Good to know
- Tickets
- Entry fee applies, with higher prices for foreign visitors. Pay at the gate.
- Time needed
- 2 to 3 hours
- Best time
- Morning to avoid midday heat
- Getting there
- Taxi from central Cairo or nearby metro stations
Itineraries with Cairo Citadel
Cairo Citadel is on day 2
Day 2 of Cairo & the Pyramids
Khan el-Khalili and Citadel
How Cairo Citadel fits into a day.- 9:00Khan el-Khalili Bazaar StrollKhan el-Khalili
- 10:45Al-Azhar Mosque VisitAl-Azhar
- 14:00Citadel of SaladinCairo Citadel
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Cairo Citadel questions
What is inside the Cairo Citadel?
The complex contains mosques, palaces and museums focused on Egyptian military history.
Is the Cairo Citadel open every day?
It is usually open daily from morning until late afternoon. Hours can be shorter during Ramadan.
How long does a visit to the Cairo Citadel take?
Most visitors spend 2 to 3 hours exploring the main sites.
