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Things to see in Alexandria (Egypt): 45 places and when to go
Alexandria is a major city in Egypt with around 4,165,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 45 places in and around it, mainly Temples (15), History (14), Museums and art (9). The best known are Lighthouse of Alexandria, Abu Mena and Abu Qir Bay. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May and September. In June there are 14 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Egypt · 31.202, 29.9481
- Population
- About 4,165,000
- Places
- 45 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (15) · History (14) · Museums and art (9) · With kids (5) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May and September.
- Nearest airport
- CAI Cairo, 184 km as the crow flies
What to see in Alexandria
The places in and around Alexandria, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Lighthouse of AlexandriaLighthouse in Egypt, built in the 3rd century BC and destroyed in the Middle Ages6.1 km
- Abu MenaNature · History48 km
- Abu Qir BayBay on the Mediterranean coast of Egypt24 km
- Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi MosqueMosque in Egypt6.3 km
- HeracleionAncient Egyptian city, now submerged, near Abukir20 km
- Pompey's PillarRoman triumphal column in Alexandria, Egypt5.4 km
- Catacombs of Kom El ShoqafaArchaeological site in Egypt5.9 km
- Citadel of QaitbayBuilding in Alexandria, Egypt6.1 km
- Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox CathedralChurch in Alexandria, Egypt4.6 km
- Alexandria National MuseumMuseum in Alexandria, Egypt3.3 km
- Eliyahu Hanavi SynagogueSynagogue in Alexandria, Egypt4.5 km
- Graeco-Roman MuseumMuseum in Alexandria, Egypt3.9 km
- Ras El Tin PalacePalace in Alexandria, Egypt7.6 km
- Kom El DekaNature · History4.2 km
- MareaArchaeological site in Egypt36 km
- St. Catherine's Cathedral, AlexandriaCathedral in Alexandria, Egypt5.2 km
- Royal Jewelry MuseumArt museum in Egypt4.5 km
- Cavafy MuseumMuseum in Alexandria, Egypt4.5 km
- Nabi Daniel MosqueMosque in Egypt4.4 km
- Alexandria Museum of Fine ArtsMuseum in Alexandria, Egypt3.4 km
- Sidi Bishr MosqueMosque in Egypt7.5 km
- Roman Theatre of AlexandriaAncient Roman theatre or odeon in Alexandria, Egypt4.3 km
- Planetarium Science CenterDepartment in the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria, Egypt3.9 km
- Sidi Yaqut Al-Arsh MosqueMosque in Alexandria, Egypt6.4 km
And the other 21, by what you come to do:
- Temples: Al-Qiddissin, Al Mouwasat Mosque, Abu Ali Mosque, Ali Bek Genina Mosque, Saint Mark's Anglican Pro-Cathedral, Ibn Khaldun Mosque, Protestant Church of Alexandria, Saint Mary and St. Moses the Black Coptic Orthodox Church
- History: town wall of Alexandria, Shatby Necropolis, Statue of Saad Zaghloul, necropolis of al-Anfushi
- Beaches: El Shatby Beach, Bittern Shoal, Bittern Shoal
- With kids: Africa Safari Park, Bashayer al Khair, Karamantas, Kouta Park, Tete Park
- Museums and art: Dusk&Dawn, Mahmoud Saeed Museum
When to go to Alexandria
The best time to visit Alexandria is October to April; also possible: May and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:11
- FebBest time10:54
- MarBest time11:46
- AprBest time12:46
- MayPossible13:35
- JunBetter not14:01
- JulBetter not13:50
- AugBetter not13:08
- SepPossible12:11
- OctBest time11:13
- NovBest time10:23
- DecBest time9:59
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 59. In April, 43 of the 45 places are at their best.
When to go to Egypt in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alexandria
The nearest main airport is Cairo International Airport (CAI, Cairo), 184 km as the crow flies. How to get around Egypt (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Cairo77 places179 km
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And all of Egypt, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alexandria?
The best known: Lighthouse of Alexandria, Abu Mena, Abu Qir Bay, Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, Heracleion. In all, 45 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
October to April; also possible: May and September. In June there are 14 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 59.
How do you get to Alexandria?
The nearest main airport is Cairo International Airport (CAI), 184 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alexandria as the destination and these 45 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- EgyptBefore travelling to Egypt: 9 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. You need a visa: buy it on arrival at the airport for about 25 dollars in cash, or apply…
- Temples100 places for temples in Egypt, from Mosque of Ibn Tulun to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: October to April. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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