Cairo Islamic Old City & Khan el-Khalili Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
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Al-Hussein Square, Islamic Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
Islamic Cairo, Egypt
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, French, Spanish, Italian (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Step into a thousand years of history on this free walking tour of Islamic Cairo. With a local guide you'll dive into the legendary Khan el-Khalili bazaar, a maze of stalls selling spices, lanterns, gold and perfumes, and stroll medieval Al-Muizz Street, lined with mosques, madrasas and merchant houses. Visit the historic Al-Azhar area, pass the ancient Bab Zuweila gate, and hear tales of sultans, caravans and the golden age of the Arab world. Pick up insider tips on koshari, mint tea and the atmospheric old coffeehouses. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end. Note: mosques may require modest dress; the Giza Pyramids are a separate day trip.
Meeting point:
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Al-Hussein Square, by the Al-Hussein Mosque
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet on Al-Hussein Square by the Al-Hussein Mosque.
Stop 2 – The legendary Khan el-Khalili bazaar and its maze of stalls.
Stop 3 – Medieval Al-Muizz Street, an open-air museum of Islamic architecture.
Stop 4 – The historic Al-Azhar Mosque and university area.
Stop 5 – The ancient Bab Zuweila gate and its minarets.
Stop 6 – The coppersmiths', spice and lantern lanes.
Final stop – End with tips on koshari, mint tea and the old coffeehouses.
Stop 2 – The legendary Khan el-Khalili bazaar and its maze of stalls.
Stop 3 – Medieval Al-Muizz Street, an open-air museum of Islamic architecture.
Stop 4 – The historic Al-Azhar Mosque and university area.
Stop 5 – The ancient Bab Zuweila gate and its minarets.
Stop 6 – The coppersmiths', spice and lantern lanes.
Final stop – End with tips on koshari, mint tea and the old coffeehouses.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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