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Alexandria / Where Cleopatra ruled supreme

MeowScore 😾70/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😾
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

May

Ideal weather and charming city atmosphere.

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january

Mild winter, ideal for exploring museums and ancient ruins

🎭
february

Roman Amphitheatre Festival

🍊
march

Orange-blossom-scented streets, comfortable weather for seaside walks

🌊
april

Easter celebrations, crowded beaches, and vibrant nightlife

🚶‍♀️
may

Pleasant weather and perfect for wandering the historic streets of the city

🌞
june

Sun and sea, ideal for beachgoers looking for sunny days

👨‍👩‍👧
july

Seaside resorts in full swing, excellent for family vacations

🎼
august

Music festival season, local markets teem with life

🍇
september

Grape harvest-themed festivals and bustling streets

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october

Pleasant temperatures make it perfect for outdoor activities and city exploration

🍁
november

Mild weather and autumnal colours for a romantic city break

🎄
december

Christmas decorations light up the streets, cosy and intimate atmosphere

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Shopping in Alexandria can range from affordable street markets to higher-end malls. Some prices may be negotiable, but bargaining skills are necessary. Prices for food and drinks are generally cheap, but transportation can be expensive.

Visit the local souks for affordable shopping and try the street food for budget-friendly meals. Consider taking public transportation or walking instead of relying on taxis.

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

Historical landmarks & Mediterranean sea

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

Historical landmarks & Mediterranean sea

Alexandria is a compact city and can be explored in a few days. Some visitors choose to extend their stay for seaside relaxation.

Tipping

5-10%

Tipping is expected

Tipping

5-10%

Tipping is expected

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is possible.

internet situation

meh Speed

Average speed compared to other cities

great Availability

Solid availability with multiple providers

great Cellular

Good coverage and signal strength throughout city

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Limited Infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobic society

Cat paradise with fish markets and beaches - but the humans are too noisy!

Cats will love exploring the ancient ruins, but watch out for street food vendors stealing your fish!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Stanley Bridge
2
Pompey's Pillar
3
Montaza Palace
4
Citadel of Qaitbay
5
Bibliotheca Alexandrina

The mainstream

1
Stanley Bridge

A scenic suspension bridge that spans the Eastern Harbor. A paw-some place to take a long walk or nap in the sea breeze. 🌉😴

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2
Pompey's Pillar

A towering granite column from the Roman period, dedicated to Emperor Diocletian. A perch-fect spot to take in panoramic views of Alexandria. 🗼🐈

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3
Montaza Palace

An elegant palace and garden complex on the Mediterranean Sea. A great place to sunbathe, chase butterflies, and enjoy a fishy picnic. 🌊🐟

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4
Citadel of Qaitbay

A 15th-century fortress built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. A paw-some place to explore the ancient history of Alexandria. 🏰🐾

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5
Bibliotheca Alexandrina

A modern library with stunning architecture and a large collection of books, museums, and galleries. Cat-egorically a must-visit spot for all feline bookworms. 📚🐱

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Off the beaten path

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Al-Quds Mediterranean Kitchen
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El Reyada Bike Park
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Borg El Arab Stadium
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Graeco-Roman Museum
📚
Library of Alexandria

Off the beaten path

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Al-Quds Mediterranean Kitchen

A meow-velous restaurant serving delicious Mediterranean cuisine. A hidden gem for cats with excellent taste. Don't miss the lamb kebab!

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El Reyada Bike Park

A hidden gem for adventurous cats! This bike park offers thrilling trails, ramps and jumps for bikers of all levels. Watch out for those paws!

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Borg El Arab Stadium

A purrfect cat-tivity for sports lovers. This modern stadium is home to a local football team and hosts exciting matches throughout the year.

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🏛️
Graeco-Roman Museum

A hidden treasure of Alexandria, showcasing stunning ancient Greek and Roman art and artifacts. A cat-friendly museum to explore!

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📚
Library of Alexandria

A modern tribute to the legendary ancient library that was destroyed centuries ago. A wonderful place to learn, read and cat-nap!

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biking hostile

Limited Infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobic society

Mindful meoweler tips

The Great Library of Alexandria

The most famous library in ancient times. Sadly it no longer exists, but its legacy can still be felt throughout the city.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

A modern-day library built to pay homage to the great ancient library. Definitely worth a visit!

Alexandria National Museum

Displays artifacts from the Pharaonic, Roman, Greek, and Islamic eras of Alexandria's history.

Banque Misr

A historic building with stunning Islamic architecture. Definitely worth a stop during a walking tour of the city.

Montaza Palace

A stunning palace that was once the summer residence of the Royal family. You can now visit and explore the lush gardens.

Useful external sites

www.visitegypt.com/en/cities/alexandria

Visit Alexandria↗

Official tourism website of Alexandria. Provides information on attractions, events, accommodations, and travel tips.

alexandria.com

Alexandria Guide↗

Comprehensive travel guide to Alexandria. Includes information on history, culture, places to visit, eat, and stay.

www.egypttoday.com/Section/Cities/Alexandria

Egypt Today - Alexandria↗

Portal that offers news, events, and features related to Alexandria, as well as practical information and travel tips.

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