This is the closest thing I have seen to a European medieval castle. I would have paid four times the price (it was a mere 25 L.E. to enter) to see this place! Explore all three floors of the keep, walk around the walls and enjoy the views and nice wind that blows in off the sea. This was my... More

This fort is a must see, the architecture is wonderful and the sea view is amazing. You should go before 5 PM I think, because it closes right after.

An worthy place to see first hand and our first look at the Mediterranean Ocean which was exciting for us. Alot of traffic around this area and along the promenade area. Well worth a visit.

Go on a Friday morning when the traffic is easy on the Corniche. Avoid the tat sellers on the approach, less persistent than at Luxor but still a pain. A nice walk around if the weather is fine.

nice historical place to visit but very crowded specially at summer

This fort was damaged by the British bombardment of Alexandria in the 1880's, so its historical interest is not great. It is however on a headland, with the most beautiful views back towards the corniche. There is a mosque inside and a naval museum. It is worth a visit for the superb views, and because it was apparently originally built... More

Terrible state of preservation, nasty police men in and outside the citadel, it needs lots of work in and out..add few museums and tour and something about the lighthouse in the wide empty courtyard

The Fort of Quaitbay is a 15th century fortress built on the exact site of the ancient Faros Lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. There are some wonderful views of the city of Alexandria to be had from the battlements, but the fort itself is empty, except for hordes of rather insolent schoolchildren on the day... More

As the site of the Pharos Lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the location is a must for anyone interested in history. The castle itself is well maintained and in a scenic location jutting out into the sea at the end of the Corniche.