Cairo Things to Do

Established over 10 years ago, this is one of Cairo's most famous pastry shops. It offers a terrific selection of delicious (but fattening) Oriental pastries. Clean and modern, this super place is popular with all ages thanks... more

Often overlooked, this 70-year-old museum located adjacent to the city's main railway station is definitely worth a peek. It boasts over 700 exhibits, including full-size trains and scale models of steam engine locomotives and... more

The scenes painted on the walls of this tomb are delightful. There are particularly wonderful scenes of fish, crocodiles, grasshoppers, dragonflies, frogs, geese, hyenas...it is a true nature lover's delight. This tomb is often... more

This church is dedicated to St. Shenuti who is the most famous of the Coptic saints. It was built in the 7th Century, but underwent many changes since. At a certain point it was actually used as a mosque under Caliph el Hakim,... more

The Church of the Virgin at Haret er-Rum is rather close to another Church dedicated to the Virgin at Haret Zuwaila. The original Church of the Virgin was first built on this site in the sixth century, but was destroyed and reb... more

You don't need a passport and air ticket to experience authentic Mexican cuisine. There's always a fiesta at this popular hotel bar and restaurant. In contrast to the hotel's more subdued restaurants, this Mexican cantina is ge... more

Every Tuesday during the academic year (October to May), the Howard Cafe Company presents short plays, stand up comedy acts, dance, and poetry events that have gained enormous popularity in Cairo over the last two years. Be sur... more

This low-key event kicks off with a midnight Mass on 7 January. Monasteries close for fasting during the preceding 43 days, and Copts follow a strict vegan and fish diet. All Coptic businesses close for the day, and most Coptic... more

One of just a handful of traditional cafes offering beer (and the only one to flaunt it), this rundown Cairo landmark is definitely worth a visit. The high ceilings and open-panel windows have great potential, but the managemen... more

Fancy a movie after a long day's shopping? Who wouldn't? Relax in Maadi Grand Mall's movie theater after you have spent the whole afternoon shopping. This clean and comfortable movie theater mainly shows the latest American re... more