Four Seasons Cairo 1st Residence

The tourism offices, and this is the HQ, is the best source of brochures and great sightseeing and trip suggestions, with advice on how t...

Established in the late 1980s, this two screen cinema was once the talk of the town. Although it has been refurbished, it still looks som...

One of the oldest movie theaters in Cairo, Metro dates back to the 1940s when it only showed movies produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer. Nowa...

Located on the third floor of an apartment building, this downtown gallery features the work of artists from Egypt and abroad. Large and...

Dark, smoky and usually with a lush in the corner - you'll either love or hate this mock English pub. Heavy wooden chairs and low tables...

One of Cairo's top nightspots, this energetic bar is always busy and a great place to meet people. Its rowdy karaoke nights draw a full h...

Built in 1504 by Sultan Quansuh al Ghouri, this building is a delightful example of Mameluke architecture. Situated opposite the mausoleu...

One of just a handful of traditional cafes offering beer (and the only one to flaunt it), this rundown Cairo landmark is definitely worth...

The tale of the construction of the el Muayyad Mosque is an interesting one. The mosque was actually constructed by Sultan el Muayyad in...

Watch the sun set, rise and set again on this 24-hour rooftop bar that catches gentle breezes on its quiet terrace. Beauty is in the deta...

A welcome respite for worn-out shoppers, this downtown Swiss-run establishment has a restaurant, cafe and patisserie. The pseudo-Swiss at...

There is no sign in English outside, just follow the crowds to this famous 24-hour eatery, located on a pedestrianised street near Midan...

Great seafood doesn't have to be expensive. Head downtown to stuff yourself silly. At first glance, this inconspicuous restaurant in Bab...

This 24-hour theme diner, in the Cairo Marriott Hotel, could easily pass for an Oklahoma prairie kitchen. It cooks up...

Known to a small circle of locals and ex-pats (especially the French community), this hidden gem serves up delicious continental fare at...

Founded by Muslim Chinese refugees, this long-standing alley restaurant offers decent food at decent prices. Screens, fans and chopsticks...

Once a favourite of King Farouk himself, this old carnivores' hangout continues to offer good, hearty food to a dedicated clientele. Havi...

The Citadel View restaurant serves authentic Egyptian and French cuisine. The interiors are done in Limestone and the floors are clad wit...