Citadel Sharia Salah Salem
  • Transport
    • 174 from Midan Ramses or 173 from Midan Falaki
  • Phone
    • 2 2512 1735
  • Price
    • adult/student E£50/25
  • Hours
    • 8am-5pm Oct-May, 8am-6pm Jun-Sep, mosques closed during Fri prayers

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Lonely Planet review for Citadel

Sprawling over a limestone spur on the eastern edge of the city, the Citadel was home to Egypt’s rulers for 700 years. Their legacy is a collection of three very different mosques, several palaces (housing some underwhelming museums; admission fee included) and a couple of terraces with views over the city. This is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Cairo, so be prepared for heavy crowds and heavier security, including metal detectors and bag searches.

 

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