Monshat Nasr Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

#History 

Also known as the Cairo Necropolis is a very interesting place to explore. The juxtaposition of life and death makes it very unique. The city has many historic tombs from the Islamic-era.

Tombs are structures often with a few rooms and even a garden.

Many inhabitants of the city were caretakers that moved there with their families and others followed suit. 

It was really interesting to me to witness how people here carry on with their everyday lives.
#History 

Also known as the Cairo Necropolis is a very interesting place to explore. The juxtaposition of life and death makes it very unique. The city has many historic tombs from the Islamic-era.

Tombs are structures often with a few rooms and even a garden.

Many inhabitants of the city were caretakers that moved there with their families and others followed suit. 

It was really interesting to me to witness how people here carry on with their everyday lives.

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Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is NZ$275 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
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21 Feb - 22 Feb
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Great staff and very friendly service. The lobby was nice decorated for the holiday season and was expansive. The room was spacious, but needed a couple of cleaning adjustments when we first checked in. The views of the Nile from our balcony was nice as well! The reason I can only rate this hotel ...

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Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
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Special was the 2 wash cloths and the mirror that did not fog. Convenient walking distance from the airport to the hotel. Not sure how you get from arrival area. As we went outside and walked down to terminal 3. The guard let us in to get to the walkway. If you can stay within terminal you arrive ...

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
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18 Feb - 19 Feb
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great gem in the middle of Cairo. Perfect location on the island a springboard to the pyramids, downtown, the bazaar, the airport. Island is tranquil, no noise at night. Amazing staff. Highly recommend

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Cairo Marriott Hotel
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
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Marriott Mena House Cairo
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

5 out of 5
1113 Corniche El Nil Street Cairo
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18 Feb - 19 Feb
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All the staff were kind and helpful. Cant wait to come back

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The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis

Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis

5 out of 5
Orouba Street Cairo Heliopolis Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is NZ$445 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
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22 Feb - 23 Feb
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Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Tivoli ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)
Staff are not well trained.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
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Other neighbourhoods around Monshat Nasr

Abdeen Palace, a residence of the President of Egypt - Cairo

Abdin

While you're in Abdin, take in top sights like Abdeen Palace or El-Ghuri Wakala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.

Abdin
Cairo has more than Pyramids.

Al-Khalifa

While visiting Al-Khalifa, you might make a stop by sights like Cairo Citadel and Monastery of Saint Simon.

Al-Khalifa
#history

Originally Beit El Kertlia, this historic home has so many grand rooms, ornate decor, beautiful courtyards, gardens and and my favorite part, the rooftop (you can see Ibn Tulum mosque from here). ⁣
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One of the many interesting features in this house, is an indoor well, it is in the first room you can enter to your right. They say if you stare closely down the well, you'll see the face of your lover staring back at you

As-Sayidah Zaynab

While you're in As-Sayidah Zaynab, take in top sights like Townhouse Gallery or Gayer-Anderson Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sayyeda Zeinab Station or Saad Zaghloul Station.

As-Sayidah Zaynab
Overlooking the Nile River

Downtown Cairo

3.5/5(33 area reviews)

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Cairo
Overlooking the Nile River

Qasr an-Nil

If you're spending time in Qasr an-Nil, check out sights like Tahrir Square or Egyptian Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.

Qasr an-Nil
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Garden City

Some popular features of Garden City include its restaurants and museums. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Garden City


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