5 Days in Alexandria: Mediterranean Experience Itinerary
The ultimate deep dive into the region, perfect for history buffs and slow travellers. This itinerary covers all major city sights, adds extensive museum visits, and includes fascinating day trips to the desert fringes for unique archaeological and UNESCO heritage sites. It ensures you leave with a comprehensive understanding of the city's incredible historical weight.
1 The Coastal Icons
- MORNING
Citadel of Qaitbay
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OVERVIEW & STATS
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- EGP 200
- Established
- In 1477, making it 549 years old
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- AFTERNOON
Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque
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- Established
- In 1307, making it 719 years old
- AFTERNOON
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
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- Established
- In 2002, making it 24 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architectural Styles
- Expressionist
- Architects
- Snøhetta
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- EVENING
Stanley Bridge
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- Architectural Styles
- Renaissance Revival
2 Graeco-Roman Splendour
- MORNING
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
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- EGP 200
- Established
- In 200, making it 1826 years old
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3 Royal Estates & Jewels
- MORNING
Montaza Palace
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- Established
- In 1892, making it 134 years old
- AFTERNOON
Royal Jewelry Museum
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- EGP 220
- Established
- In 1986, making it 40 years old
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4 The Western Reaches & Antiquity
- MORNING
Abu Mena
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ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- World Heritage Site
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- EVENING
Ras El Tin Palace
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- Established
- In 1847, making it 179 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architectural Styles
- Renaissance Revival
- Architects
- Pietro Avoscani
5 Museums & Belle Époque Elegance
- MORNING
Alexandria National Museum
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- Possible Cost
- EGP 220
- Established
- In 2003, making it 23 years old
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- AFTERNOON
Graeco-Roman Museum
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- Possible Cost
- EGP 400
- Established
- In 1892, making it 134 years old
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- AFTERNOON
Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1354, making it 672 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architectural Styles
- Eclecticism In Art
- EVENING
Alexandria Opera House
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1921, making it 105 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architects
- Georges Parcq
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3 Days in Alexandria: Ancient Ruins & Cosmopolitan Elegance Itinerary
This balanced itinerary allows you to dive deep into the city's rich, layered history. You will spend time exploring the subterranean Roman tombs, marvelling at the modern library, and wandering through the grand Belle Époque commercial districts. It strikes the perfect pace between historical exploration and relaxing coastal strolls.
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