Best Things To Do in Alexandria, Egypt

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PLACES TO SEE

  • The citadel of Qaitbay is an iconic fortress that proudly overlooks the city and the sea. It is exactly located at the place of once-a-wonder-of-the-world, famous lighthouse of Alexandria. It is now a beautiful monument and a Maritime museum.
  • Kom el-Shouqafa or the potsherds was a private tomb for a wealthy family in the oldest part of Alexandria. The plan and decoration of this monument is an architectural marvel and depicts the mixture of Egyptian, Greek and Roman culture.
  • Cemetery of Mostafa Kamel: This is the cemetery including four beautifully decorated and still maintained tombs from 2nd century BC and holds the name of Egypt’s well-known politician from the 12th century.
  • Pompey's Pillar, Karmouz: This is a ancient monument constructed in the honor of Emperor Diocletian in AD 297. It is a 25 meter high granite column and other ruins and sculptures are also found around the area. There is also a very big shopping center for clothing and furniture.
  • Roman theatre: The world famous roman amphitheatre was built in 2nd centurey AD ad has 13 semicircular tiers that provide a sitting for almost 800 people. A must-visit site in Alexandria.
  • The Montazah palace which comprises of a casino, a luxury hotel and a park open to the public.
  • There are a number of museums worth visiting in Alexandria namely: The Alexandria National Museum, The Graeco-Roam Museum, the Museum of fine arts, Royal Jewellery Museum and National Institute for Oceanography and Fisheries.
  • The religious sites El-mursi Abul-Abbas Mosque and The Attarine Mosque are a alluring centers for Islamic beliefs. The construction is aesthetic and a pleasure to the eyes.
  • The modern Alexandria landmarks: Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Corniche are the places you would never want to miss out.

THINGS TO DO

  • The Montazah beach is perfect for sunbathing but beware of the crowd in peak tourist seasons. There are also a number of water sporting companies that extend services for waterskiing, wake boarding and banana or donut boating. Splashing into the Mediterranean waters is always fun!
  • You can hop onto a hired cruise at Ras el-tin.
  • The 15km long walk of Corniche by the Mediterranean Sea is a perfect way to have the most amazing experience of splashing waves while you can munch from the eateries and restaurants lined at your service.
  • You can feed your intellectual mind by visit to a number of bookshops and enjoy the art of cinema in the number of cinema theatres well spread round the city. You can shop your heart out at the number of shopping malls round the city. There are also a number of dnace classes to train you in Ballet, Flamenco and Egyptian forloric dance in Alexandria. This city is culturally super active and you definitely will love spending time here.
  • You can go for a Casino game at El-Salamlek palace which is exclusively for foreigners.
  • Do not miss out on treating yourself with the amazing and authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

Below we have a list of things to do in Alexandria and the places where you want to spend the best moments of your trip. At the same time, the city offers you the best neighborhoods to explore and new foods to try.

This list should help you in deciding and prioritizing what you should plan on your Alexandria getaway. Find a mix of must-see tourist spots, underrated local hangouts, and maybe even a few new experiences you can try out.

Make the most of your trip to Alexandria with confidence.

Tourist Attractions in Alexandria

Here is the list of things to do in Alexandria and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Bibliotheca Alexandrina

    4.7 (1336 Votes)
    Bibliotheca Alexandrina

    Art And Culture, Library, Museum, Landmark

    Housed in one of the best looking cylindrical building in the world, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina is truly a sight for sore eyes. It’s not all beauty without brains; the library has a huge collection of books and manuscripts and hosts incredible exhibitions that showcase Egyptian culture and heritage. You will fall in love with the view that the building enjoys, just for that have a coffee...Read more
  2. Montazah Palace Gardens

    Garden, Palace

    A refuge with lush greenery wherever you look, the Montazah palace gardens are great for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. Unfortunately, the palace is out of bounds for visitors but no one can stop you from gazing at the magnanimous structure. Not just the gardens but also the vista surrounding them is breath taking. You can use the semi private beach for a small fee. The Montazah Palace Gardens...Read more
  3. Fort Qaitbey

    4.4 (1083 Votes)
    Fort Qaitbey

    View Point, Historical Site, Architecture , Fort

    Have a sneak-peek into Egyptian history and architecture beyond the mighty pyramids when you visit the Citadel of Qaitbay. It is a 215th century defensive fortress that is built on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea in Alexandria. It was built on the location of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, that was considered to be one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World, which was destroyed by an earth...Read more
  4. Roman Amphitheatre And Kom El Dikka

    Historical Site, Amphitheater

    With 13 tiers, all made of marble, even the ruins of the Roman amphitheatre look impressive. They take the visitor through the Roman stories that are inter-sewn with Alexandria’s history. A short walk around the ruins will take you back hundreds of years into the mesmerizing mix of cultures that are an integral part of Egyptian history. While you’re there, try the acoustics from the...Read more
  5. Pompey's Pillar And Temple Of Serapeum

    Religious Site, Temple, Ancient Ruin, Historical Site

    Rising out of the ruins of the Temple of Serapeum, this 100 feet tall column is an important albeit a bit disappointing Egyptian sight. Even though there is not much to see or do here, this granite column is bound to catch your attention. The sphinxes surrounding the column add a mystic aura to the sight. You can pair it with the Catacombs of Kom ash Suqqafa which is in the vicinity. Pay a smal...Read more
  6. Alexandria National Museum

    Museum, History Museum

    A gem amongst all the museums in Alexandria, the small but thoughtfully selected collection does full justice in explaining Alexandria’s past and heritage. Spread over three storeys, start from the basement where you will be able to see a Mummy up close. The other floors house artecrafts and useful information about Alexandria’s colonial period.
  7. Brazilian Coffee Stores

    Cafe, Coffee House

    The Brazilian coffee store has become a sort of a tradition for people in Alexandria. If you ask them where you can get the best coffee in town, eyes closed, without a doubt they would recommend this place to you. Sit and enjoy a cuppa at this cafe that has seen thousands of people and decades of years. While you do that, admire the stunningly painted mirrors and the irony of the Brazilian Flag...Read more
  8. El-mursi Abul Abbas Mosque

    Mosque, Religious Site, Architecture , Tomb

    The Spanish scholar and saint Abul Abbas El-Mursi rests peacefully in this serene mosque that invokes the feelings of awe and spirituality at the same time. The mosque is made with attention to detail and excellent artistic vision. Be wary of the self-appointed guides that might spoil this surreal experience for you.
  9. Royal Jewelry Museum

    4.6 (435 Votes)
    Royal Jewelry Museum

    Architecture , Specialty Museum

    When you reach the Royal Jewellery museum, the first thing that greets you is this majestic mansion that looks stately and royal in itself. Inside, you almost feel like you are walking through the personal closet of princes and princesses; you experience bling like you never thought could exist ; diamonds, rubies, rare stones all intricately set to make stunning, one-of-a-kind jewellery.  ...Read more
  10. Grand Trianon

    Food And Drinks, Coffee House, Dine In, Restaurant

    The most famous location that speaks of Alexandria’s cosmopolitan past is the Grand Trianon (Meadan Saad Zaghlul), an Art Nouveau masterpiece that houses a popular cafe, patisserie and restaurant. Since the day it opened in the 1920s, this is where Europeans conducted business deals, gossiped and dined. Today these expats have been replaced by upwardly mobile Egyptians who continue the tr...Read more
  11. Anfushi Tombs

    Ancient Ruin, Historical Site, Statue, Architecture

    Part of the Pharos island, these tombs date back to early Roman periods. Although built on a smaller scale than the Catacombs, the paintings on these tombs are elaborate and beautiful. There are many statues of Sphinx on the right and left sides of the burial chamber because Sphinx was still believed to be the guardian of the tombs.
  12. Maamoura Beach

    Beach, Walking Area, Leisure

    Ask any old timer about this beach and he will quip that it used to be the best beach in Alexandria. Even with its past glories, the Maamoura beach is still a picturesque setting and makes for a quiet, peaceful walk along the sea. Visitors can combine their visit to the Montazah Palace with a visit to the beach.
  13. Cavafy Museum

    4.1 (483 Votes)
    Cavafy Museum

    Memorial, Specialty Museum

    The Cavafy Museum is dedicated to the Greek poet Konstantin Cavafy. It offers the visitors a peek into the great poet’s life and times. Cavafy lived at the house for 25 years before he died in 1933. The museum’s bindery is worth a look where the poet made his own brochures and leaflets. And there is one last curiosity: a cast of Cavafy's death mask, serene but disfigured, lying cush...Read more
  14. Stanley Bridge

    Landmark, View Point, Bridge, Architecture

    The Stanley Bridge offers gorgeous views of Alexandria and the sea. A stroll on this bridge during sunset hours will make you fall in love with this enchanted city. The magic of Stanley Bridge can be captured fully only by walking over it and experiencing its breathtaking architectural design and views.
  15. Graeco Roman Museum

    3.8 (501 Votes)
    Graeco Roman Museum

    Art And Culture, Art Museum, Statue

    Home to some 40,000 pieces of art and history, this museum will not disappoint connoisseurs of Egyptian culture. Look out for the Apis bull from the Pompley temple and the fantastic mosaics on display. With 27 exhibits that showcase Hellenic statues, busts of Roman emperors, sarcophagi, mummies, Tangara figurines and early Christian artefacts, the museum captures over 2000 years of Graeco-Roman...Read more