Khan al-Khalili
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Cultural Experience,
Good Place to Shop,
Popular with Locals,
Bazaar,
Market
Jaundiced travelers often dismiss the Khan al-Khalili as a tourist trap; there's no ignoring the fact that it's a favored stop of tour buses and has all the associated annoyances (touts and tat) that come with them. But it's worth remembering that Cairenes have plied their trades here since the founding of the Khan in the 14th century - the buying and selling didn't begin with the arrival of the first tour group.
Today the market still plays an important role in the day-to-day commercial life of thousands of locals. In its narrow streets you can buy anything from shoes to souvenirs to clothes, chess sets, cushions, ceramics, brass, gold, silver, rugs, fabrics and on it goes.
Latest Reviews
Review by Istanbullion, October 2012
Doing what: Private Tour: Egyptian Museum, Alabaster Mosque, Khan el-Khalili
Nader was an excellent guide. Knew the fine details of each area and exactly where to go. Would recommend his expertise to anyone heading to Cairo.
Review by Marion B, August 2012
Doing what: Private Tour: Egyptian Museum, Alabaster Mosque, Khan el-Khalili
This was a wonderful tour. We were extremely fortunate to have Henry Ayoub as our guide for two days in Cairo. Because of the elections we had to modify our original itinerary, but Henry's recommendations meant that we did not miss anything. Next time in Egypt we will use South Sinai Travel and especially Henry Ayoub.
Marion Brew
Review by Marion B, August 2012
Doing what: Private Tour: Egyptian Museum, Alabaster Mosque, Khan el-Khalili
Henry Ayoub is an incredible guide, and we feel extremely lucky to have had his expertise while we were in Cairo. South Sinai Travel is excellent and we shall make sure to use them next time we go to Egypt. Thank you all.
Marion Brew
Practical Info
The Khan al-Khalili is in the center of Cairo and the easiest way there is to grab a taxi. The most important thing to take with you are your bargaining skills. Leave a few hours to really explore.
