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Zamalek (Gezira Island), Cairo

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Experience the atmosphere of Zamalek (Gezira Island), an upscale Cairo neighborhood linked to the downtown by a bridge. Developed in the 19th century, the district remains notable for its quiet, affluent areas, spacious green parks, and a vibrant cultural scene. Stroll the leafy avenues of the island neighborhood, home to large numbers of embassies and ex-pat inhabitants, or visit one of its numerous galleries, museums, and music venues. You'll find plenty to do here, as the district teems with bars, restaurants, high-end shops, and charming cafes. To visit Zamalek (Gezira Island) and other attractions in Cairo, use our Cairo day trip tool.

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Zamalek (Gezira Island) reviews

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503 reviews

By Ogi0

The island is nice to walk around, the traffic is not too heavy. Here are the Egyptian Opera, several parks, the Cairo Tower - there is a lot to see.

The island is nice to walk around, the traffic is not too heavy. Here are the Egyptian Opera, several parks, the Cairo Tower - there is a lot to see. more »
By Navy_K80

The island is accessible by walking from Tahrir square. We had a short walk there and probably it was the only place in Cairo we felt we smell fresh clean air, it has huge gardens and Cairo tower is..... more

The island is accessible by walking from Tahrir square. We had a short walk there and probably it was the only place in Cairo we felt we smell fresh clean air, it has huge gardens and Cairo tower is..... more »
By deanosaur89

This was one of the most walkable areas in Cairo and the area around the restaurants and embassies is quite clean. There are also lots of good restaurants on the island. There are some nice areas for.... more

This was one of the most walkable areas in Cairo and the area around the restaurants and embassies is quite clean. There are also lots of good restaurants on the island. There are some nice areas for.... more »