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Best Things to Do
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Alexandria [2025]
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Citadel of Qaitbay
4.6
/5
120 reviews
8.0
3.5 km from downtown
Phone +201222445141
Address: As Sayalah Sharq, Al Gomrok, Alexandria Governorate 5321431, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Panoramic view of Alexandria's harbor
15th-century fortress rebuilt & resilient
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✨🏰 Explore the Mystery Castle, the Secret of Kate Bay Castle 🏰✨ Dear friends, today I will take you into the fog of history and visit the treasure hidden in the depths of the years - Kate Bay Castle. 👣 Kate Bay Castle, a castle that has witnessed countless changes, every stone of it seems to tell the story of the past. 📜 From a distance, the outline of the castle looks particularly majestic against the blue sky, as if a silent guardian, quietly watching the surrounding land. Enter the castle and you will find beautiful murals and carvings that record traces of history and show the extraordinary skills of the craftsmen. 🎨 Standing on the tower of the castle, looking around, the beautiful scenery around, people can't help but sigh the flow of time and the natural magnificence. 🌄 Here, time seems to be slow, every moment is worth savoring. If you are curious about history, and if you are eager to explore the secrets of the years, Kate Bay Castle is definitely a destination not to be missed. 🧳
The Qabeyi Castle is a very important defensive building on the seaside. It is also a fortress built in Egyptian history for military purposes. The castle is also a historical frost. You can see many good facilities here. The interior is also very large.
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Serapeum of Alexandria
4.5
/5
145 reviews
6.7
From € 7.32
Based on 515 reviews
2.9 km from downtown
Phone +201229437357
Address: Pompey's Pillar, Al Karah WA at Toubageyah WA Kafr Al Ghates, Karmouz, Alexandria Governorate 5341142, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
Climb steps to Roman ruins
Mediterranean views up close
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The remains of a historic building from the Hellenistic period in Egypt. The only thing left here is a small sphinx. The large platform of the foundation is still preserved, which makes the pillar look even more lonely. This is the remains of a landmark in Alexandria.
Pompeii's Pillar in Alexandria, also known as the Knight's Pillar, is the symbol of Alexandria. It was built during the Roman rule in the late third century and is located on a small hill in Alexandria, 2 kilometers south of the arc-shaped seaside avenue. The area around Pompeii's Pillar was originally the Temple of Salapis, which was built during the reign of Ptolemy III. It was demolished by the Roman emperor in 396 AD, and only the stone pillar was preserved. The stone pillar weighs 500 tons, is 27 meters high, and has a base diameter of 2.7 meters. You need to look up to see it from a close distance, which is quite spectacular.
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Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
4.5
/5
43 reviews
6.7
Based on 770 reviews
3.4 km from downtown
Phone +2033936825
Address: 12 متفرع من ش, Ras at Tin, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Catacombs with spiral staircases
Ancient Roman cemetery ruins
35% positive reviews
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Much bigger than expected with some amazing scenes depicting Greek, Roman and Egyptian cultures as a wonderful melting pot. The surrounding area is a bit bleak, but the tombs themselves are very well maintained and have only recently been discovered - by a donkey!!!! Take a local guide with you to get more historical detail.
Nice place to see for about an hour. Burial place of tons of ancient Egyptians. Plenty of cool hieroglyphics.
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Alexandria Bibliotheca
4.6
/5
157 reviews
6.5
1.3 km from downtown
Phone +2034839999
Address: الأزاريطة والشاطبي، Bab Shar', Alexandria Governorate 21526, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Global languages on disc facade
Immersive stargazing at planetarium
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The ancient Library of Alexandria was built in the third century BC at the beginning of the Ptolemaic Dynasty. It was the largest library in the world at that time, with a collection of more than 500,000 volumes, covering literature, science and technology, art, philosophy and other fields, attracting famous people from all over the world. Scientists, philosophers, thinkers and artists come to visit, such as Archimedes, Euclid, etc. also come here to conduct research, lecture, write books and engage in other academic exchange activities. Alexandria therefore became the world's cultural and scientific research center at that time. The Ptolemaic dynasty also produced numerous talents, producing a group of astronomers, geographers, mathematicians, medical scientists and linguists who made outstanding contributions to world science and technology.
The new library is located next to the promenade of Alexandria on the southern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, next to the large statue of the "Mediterranean Bride". It cost a total of US$225 million and is novel, unique and eye-catching. The new library is very comprehensive, including the main library, youth library, blind library, planetarium, manuscript exhibition hall, ancient books and rare book museum, cultural relics museum, science and history museum, and comprehensively considers children, blind people, and people with visual impairments. needs; the books included are also all-inclusive and have everything you need. The Library of Alexandria is an absolutely fantastic place for Alexandrians and visitors from around the world.
A library in the city of Alexandria. I saw this building when I passed by. The library also has a collection of many historical books. It is one of the most famous libraries in Egypt. The interior design is very unique, with a very high platform up and down.
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5
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Lighthouse of Alexandria
5.0
/5
10 reviews
6.2
Based on 176 reviews
3 km from downtown
Address: 6V7R+PG7, As Sayalah Sharq, Al Gomrok, Alexandria Governorate 5321431, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Spiral paths & ancient lifts
Ancient lighthouse of four civilizations
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[Scenery] The Lighthouse of Alexandria near Sham el-Nessim can be seen from a distance. I had enough time so I walked over to take a look.
The ruins of the Ancient Tower of Alexandria are located on the island of Pharos off the coast of Alexandria. It is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, but now only the remains of the base remain. However, judging from the scale of the ruins and archaeological discoveries, the lighthouse was really huge and was definitely a behemoth in the world at that time.
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Montazah Palace Gardens
4.8
/5
209 reviews
6.1
Based on 931 reviews
13.5 km from downtown
Phone +2012 83480232
Address: Montaza Palace, El-Gaish Rd, Al Mandarah Bahri, Montaza 2, Alexandria Governorate 5527001, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No. 1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Alexandria
Highlights:
King Farouk's summer palace
Museum & beach in historic building
27% positive reviews
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Montazah Palace is also known as the "Egyptian Summer Palace", "Montazah Palace Garden", "Montazah Garden", "Farouk Summer Palace", etc. It is the palace of Farouk, the last king of Egypt. It is located in a vast scenic area at the eastern end of Alexandria Port. The palace overlooks the quiet beach and is surrounded by date palm trees and gardens. The architecture combines Florentine and Turkish styles. It is now the Egyptian State Guesthouse. Montazah Palace was a summer resort for the royal family before 1952. Now the beach is open to tourists and anglers, and the palace is not open to the public.
Montazah Palace Park is the best green place in Alexandria, with a large area. This is a good place for Egyptian families to go out for picnics, and it is also a romantic choice for couples to fall in love.
Montazah Palace is a famous summer palace and a holiday resort for kings and princes of all dynasties. The preserved buildings are very well preserved, and you can also see the unique historical characteristics of Egypt. You cannot enter this place for a visit, but you can look at the nearby buildings from the outside.
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7
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Corniche
4.8
/5
49 reviews
5.4
Based on 253 reviews
1.5 km from downtown
Address: Al Azaritah WA Ash Shatebi, Bab Shar', Alexandria Governorate 5424020, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Visit Konig Palace & history
Iconic 16-mile Mediterranean coastline
26% positive reviews
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Corniche, also known as July 26 Avenue, is the most characteristic street in Alexandria. It was built in 1934. It starts from Qatebe Castle in the west and ends at Montazah Palace in the east, winding along the Mediterranean coastline for 26 kilometers. This is also the most prosperous area in Alexandria, with hotels, restaurants, cafes and shops.
The Seaside Avenue is a very important holiday destination in this city. Along the coastline, you can get to know the city’s unique and open style. The characteristics of the Seaside Avenue are also quite good. I like to come here to visit some beautiful things.
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8
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Kom Ad Dikah
4.4
/5
52 reviews
5.0
971m from downtown
Phone +2034902904
Address: Kom Ad Dakah Sharq, Al Attarin, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Roman stage & stone seats
Ancient Roman theater ambiance
33% positive reviews
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The Roman amphitheater is a traditional building. The facilities of the amphitheater are also very old. It is very interesting to visit here. You can see a lot of good things. There are some broken things in the theater. Stone is used as the main material for seats.
The Roman Theater of Alexandria is located 1.5 kilometers northeast of Pompey's Pillar. It was built in the 2nd century AD. The theater is small in scale and can only be regarded as a pocket version compared to theaters in other places, but the building materials used are relatively high-end. There are 14 rows of circular white marble seats, the surface is still smooth and flat, and it can accommodate 800 spectators to watch performances. There are some remaining columns around the theater.
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Alexandria National Museum
4.8
/5
22 reviews
4.7
532m from downtown
Phone +2034835519
Address: 131 El-Shaheed Galal El-Desouky, Bab Sharqi WA Wabour Al Meyah, Bab Shar', Alexandria Governorate 5423004, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Showcase of 7,000-year Egyptian culture
Ancient Egyptian, Greek & Roman artifacts
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the Alexandria national museum was a great find, definitely worth a visit if you are in Alexandria
[Scenery] The National Museum is a really great museum! The exhibits are very rich, and you can rent an audio guide. [Fun] Great exhibition, because there are many souvenir shops, very cute!
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10
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Stanley Bridge
4.6
/5
17 reviews
4.1
Based on 577 reviews
4.8 km from downtown
Phone +201274190727
Address: Fleming, El Raml 1, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
Alexander's must-visit spot No.11
Coastal beauty under night sky
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Stanley Bridge, known as the Lover's Bridge by locals, is located in the eastern section of the Corniche, about 10 kilometers away from the famous attractions of Qube Fort and Montcazar Palace. Stanley Bridge is 400 meters long and spans Stanley Bay in Alexandria. The elegant main bridge and its unique tower are like a smaller version of China's Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge. Although there are larger bridges in Cairo, I still think that this oriental-style Stanley Bridge is the most beautiful. Walking on the seaside avenue, you can overlook the port and the castle. There are many high-end hotels and shopping malls under the bridge and along the Corniche Road, as well as numerous cafes and beaches. It is a summer resort for the rich in Egypt!
When you visit Alexandria, you should walk across the Stanley Bridge...Try it in the morning to enjoy the open sea view. Then try it in the evening to enjoy the cool breeze. Both experiences will serve as memories of the beautiful city of Alexandria.
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