Alexandria Getting there & around

Getting around

The international airport (425 0527) is at Burg al-Arab, 60km west of the city. To reach the airport, take Bus 555 (E£6, one hour) from near Cecil Hotel or take a taxi (E£80).

A short calèche (horse-drawn carriage) or taxi trip costs about E£10 but most people rely on the efficient tram service. Midan Ramla is the main station; from here, yellow-coloured trams go west and blue-coloured trams go east. All tickets cost 25pt.