We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Alexandria

Free Newsletter

Interested in Alexandria?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Alexandria each week.
More Lists
Other recent lists by ilovemiddleeast: 
Lists you may be interested in:
See All Alexandria Lists
We remove posts that do not follow our Traveller Lists guidelines.
We reserve the right to remove any lists for any reason.
Report a problem
Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Vacation Specials
Travel Destinations

Explore other Alexandria resources:

  [ Create a List ]
ilovemiddleeast's Traveler List
Vote on this Traveler List!

Write a thankful note to show in this member's profile.Compliment ilovemiddleeast

Culture vulture in Alexandria

Ask this member a question. ilovemiddleeast A regular visitor to Alexandria.
24 May 2008
4.0 of 5 stars based on 2 votes
Favourite places to visit in Alexandria, Egypt.
  • Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Alexandria
  • Category: Best of
  • Traveler type: Culture, Sightseeing, Never been before
  • Appeals to: Singles, Budget travellers , Tourists
  • Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
  • Tags: interest, history, to do, sights, culture
1. Pompey's Pillar and Serapeum
Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria, Egypt
Roman period pillar flanked by two re-sited sphinxes; built over Serapeum temple (temple to the Alexandrian God Serapis).There are toilets, gift shops and also remains of pillars and statues within the boundary wall. This site is a short walk from the catacombs.
Entry charge is 20 EGP.
Taxi: Carmous.
2. Kom El-Dikka
Roman Amphitheatre, Alexandria, Egypt
The Roman theatre (Odeum or Amphitheatre) is the main attraction of this larger Roman period site, much of which is still under excavation and therefore only visible from a distance (such as a Roman bath house). Entry cost is 20 EGP. There is an additional charge for entry to Villa of the Birds which has mosaics of birds,
3. Alexandria National Museum
Alexandria National Museum, Alexandria, Egypt
Well-organised museum in a restored villa with artefacts from all over Egypt. Start at the basement for the oldest remains, including mummies and work your way to the top of the building for more modern times up to the 20th century.
Entry charge is 35 EGP.
Taxi: El-MatHaf.
4. Montazah Palace Gardens
Montazah Palace Gardens, Alexandria, Egypt
Lush extensive gardens.
5. Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt
Modern iconic library on the seafront
6. Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Alexandria, Egypt
Extensive complex of catacombs (no cameras allowed inside).
Taxi: Kom El-Shoa'fa.
7. Fort Qaitbey
Fort Qaitbey, Alexandria, Egypt
Fort overlooking the harbour.
Taxi: El-Qasr.
8. Stanley Bridge
Stanley Bridge, Alexandria, Egypt
Quirky location for a beach. Stop by here on a Corniche walk. You can also pay to use the beach here. There is a sandy beach with chairs and sunshades.
9. Necropolis of Mustafa Kamel
Graeco-Romano period tombs. Some renovation work is in progress but it is still possible go enter the underground crypt.
Located near the Corniche in Roushdy.
10. Chatby Tombs
Also known as Shatbi Necropolis, this is reputedly the oldest set of tombs in Alexandria. You can see where the coffins and sarcophaguses were stored. There are also some statues and parts of columns. The lower part cannot be entered as it is wet. The garden area is nice. Some impressive remains from this site can be seen in the Alexandria National Museum.
Located next to the Youth Hostel in the Chatby area (west of the Library).
Entry cost 20 EGP.
11. Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, Alexandria, Egypt
Recently built mosque on a historic mosque site dating back to the 1700's.
12. Shallalat Garden
Small park with some historic remains and fountains. A nice place to have a picnic or to eat food bought from nearby patisseries.
Taxi: El-Hadiqa Shallalat
Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Alexandria