Cairo: El Moez Street & Khan el-Khalili History Walking Tour with Street Food

Start your Old Cairo history walk
at Bab al-Futuh

Meet your expert Egyptologist guide at Bab al-Futuh, one of the main gates of Cairo's old city walls, for an introduction to the history of Old Cairo. Options with hotel transfer start with pickup from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.

First, explore Al-Hakim Mosque, one of the oldest and largest Fatimid mosques in Cairo, known for its massive minarets, historic stone walls, and peaceful courtyard.

Walk through Bayt al-Suhaymi and El Moez Street

At Bayt al-Suhaymi, a 17th-century Ottoman mansion, walk through its rooms and courtyards as your guide explains how people lived in old Cairo. Then stroll along El Moez Street, lined with well-preserved Islamic architecture, local shops, cafés, and historic buildings.

Explore Sultan Barquq Mosque and the Qalawun Complex

At the 14th-century Sultan Barquq Mosque, famous for its intricate Mamluk design, learn about its history as a mosque, madrasa, and Sufi lodge. Next door, the Qalawun Complex showcases medieval Cairo's architecture with its mosque, madrasa, and mausoleum. You also visit Al-Hussein Mosque in the heart of Islamic Cairo.

Taste street food at Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

Finally, explore Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, filled with spices, jewelry, and textiles, and soak up the lively market atmosphere. During the tour, you can taste street food such as authentic koshari or Egyptian pie, plus local snacks such as zalabia and halabessa.

※ If any site is closed, the tour order or sites visited may change.
※ Street food and snack menus may be replaced with similar items depending on local conditions.