Sunset Stroll along the Corniche

#1 most popular of 6 things to do in Alexandria

HobWahid writes, "The Corniche is Alexandria's most spectacular attraction. A lot of money has been invested in trying to beautify the Corniche and returning Alexandria to the glory of the 40s, when Alexandria…" »

The Catacombs

#2 most popular of 6 things to do in Alexandria

kwasiak writes, "The Catacombs of Kom el-Shugafa date back to the early 2nd century BC during the time…" »

HobWahid writes, "The Catacombs are a large set of underground Roman tombs that date back to the 2cnd…" »

Graeco-Roman Museum

#3 most popular of 6 things to do in Alexandria

kwasiak writes, "As the name suggests the Graeco Roman Museum contains relics from the time when the Greeks and Romans occupied Egypt (332 BCE-395 CE). The Greek and Roman relics in many cases survive in far…" »

Montaza Palace

#4 most popular of 6 things to do in Alexandria

nmagann writes, "Trying to describe everything here is impossible. The very wealthy top Pharaoh built this castle right on the coast. The castle is magnificent and cannot be toured even though it is unused…" »

Pompey's Pillar

#5 most popular of 6 things to do in Alexandria

kwasiak writes, "The site that is named for the tall pillar that stands there also contains much…" »

nmagann writes, "Pompey's Pillar is a huge, both in circumference and height, column. In front of it…" »

The Amphitheater and Roman Villa

#6 most popular of 6 things to do in Alexandria

HobWahid writes, "Located right next to the Misr Train Station, the amphitheater in Alexandria is easily accessable, and worth a quick peek. For many of you who have already been seen various amphitheaters all…" »