Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people. It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22 million people.
Source: tocairo.com
Explore Egypt’s capital with real walking tours, ancient site tours, and modern museum experiences.
Enjoy the lively streets and markets of Cairo in this high‑definition walking tour.
An immersive livestream‑style walking tour through different neighborhoods of Cairo.
Experience the Giza plateau with this in‑depth walking tour among the pyramids and the iconic sphinx.
Discover the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization — all set near the Giza Plateau, with spectacular artifacts and exhibits. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Explore the historic Khan el‑Khalili bazaar, one of Cairo’s most famous street markets and cultural hubs.
The Pyramids of Giza — including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — and the Great Sphinx are among the most iconic monuments of ancient Egypt, part of the Giza Plateau just outside modern Cairo. They remain top destinations for travelers exploring Egyptian history. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization, located near the Giza Plateau. It houses vast collections of ancient artifacts, including spectacular Tutankhamun treasures, and opened officially in late 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Khan el‑Khalili has been a bustling market and cultural center for centuries, with spices, crafts, and traditional Egyptian street culture. It’s one of the best places in Cairo to experience local life. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Cairo blends ancient heritage, dynamic city life, and cultural depth — making it one of Africa’s most fascinating capitals to visit. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Egyptian pop superstar Amr Diab and his famous song “Tamally Maak” (Always With You) trended on social media after Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim selected the track as the background music for photos posted on his official Instagram account. The photos captured his reception of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi upon the latter’s arrival at …
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The decision by the global credit rating agency Fitch to affirm Egypt’s rating at “B” with a stable outlook has been welcomed by economic experts and academics, as well as the Finance Ministry, which emphasized that the Egyptian economy has once again demonstrated its resilience and ability to absorb shocks amidst regional turmoil. The ministry …
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Egypt has strongly condemned recent attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh that targeted the facility and a Saudia Airlines aircraft, killing three Saudi citizens and injuring several civilians. The official statement coincided with reports of a fresh explosion at the hub on Saturday that forced its evacuation and grounded flights. In a […]
Egypt’s annual urban inflation rate fell to 13.9% in September, down from 14.5% in August 2026, according to the Central Agency for Public Mobilisation and Statistics (CAPMAS). However, monthly inflation accelerated to 1.3% in September, compared with 0.1% in August, driven primarily by higher vegetable and food prices. In a statement issued on Saturday, CAPMAS […]
An Egyptian was among 12 people killed and 309 injured in Saturday's attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, Saudi authorities said.
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Explore the history of mummies with this straightforward guide. You will discover the exact biological processes and rituals used by ancient priests.
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Karim Badawi, Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, held talks with Greek Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou and Cypriot Energy Minister Michael Damianos on accelerating East Mediterranean gas development and connecting regional resources to European markets. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Eastern Mediterranean Gas Forum’s (EMGF) high-level roundtable in Athens, […]
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Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Cyprus and turning discovered gas resources into production and commercial projects, while leveraging Egypt’s integrated infrastructure for receiving produced gas, processing and liquefying it, and supporting regional cooperation and energy security. This came at a meeting with Michael Damianos, Cypriot […]
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