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The three pyramids of Giza with the queens’ pyramids in front, across the desert under a clear sky

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A place to ask about Cairo and the Nile: the Pyramids and the GEM, where to stay and eat, the metro and the sleeper trains. Please keep it friendly and practical.

Ask a local

Planning a first visit? Ask Cairenes and seasoned visitors about anything from the Giza entrance to Ramadan hours.

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House rules: keep it about Cairo and the topic; off-topic political slogans and campaigning on any cause will be removed. Be civil and respectful, no personal attacks, no links or advertising. Comments are public and moderated, and we may remove any that break the rules. Please don’t share personal details such as phone numbers or emails.

Food & drink

Koshary and ful, molokhia and pigeon, the Nile boats and the hotel rooftops.

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House rules: keep it about Cairo and the topic; off-topic political slogans and campaigning on any cause will be removed. Be civil and respectful, no personal attacks, no links or advertising. Comments are public and moderated, and we may remove any that break the rules. Please don’t share personal details such as phone numbers or emails.

Restaurants   Bars

Pyramids & museums

The Pyramids, the GEM, the Egyptian Museum, NMEC and the mosques of the old city.

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Sights   Arts & Culture

Visas, transport & safety

The e-visa, the airports, the metro, ride-hailing and the trains to Luxor and Aswan. Please keep it practical.

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House rules: keep it about Cairo and the topic; off-topic political slogans and campaigning on any cause will be removed. Be civil and respectful, no personal attacks, no links or advertising. Comments are public and moderated, and we may remove any that break the rules. Please don’t share personal details such as phone numbers or emails.

Getting around Cairo   Cairo essentials

Travellers’ tips

Back from Cairo? Tell other visitors what you found, from a quiet hour at the Pyramids to the best koshary.

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