Walking in Cairo mostly means parks, the Nile riverside and strolls on sand at ancient sites. Desert valleys lie just outside the city; set out early in the morning to avoid the heat.
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A panoramic walk on sand between the three great pyramids and the Sphinx.
Tip: Buy tickets at the official booth and beware of pushy guides.
Show on mapA calm hilltop park with gardens overlooking the rooftops of old Cairo.
Tip: There is an entry fee; the view is best at sunset.
Show on mapAn evening Nile walk from Qasr El Nil Bridge across Gezira Island.
Tip: Along the way you can take a short felucca ride on the Nile.
Show on mapOutside the city – about 0.75 hours
A long desert-edge walk around Djoser's Step Pyramid.
Tip: It can be combined with Dahshur on the same day.
Show on mapThe best panoramic viewpoint over the whole Cairo skyline, on rocky ridges.
Tip: Arrange a ride back for after dark and stay near other people.
Show on mapA desert walk through limestone canyons and fossil-rich rocks near Maadi.
Tip: Bring plenty of water and a hat; there is almost no shade.
Show on mapOutside the city – about 1 hours
A quiet desert walk between the Bent and Red Pyramids, away from the crowds.
Tip: Going inside the Red Pyramid requires a separate fee.
Show on mapOutside the city – about 0.75 hours
A calm walk among historic barrages and shaded gardens where the Nile splits in two.
Tip: It is very crowded on weekends, so go on a weekday.
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