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.
Tours to Zamalek (Gezira Island)
Zamalek (Gezira Island) reviews
-
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 »
-
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 »
Plan your trip to Cairo
best routes and schedules
Popular things to do in Cairo
Side trips from Cairo
Historic Sites in Cairo
Hidden gems in Cairo
Museums in Cairo
Nearby attractions in Cairo
Trips in Zamalek (Gezira Island) by other users
6 days in Cairo
BY A USER FROM INDIA
Pyramids of Giza
Statue of Ramses II
Cave Church
23 days in Cairo
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Cairo Tower
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Giza Plateau
58 days in Cairo & Giza
BY A USER FROM EGYPT
Cairo
Giza
9 days in Cairo
BY A USER FROM INDIA
Pyramids of Giza
Great Sphinx
Oum El Dounia Gallery
55 days in Saudi Arabia, Egypt & Dubai
BY A USER FROM INDIA
Riyadh
Medina
Jeddah
12 days in Cairo
BY A USER FROM BRAZIL
Zamalek (Gezira Island)
Bent Pyramid
Mastaba of Ti