About Giza
Giza is one of Egypt's major cities, home to around 4,367,343 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Giza
1
Great Pyramid of Giza
2
Queens' Pyramids and Nobles' Tombs
3
Pyramid of Khafre
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Pyramid of Menkaure
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Grand Egyptian Museum
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Pyramids Sound and Light Show
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Giza Zoo
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Orman Botanical Garden
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Great Pyramid of Giza
- Visit Queens' Pyramids and Nobles' Tombs
- Visit Pyramid of Khafre
- Eat at El Gizawy restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Pyramid of Menkaure
- Visit Grand Egyptian Museum
- Visit Pyramids Sound and Light Show
- Eat at Nile Pharaoh Cruising restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Giza Zoo
- Visit Orman Botanical Garden
- Eat at Khufu’s Restaurant
Where to eat
Local favourites
El Gizawy restaurant
At the pyramids entrance where the homestays are. Local specialties. The staff speaks sufficiently good English. Popular with the locals. Fa
Nile Pharaoh Cruising restaurant
The boat features Pharonic decor, and offers a buffet with international and Egyptian cuisine, and belly dancing.
Khufu’s Restaurant
Restaurant with traditional Egyptian dishes and a view of the Pyramids.
Khan El Khalili
Has been open for over a century and is far and away the most stylish place for lunch or just a cold beer. Expect to pay Western prices.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Marriott Mena House
Built in 1869 as a royal lodge for King Ismail the Magnificent, this magnificent palace has housed guests including Empress Eugenie and Prin
Shopping
- Al Amir Perfume Palace
- Legends and Legacies
- Beymen
Nightlife
- El Mandara Coffee Shop
Museums & culture
- Grand Egyptian Museum
In pictures
Giza gallery
Keep exploring
