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Cleopatra's city where Hellenistic glory met the sea
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About Alexandria
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
April, May, June, September, October, November
Things to do in Alexandria
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Weather by month
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January
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
March
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
July
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
August
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
December
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Alexandria trades the Pharaonic monuments of the Nile Valley for a Mediterranean port city with a layered Greek, Roman and Ottoman past, anchored by a sweeping seafront corniche. The modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina nods to the ancient Great Library, while catacombs, a sunken royal quarter, and faded belle-époque cafés give the city a different, more relaxed character than Cairo.
Best areas to stay in Alexandria
Corniche
The long seafront promenade lined with hotels, cafés and views of the Eastern Harbour and Qaitbay Citadel.
Downtown / Mansheya
The historic commercial core with belle-époque architecture, the Cecil Hotel and Saad Zaghloul Square.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina area
Home to the striking modern library, the Alexandria National Museum and nearby university district.
Anfushi
The old fishing quarter near the Citadel, known for seafood restaurants and narrow market streets.
Getting to Alexandria
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Flights
Borg El Arab Airport serves Alexandria with limited flights; most visitors fly into Cairo and take a train or bus (around 2.5-3 hours).
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From London
~5 hours direct from London to Cairo, plus the onward train to Alexandria.
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Getting around
Trams, buses and inexpensive taxis cover the city; the corniche and downtown areas are very walkable.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
April to June and September to November offer pleasant Mediterranean weather without the summer crowds and heat.
Is Alexandria worth visiting as a day trip from Cairo?
It's possible by train (about 2.5-3 hours each way), but an overnight stay lets you enjoy the corniche and seafood restaurants without rushing.
What are the must-see sights in Alexandria?
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Roman amphitheatre at Kom el Dikka are the highlights.
What food is Alexandria known for?
Fresh Mediterranean seafood is the city's specialty, served at corniche-side restaurants, alongside Egyptian street food like koshari and ta'meya.
Is Alexandria safe and easy for tourists?
Yes — it's generally relaxed and tourist-friendly, with the corniche, trams and main sights easy to navigate on foot or by taxi.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Such a refreshing change of pace from Cairo — walked the corniche at sunset, ate incredible grilled fish, and the catacombs were fascinating.
Sophie R. · May 2024
★★★★☆
The library is stunning architecturally and the antiquities museum inside is a great introduction to the city's layered history.
Ahmed K. · October 2023
★★★★☆
Took the train from Cairo for the day — easy and comfortable. Wished we'd stayed overnight as there's more to see than fits in a day.
Birgit O. · March 2024
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