March in Cairo
Cairo in March. One of the best months to visit Cairo. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeEgyptian MuseumExplore →
Tutankhamun's gold and the treasures of the pharaohs on Tahrir Square.
02What to seeMosque of Ibn TulunExplore →
The Mosque of Ibn Tulun is a mosque in Islamic Cairo, Egypt.
03What to seeMosque-Madrassa of Sultan HassanExplore →
The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hasan is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in Salah al-Din Square in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt.
04What to seeAl-Azhar MosqueExplore →
Al-Azhar Mosque, known in Egypt simply as al-Azhar, is a mosque in the historic Islamic core of the city of Cairo, Egypt.
05What to seeRhoda IslandExplore →
Roda Island is an island neighbourhood in the Nile in central Cairo, alternatively or partially known as Manial al-Roda, or al-Manial, in reference to the main village that existed on the island before it was urbanised…
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Muhammad Ali Mosque
The Muhammad Ali Mosque, also known as the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, is a mosque located in the Citadel of Cairo, Egypt.
07Mosque of Amr ibn al-As
The Amr ibn al-As Mosque is a mosque, located in the Fustat neighbourhood of Old Cairo, Egypt.
08Babylon Fortress
Babylon Fortress is an ancient Roman fortress on the eastern bank of the Nile Delta, located in the area known today as Old Cairo or Coptic Cairo.
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What to plan a trip around, month by month.
April in Cairo
Cairo in April. One of the best months to visit Cairo. Typical daytime highs around 88°F (31°C).
October in Cairo
Cairo in October. One of the best months to visit Cairo. Typical daytime highs around 90°F (32°C).
November in Cairo
Cairo in November. One of the best months to visit Cairo. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Cairo International (CAI).
Know before you go
- Visit the Pyramids at opening to beat heat and crowds.
- Agree taxi fares before you get in, or use a ride app.
- The Grand Egyptian Museum holds Tutankhamun's treasures.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
The best time to visit Cairo is Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov, in Egypt.
Where is Cairo?
Cairo is in Egypt. The nearest major airport is Cairo International (CAI).
What is Cairo known for?
The Pyramids, the Nile, and 5,000 years of history.
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