Alexandria Egypt 5 Day Itinerary

Title: 5-Day Alexandria Travel Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival & Greco-Roman Sites

  • Arrive at Borg El Arab International Airport or Alexandria Port.
  • Check-in at a centrally located hotel like the Sofitel Cecil, Ramses Hilton or similar for convenience.
  • Visit the Library of Alexandria. Explore its exhibits and don’t miss the Manuscript Museum and the Astronomy Dome. [Address: Sharia Al-Ataba El-Alexandia]
  • Head to Roman Amphitheater (North of the Library). A well-preserved Greco-Roman theater dating back to 2nd century AD. [Address: Sharia Abu Al-Feda]
  • For dinner, savor Mediterranean cuisine at Gabriella. It offers a stunning view of the library and Corniche. [Address: Corniche Graica El Montaza]

Day 2 - Pompey’s Pillar & Montaza Palace

  • Begin with Pompey’s Pillar, a 30m high column made from red Aswan granite dating back to the 3rd century AD. [Address: Sharia Al-Tahrir]
  • Visit Montaza Palace Gardens. Enjoy the beautiful botanical garden, serene beaches and the magnificent palace itself. Don’t forget to check out the royal carriages museum. [Address: Sharia Abu El Abbas Al Mursi]
  • For lunch, try local dishes at Abu Shady Restaurant inside Montaza Palace Gardens.
  • In the evening, stroll along the Alexandria Corniche. Enjoy a cup of tea at one of the many street side kiosks and watch the sunset.

Day 3 - Ancient Alexandria & Graeco-Roman Museum

  • Discover ancient Alexandria by visiting El-Shatby Excavations, where the remains of Alexandria’s lighthouse, Pharos, can be found. [Address: Sharia El-Shorouk]
  • Spend the afternoon at the Graeco-Roman Museum. It showcases artifacts from the Greco-Roman period in Egypt, including mummies and sarcophagi. [Address: Sharia Al-Tahrir]
  • Dine at Kotobia, a popular restaurant in Alexandria serving traditional Egyptian dishes. [Address: Sharia El Moez]

Day 4 - Qaitbay Citadel & Alexandria National Museum

  • Visit the Qaitbay Citadel built on the site of the Pharos island’s ancient lighthouse. [Address: Corniche Qaitbey]
  • Explore the Alexandria National Museum. It features artifacts from pharaonic, Coptic, Islamic and Greco-Roman eras. [Address: Sharia Yousef El Guindi]
  • Have lunch at Khan el Khalili Restaurant, offering a variety of Egyptian dishes in a traditional setting. [Address: 36, Sharia Attareen]
  • Spend the evening enjoying the vibrant nightlife at Casino Semiramis or similar venues. [Address: Corniche El Montaza]

Day 5 - El Morshedy & Departure

  • Visit El Morshedy, a popular local cafe where you can try traditional Egyptian sweets and enjoy a cup of tea. [Address: Sharia Abou Al Abbas Al Mursi]
  • Before departure, don’t forget to pick up souvenirs from the local shops in the neighborhoods of Sanaya or Bab El-Shaar.
  • Departure from Borg El Arab International Airport or Alexandria Port.