CAIRO

Description:

Cairo is the largest city of Africa and the Near East. Besides the Arabian language, in Cairo it is easy to hear English, French and - even more often - Russian. Life of a modern city inseparably linked with its status of capital of Egypt, the administrative, business and cultural center and history deeply originates in an epoch of Pharaohs and pyramids. The tourist and the traveler will find set of sights and bright impressions in modern Cairo. In a quarter Midan Tahrir, located in the capital center, is a world famous Egyptian museum. Islamic quarters of Cairo have kept charm of medieval east city. Here the majority of the historical mosques most known of which are Al-Azhar and Al-Husejn, medieval Tsitadel Saladina and the huge market the Khan-ale-halili is located. On suburb of Islamic Cairo the City dead "- the quarter of the slums which have arisen in the middle of a huge Muslim cemetery is located notorious". Old Cairo - Coptic quarter with set of Christian churches and the Coptic museum. And certainly, having visited Cairo it is necessary to visit Giza - edge of sand and pyramids.

Climate

The summer lasts since May on the beginning of September. The average day temperature of air in it makes the period +30-35 °С, night - +18-22 °С. The winter proceeds from December till February. Average day temperature - +19-21 °С, night - +8-14 °С. During the period from March till May in a city sandy storms because of the cold winds blowing from Sahara are possible, however they last usually no more weeks.

Transport

The international airport of Cairo - the main air gate of Egypt and the second-large airport of Africa - accepts to 16 million passengers a year, including Moscow. Also the Egyptian capital is connected with other cities of the country a network of freeways and iron roads. The main station of Cairo - Mahattat Ramzes is located on the area of Midan Ramzes. The municipal transportation including buses, trams and unique underground in Egypt is developed. From one coast of Nile on another it is possible to be forwarded on the ferry.

Find hotels in CAIRO

Hotels in CAIRO


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Sofitel Cairo Maadi Towers

Address: Cornish El Nile-maadi, Cairo

$132 - $678

Location. Sofitel Cairo Maadi Towers is a business friendly hotel located in Cairo and local attractions include Hanging Church, Saladin Citadel, and Sultan Hussan Mosque. Other area points of interest include Museum of Islamic Art and Egyptian Museum. Hotel Features. Dining options at Sofitel... more

Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino - Cairo

Address: 3 El Tayaran Street, Nasr CityCairo

$103 - $203

Location. Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino Cairo is located in Cairo's Heliopolis neighborhood, close to Cairo International Stadium, Egyptian Presidential Palace, and City Stars. Nearby points of interest also include Ain Shams University and Arab Contracters Stadium. Hotel Features.... more

Ramses Hilton Hotel

Address: 1115 Corniche El Nile, Cairo

$141 - $864

Quick description Overlooking the Nile River and just 500 metres from the Cairo Museum, the Ramses Hilton boasts an elevated pool terrace and rooms with balconies, some with panoramic Nile views.All air-conditioned rooms are spacious and feature warm decoration. They come furnished with sofa and... more

Grand Hyatt Cairo

Address: Corniche El Nile, P.O. Box 2288, Garden City, Roda Island, Cairo
Grand Hyatt Cairo

Grand Hyatt Cairo

Grand Hyatt Cairo is a 41 story tower with 142 meters high rise. A total built area of approximately 72000 square meters is erected above a 9 story podium with public access and service areas for a completely integrated facility. The tower is designed with sculptured, curving sides angled to the... more

Novotel Cairo Airport

Address: Salah Salem Highway, Po Box 8, Cairo

$78 - $267

Location. Near the airport, Novotel Cairo Airport is located in Cairo's Heliopolis neighborhood and City Stars and Egyptian Presidential Palace are local attractions. Regional points of interest also include Khan el Khalili and Museum of Islamic Art. Hotel Features. Dining options at Novotel... more

Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort

Address: Dreamland, El Wahat Road, Cairo
Located on the outskirts of Cairo in the cosmopolitan 6th of October City the Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort is just 15 minutes from Smart Village and the magnificent Pyramids of Giza one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Enjoy golf-course views at the Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort as you lunch at the... more

Baron Heliopolis Hotel

Address: Maahad El Saharaa Street, Cairo

$80 - $458

Location. Baron Heliopolis Hotel is located in Cairo's Heliopolis neighborhood, close to City Stars, Cairo International Stadium, and Egyptian Presidential Palace. Nearby points of interest also include Virgin Mary's Tree and Ain Shams University. Hotel Features. Dining options at Baron... more

Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino

Address: 16 Saraya El Gezira Street, PO Box 33Cairo

$155 - $318

Location. Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino is a business friendly hotel located in Cairo's Zamalek neighborhood, close to Coptic Museum, Cairo Tower, and Egyptian Museum. Additional points of interest include Museum of Islamic Art and Khan el Khalili. Hotel Features. Dining... more

Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

Address: 3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Po Box 732 El Orman GizaCairo

$173 - $1,575

Location. Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah is located near the beach in central Cairo and close to American University of Cairo, Egyptian Museum, and Cairo Tower. Additional points of interest include Tahrir Square and Coptic Museum. Hotel Features. In addition to 10 restaurants, Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah... more

Conrad Cairo

Address: 1191 Corniche El Nil, Cairo

$153 - $343

Location. Conrad Cairo is located in central Cairo, close to Coptic Museum, Egyptian Museum, and Cairo Tower. Nearby points of interest also include Khan el Khalili and Museum of Islamic Art. Hotel Features. Dining options at Conrad Cairo include 6 restaurants. A bar/lounge is open for drinks.... more


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