Things to do in Cairo

Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is one of the most historic cities in the world. Representing true essence of Egyptian era, this historic city is characteristic of old monuments, museums, mosques and churches, apart from other recreation places like amusement parks and gardens. Other than these, the city also has various shopping places, wherein souvenirs can be bought at nominal prices.

Tourists can avail different tour packages ranging from an hour or two to a number of days, depending on their budget and time. Most popularly, the city can be explored for its major shopping centres, especially Khan el-Khalili. Historians, on the other hand, can visit places in Old Cairo, Islamic Cairo and Coptic Cairo that form the sightseeing-centres of the city.

The city also offers numerous opportunities for adventure enthusiasts, such as felucca rides along the River Nile, horse riding and overnight camping in the deserts of Giza.

Cairo is an excellent place to experience the best of cultural events, including theatre performances, music concerts, public festivals, museum exhibits, and dance recitals. Amongst all, belly dancing and opera performances are of maximum interest to the tourists, as these are city's speciality. Foodies get to taste the best of Middle Eastern cuisine, as well as others like Italian, Lebanese, Chinese, Japanese and Turkish.