What's Islamic Cairo Like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of town to visit, look no further than Islamic Cairo. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Qalawun Complex and Palace of Emir Bishtak. There's plenty more to see, including Khan el-Khalili and Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein.
How to Get to Islamic Cairo
Flying to:
- Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Islamic Cairo
- Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from Islamic Cairo
Things to See and Do in and around Islamic Cairo
What to See in Islamic Cairo
- Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein
- Al-Azhar Mosque
- Al-Azhar University
- Al-Azhar Park
- Midan Hussein Mosque
Things to Do in Islamic Cairo
- Khan el-Khalili
- Heleal Stones
- Carpet & Clothes Market
- Tentmakers Market
Other Popular Islamic Cairo Attractions
- Sharia al-Muski
- Fishawi’s Coffeehouse
- Bein al-Qasreen
- Qalawun Complex
- Sharia al-Muizz li-Din Allah
When Is the Best Time to Visit Cairo?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 86°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 61°F)
- Rainiest months: March, February, January, November (average 0 inches of rainfall)