Near historic Cairo, Al-Azhar Park sits close to the unmissable Saladin Citadel. Families gather here to celebrate birthdays beneath the trees, while the park’s elevated position opens up panoramic views across the city. Come in the late afternoon, when the greenery offers a welcome breather from Cairo’s heat and the city begins to glow.

As one of the largest mosques in the world and home to the finest example of Mamluk architecture in Cairo, this is a beautiful sight to behold. 

Locals and tourists flock to this special place so at every hour of the day its open, there is an unmatched energy about it. Perhaps, Egypt's most famed teahouse, El Fishawy Cafe has been serving tea since 1797. It's safe to say they have consequently perfected the art of brewing their shai barad. 

As with many of the galleries and the museums in Cairo, the sheer size of their collections is pretty jaw dropping. The Museum of Islamic Art is no exception. Gaze at the magnificent façade before exploring inside; there is good reason why this is considered to be one of the greatest museums in the world.