Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Alexandria, Egypt

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Tour Facts

Number of sights 7 sights
Distance 2.8 km
Ascend 80 m
Descend 77 m

Experience Alexandria in Egypt in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Individual Sights in Alexandria

Sight 1: Alexandria Opera House

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Alexandria Opera House or Sayed Darwish Theatre was built in 1918 and opened in 1921 in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. When it opened, it was named Teatro Mohamed Ali.

Wikipedia: Alexandria Opera House (EN)

134 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 2: Cavafy Museum

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Cavafy Museum is an apartment museum in center Alexandria, Egypt, which formerly was the residence of the Greek poet Constantine P. Cavafy, where he lived most of his life.

Wikipedia: Cavafy Museum (EN)

204 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 3: Saint Mark's Cathedral

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Saint Mark's Cathedral

Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral is a Coptic church in Alexandria, Egypt. It is the historical seat of the Pope of Alexandria, the head of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

Wikipedia: Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral (Alexandria) (EN), Website

155 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 4: Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue

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Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue

Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue is a synagogue in Alexandria, Egypt built in the Neo-Gothic style. It is located in Nabi Daniel street. An earlier synagogue was built on the site in 1354, but was bombed and destroyed by the French during their invasion of Egypt in 1798. A new synagogue, the current building, began construction in 1850 with contributions from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty. It is included on the World Monuments Fund's 2018 list of monuments at risk.

Wikipedia: Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue (EN)

296 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 5: Mahatet El Raml

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Mahatet El Raml is a neighborhood in Alexandria, Egypt. It features a large public square containing the main station of the Alexandria tramways. It is one of the main centers for tourism, retail, and entertainment in the city.

Wikipedia: Mahatet El Raml (EN)

1531 meters / 18 minutes

Sight 6: Alexandria National Museum

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The Alexandria National Museum (ANM) is a museum in Alexandria, Egypt. It was inaugurated the 31 December 2003 by Hosni Mubarak and it is located in a renovated Italian style palace in Tariq Al-Horreya Street (former Rue Fouad). The building used to be home to the United States consulate.

Wikipedia: Alexandria National Museum (EN)

478 meters / 6 minutes

Sight 7: Al Shalalat Gardens

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Shallalat Gardens is the name of the ancient garden located in Alexandria, Egypt. The Shallalat Gardens occupy a large area of the Al Shatby neighborhood.

Wikipedia: Shallalat Gardens (EN)

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