Alexandria travel guide
Alexandria Tourism | Alexandria Guide
You're Going to Love Alexandria
With a population of 3.81 million, Alexandria is the largest city in Al Iskandariyah, Egypt by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Alexandria deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Alexandria
If you’re looking for affordable options, Byblos (399 El-Gaish Rd) and Fresca (399 El-Gaish Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Alexandria
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alexandria in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Alexandria, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.
How to Get to Alexandria
Plane
When flying to Alexandria, you’ll arrive at Alexandria Borg El Arab (HBE), which is located 38 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Alexandria from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Alexandria is to pick up a car rental from Cairo, which is about 181 km from Alexandria. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Cairo.
Airports near Alexandria
Airlines serving Alexandria
Where to stay in Alexandria
From 5-star hotels such as the Sheraton Montazah Hotel to great affordable options like the Jewel San Stefano Hotel, Alexandria offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $91 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Alexandria
Most booked hotels in Alexandria
Renting a car in Alexandria
Renting a car in Alexandria costs $38 per day, on average, or $76 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Alexandria Borg El Arab.
Expect to pay $1.06 per gallon in Alexandria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $12.72 and $16.96. Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Alexandria, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.