Al-Basatin

Cairo

The first mosque on the African continent! The Mosque of sahaba Amr ibn al-As was originally built in 641–642 AD, as the center of the newly founded capital of Egypt, Fustat. The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt & Africa. The location for the mosque was the site of the tent of the commander of the conquering army, sahaba Amr ibn al-As. One corner of the mosque contains the tomb of his son, 'Abd Allah ibn 'Amr ibn al-'As. The mosque is a prominent landmark, and can be seen in what today is known as "Old Cairo". It is an active mosque with a devout congregation, and when prayers are not taking place, it is also open to visitors and tourists.
The first mosque on the African continent! The Mosque of sahaba Amr ibn al-As was originally built in 641–642 AD, as the center of the newly founded capital of Egypt, Fustat. The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt & Africa. The location for the mosque was the site of the tent of the commander of the conquering army, sahaba Amr ibn al-As. One corner of the mosque contains the tomb of his son, 'Abd Allah ibn 'Amr ibn al-'As. The mosque is a prominent landmark, and can be seen in what today is known as "Old Cairo". It is an active mosque with a devout congregation, and when prayers are not taking place, it is also open to visitors and tourists.

Popular places to visit

Historical Giza pyramids in Egypt shot by drone.

Giza Pyramid Complex

You can learn more about the history of Giza when you make a stop at a top site such as Giza Pyramid Complex. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Giza Pyramid Complex
A grand view of the Great Sphinx of Giza with scaffolding for restoration work on a bright hot day on the Giza plateau with the Pyramid of Khufu in the background

Grand Egyptian Museum

You can study the exhibits at Grand Egyptian Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Giza. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

Grand Egyptian Museum
Pyramid of Khufu

Pyramid of Khufu

Pyramid of Khufu is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

Pyramid of Khufu
Great Sphinx and Pyramid of Mankaura Giza Egypt

Great Sphinx of Giza

Great Sphinx of Giza is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Great Sphinx of Giza
Cairo, Egypt - Nov 2nd 2018 - Tourists in front of the main entrance of the Egypt history museum in Cairo in a blue sky day

Egyptian Museum

You can study the exhibits at Egyptian Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Egyptian Museum
Ramses II Obelisk in the Tahrir Square, beautiful sunset view of Cairo, Egypt

Tahrir Square

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Tahrir Square

Things to do

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HK$117
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Belly Dancing and Hotel Transfer
Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside Pyramids

Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,inside Pyramids|Tombs

HK$170
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96% of travellers recommend
Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,inside Pyramids|Tombs
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CAC Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge & EAS (International Departures)

HK$445
per adult
CAC Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge & EAS (International Departures)
6 Days Nile Cruise:Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel with Train Tickets from Cairo

6 Days Nile Cruise:Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel with Train Tickets from Cairo

HK$8,532
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6 Days Nile Cruise:Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel with Train Tickets from Cairo
VIP privatr tour Giza pyramids sphins &Saqqara and Memphis

VIP privatr tour Giza pyramids sphins &Saqqara and Memphis

HK$23
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VIP privatr tour Giza pyramids sphins &Saqqara and Memphis
Egyptian Muesum

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HK$63
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98% of travellers recommend
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Top hotels in Al-Basatin

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is HK$1,096 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
HK$1,096
HK$1,441 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,132 reviews)
Its good

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is HK$3,986 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$3,986
HK$5,140 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (832 reviews)
Beautiful location and convenient for seeing Giza Plateau. Staff are very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Galaa Square Giza
The price is HK$1,055 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
HK$1,055
HK$1,360 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (376 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is HK$1,090 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$1,090
HK$1,406 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (190 reviews)
Very nice 2 days

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

5 out of 5
1113 Corniche El Nil Street Cairo
The price is HK$1,797 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
HK$1,797
HK$2,318 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Cairo Intl. Airport Road, Heliopolis Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is HK$579 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
HK$579
HK$766 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great staff and great hotel

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
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Other neighbourhoods around Al-Basatin

Beautiful orange sunset in the Cairo, Egypt. View from the rooftop on the Maadi district

Maadi

4/5(3 area reviews)

Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city.

Maadi
Cairo has more than Pyramids.

Al-Khalifa

While visiting Al-Khalifa, you might make a stop by sights like Cairo Citadel and Monastery of Saint Simon.

Al-Khalifa
Take a trip down the Nile and imagine how far it floats

Old Cairo

4/5(1 area review)

Old Cairo is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Al-Malek Al-Saleh Station or Mar Girgis Station to explore sights like Manial Palace.

Old Cairo
#history Originally Beit El Kertlia, this historic home has so many grand rooms, ornate decor, beautiful courtyards, gardens and and my favorite part, the rooftop (you can see Ibn Tulum mosque from here). ⁣ ⁣ One of the many interesting features in this house, is an indoor well, it is in the first room you can enter to your right. They say if you stare closely down the well, you'll see the face of your lover staring back at you

As-Sayidah Zaynab

While you're in As-Sayidah Zaynab, take in top sights like Townhouse Gallery or Gayer-Anderson Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sayyeda Zeinab Station or Saad Zaghloul Station.

As-Sayidah Zaynab
Abdeen Palace, a residence of the President of Egypt - Cairo

Abdin

While you're in Abdin, take in top sights like Abdeen Palace or El-Ghuri Wakala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.

Abdin
Mosque Sultan Hassan

Garden City

Some popular features of Garden City include its restaurants and museums. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Garden City

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