10 Things to do in Alexandria
Alexandria, located on the Mediterranean coast of Egypt, is a city rich in history and culture. Known as the "Pearl of the Mediterranean," Alexandria is home to many top-rated attractions and things to do during Egypt tours, making it a must-visit destination for any traveler to include in his/her Egypt travel packages. From ancient ruins to modern delights, here are the top-rated attractions and things to do in your Alexandria day tours.
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina
This modern library is a tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria, one of the most famous libraries of the ancient world. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is home to over eight million books and is a cultural center that hosts events and exhibitions. The library also features a planetarium, an IMAX theater, and a science museum. Usually, tourists plan to visit Alexandria during their Egypt luxury tours after visiting Cairo, as they are close to each other, just three hours away by car, so finish Cairo day tours and then head to Alexandria.
The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
These ancient Catacombs' tombs of Kom El Shoqafa date back to the 2nd century AD and are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. The tombs are located underground and are connected by a spiral staircase. The tombs are decorated with intricate carvings and offer a glimpse into the funerary practices of the ancient Egyptians. Egypt Online Tour recommends the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa to be in your Egypt day tours.
The Montazah Palace
The King of Egypt erected this stunning mansion in 1892 and used it as his vacation home. The palace has expansive views of the Mediterranean Sea and is surrounded by lovely gardens. On their Egypt spiritual tours, visitors may take a guided tour of the palace to learn about its history and architecture and to unwind.
The Citadel of Qaitbay
The Mamluk Sultan Qaitbay constructed this ancient castle in the fifteenth century, thus its name, Qaitbay Citadel. The stronghold is an excellent site to watch the sunset and gives expansive views of the city and the ocean. Visitors may also learn about the fortress' history and architecture on guided Egypt classic tours.
The Roman Amphitheater
This ancient theater traces all the way back to the second century Promotion and is perhaps of the best-protected Roman performance center on the planet. The theater is situated in the core of Alexandria and has a seating limit of around 800 individuals. Guests can take a directed visit through the theater and different things to do in Alexandria to find out about its set of experiences and design.
The Pompey's Pillar
This ancient column, one of the world's largest monolithic columns, was built around the third century AD. The column is dedicated to the Roman Emperor Diocletian and stands at a height of 26 metres. For sweeping views of the city and to experience brand-new Egypt adventure tours, visitors can ascend to the top of the column.
The Alexandria National Museum
This museum is housed in a gorgeous palace from the Ottoman era and contains a collection of objects that depict Alexandria's long history. Visitors can learn about the city's historical past, its function during the Hellenistic era, and contemporary Egypt from our knowledgeable guides as well as about other attractions in Egypt.
The Royal Jewelry Museum
This museum is located in the Montazah Palace and houses a collection of jewelry and artifacts belonging to the former royal family of Egypt. Visitors can see the magnificent collection of diamonds, emeralds, and other precious stones, as well as learn about the history of the royal family at reasonable prices in the guided Egypt budget tours.
The Alexandria Opera House
This beautiful opera house was built in 1869 and is one of the oldest in Egypt. The opera house is located in the heart of Alexandria and is home to the Alexandria Opera Company. Partners can enjoy a performance at the opera house and experience the city's vibrant cultural scene and share new different cultures during their Egypt honeymoon tours.
The Alexandria Zoo
This zoo is a fantastic place to spend the day with family and is home to a broad variety of animals. Lions, elephants, and many more animals call the zoo, which is located in a magnificent park, home.
