Visit Islamic Cairo
Popular places to visit

Khan el-Khalili
You can do some window-shopping at Khan el-Khalili during your visit to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Al-Azhar University
Explore the campus of Al-Azhar University, during your travels in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Al-Azhar Mosque
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a visit to Al-Azhar Mosque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a visit to Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Midan Hussein Mosque
Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at Midan Hussein Mosque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun
You can learn about the history of Cairo with a trip to Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do

Cairo VIP Guided Tour to Khan El-Khalili Market with Lunch

Khan El Khalili Tour With optional Felucca Boat Ride

Cairo Half day tours to Old Markets and Local Souqs

Guided Shopping Tour in Cairo And Khan Al-Khalili Market

Cairo Full Day Coptic to El Moaz Street Tour
Top hotels in Islamic Cairo

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Giza Pyramids View Inn
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Great Pyramid Inn
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Marriott Mena House Cairo
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Islamic Cairo

Downtown Cairo
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

Abdin
While you're in Abdin, take in top sights like Abdeen Palace or El-Ghuri Wakala, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.

Qasr an-Nil
If you're spending time in Qasr an-Nil, check out sights like Tahrir Square or Egyptian Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.

As-Sayidah Zaynab
If you're spending time in As-Sayidah Zaynab, check out sights like Mosque of Syeda Zainab or Townhouse Gallery and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sayyeda Zeinab Station or Saad Zaghloul Station.

Garden City
Uncover some of the top draws of Garden City like its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square.

Zamalek
Cafes, museums, and historic sites are just a few things travelers like about Zamalek. Sights like Zamalek Art Gallery and El Sawy Culture Wheel are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station.