Cairo Sights

  1. Cairo Zoo

    Children can feed the hippos, see countless kinds of camels - and meet lots of local kids - at the Cairo Zoo.

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  2. Dr Ragab's Pharaonic Village

    The theme park Dr Ragab's Pharaonic Village is cheesy but offers a child-friendly glimpse of what life in ancient Egypt would have been like, with a boat trip past actors in Pharaonic costumes, a playground and an art centre where kids can make mini reed boats. Take a taxi (around £E20 from Downtown), or walk the 800m from the Sakiat Mekki metro stop.

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  3. Fun Planet

    Fun Planet is an indoor amusement centre offering loads of rides and games and will appeal to teenagers.

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  4. Gabalaya Park & Aquarium

    The pleasant Gabalaya Park & Aquarium has landscaped gardens with aquariums set in rocks (though not many actual fish). It's a great central spot to escape the crowds.

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  5. Merryland

    Merryland is a large park and entertainment centre with kids' rides and lots of places to eat, from TGI Friday's to Egyptian snack joints. It was changing management on last visit, so the restaurants and other entertainment may vary, but in general it's a good place to eat and people-watch.

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