THE BEST Sights and Attractions in Alexandria

🏛️ Sights and Attractions in Alexandria

• Citadel of Qaitbay — The Citadel of Qaitbay is a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast, on Pharos Island in Alexandria, Egypt. It was built from 1477 to 1479 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qaitbay. The Citadel is situated on the eastern side of the northern tip of
• Pompey's Pillar — is a Roman triumphal column in Alexandria, Egypt. Despite its modern name, it was actually set up in honour of the Roman emperor Diocletian between 298–302 AD. The giant Corinthian column originally supported a colossal porphyry statue of the emperor in armour. It
• Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa — The catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are a historical archaeological site located in Alexandria, Egypt, and are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.
• Montaza Palace Gardens — Montaza Palace is a palace, museum and extensive gardens in the Montaza district of Alexandria, Egypt. It was built on a low plateau east of central Alexandria overlooking a beach on the Mediterranean Sea.
• Alexandria National Museum — A museum in Alexandria showcasing local history, art, and cultural artifacts, offering visitors a deeper understanding of the region's heritage.
• Corniche — The Corniche is a waterfront promenade corniche in Alexandria, Egypt, running along the Eastern Harbour. It is one of the major corridors for traffic in Alexandria, alongside Abu Qir Street, the Ring Road, and the Mahmoudia Axis. The Corniche is formally designated "26 of July Ro
• Royal Jewellery Museum — The Royal Jewelry Museum is an art and history museum in Alexandria, Egypt. It is located in the former palace of Princess Fatma Al-Zahra' in Zizenia neighborhood. The building's halls contain an inestimable collection of jewels and jewelry of the Muhammad Ali Dynasty. 19th-centu
• American Cultural Centre — A historic cultural center in Alexandria promoting American-Egyptian cultural exchange, hosting art exhibitions, film screenings, and educational programs.
• Instituto Cervantes — The Spanish cultural institute in Alexandria, offering Spanish language courses, cultural events, and a library in a historic building.
• Natural History Museum — The Royal Jewelry Museum is an art and history museum in Alexandria, Egypt. It is located in the former palace of Princess Fatma Al-Zahra' in Zizenia neighborhood. The building's halls contain an inestimable collection of jewels and jewelry of the Muhammad Ali Dynasty. 19th-centu