The gateway to Egypt’s Nile Valley
Daily flights from Kuwait

Top Tables

Casablanca Sweet
A low-key café that packs in the crowds with its extensive list of savoury fiteer (Egyptian-style pizza) and French-style crêpes. Sharia Tewfik Khashba, +20 88 234 2727

Sonesta
One of the few proper, sit-down restaurants in the city. Good if you’re in the mood for Lebanese mezze or Egyptian kebabs. Sharia An-Nour, +20 88 234 2778

At Your Leisure

Banana and Dates
To get a good price you’ll need to bargain hard with the felucca captains on the banks of the Nile before setting sail for Banana Island, a pleasant retreat from the congestion of the city. Stock up on picnic supplies beforehand, especially if you’re lucky enough to be in the area during the date season. The feluccas can be found at the end of Sharia Salah Salem.