Discover EGYPT'S Hidden Gems Beyond the Pyramids | Cairo Travel Guide
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Giza Pyramid Complex
Historic site · Giza Plateau
Entry is 700 EGP, or half price (350 EGP) with a student ID; camel rides cost about 350 EGP for two.
Great Pyramid of Giza
Historic site · Giza Plateau · brief mention
Crowds tend to stay at the Great Pyramid, even at 8 a.m.
Pyramid of Khafre
Historic site · Giza Plateau
It is often nearly empty while the crowds stay at the Great Pyramid.
Pyramid of Menkaure
Historic site · Giza Plateau
Going inside costs an additional fee on top of the site ticket.
Giza Panoramic Viewpoint
Landmark · Giza Plateau
It is crowded with tourists and smells strongly of horses and camels.
Great Sphinx of Giza
Historic site · Giza Plateau
The Sphinx's missing nose is a highlight to look for.
9 Pyramids Lounge
Restaurant · Giza Plateau
Prices are on the higher side, but the views are rated the best of the day; hummus and falafel were ordered.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Museum · Giza
Entry was 1,200 EGP; the King Tut exhibit and children's museum were not fully open yet, and there is a food court.
Khan el-Khalili
Market · Islamic Cairo
Vendors are very pushy; beware of perfume shops that pressure visitors into buying.
