Alexandria Egypt: Travel Guide to Top Attractions & Mediterranean

Founded by Alexander the Great to be the world’s beacon of knowledge, Alexandria is a city where Egyptian soul meets European elegance. Stretching along the stunning Mediterranean coastline, it offers a “high-end” cultural escape, blending ancient wonders, royal palaces, and the refreshing sea breeze.

1. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina: A Modern Wonder

A breathtaking revival of the ancient Great Library, this is a global architectural masterpiece.

The Sun-Disk Design: The building’s tilting sun-disk shape symbolizes the rising of knowledge. With its granite walls carved with characters from every known alphabet, it houses millions of books and world-class museums, including the Manuscript and Antiquities museums.

2. The Citadel of Qaitbay: Guardian of the Coast

Erected on the exact site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World), this fortress is a marvel of medieval Islamic military architecture.

Fortress Majesty: Walking through its stone vaulted corridors and along its high ramparts offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Mediterranean and the historic Eastern Harbor.

3. The Roman Theater & Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The Roman Theater: The only one of its kind in Egypt, this marble-seated theater reflects the luxury of the Roman era and its dedication to the arts.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: One of the “Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages,” these tombs are tunneled three stories into solid rock. They feature a unique fusion of Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman artistic styles—a stylistic blend found nowhere else on Earth.

4. Montaza Palace & Gardens: Royal Luxury

Originally the summer retreat for the Egyptian Royal Family, this complex is an exquisite blend of Turkish and Italian architectural styles.

Royal Greenery: Spanning vast acres of rare trees and flowers overlooking private bays, the Montaza Gardens are the pinnacle of tranquility. Walking across the iconic Montaza Bridge at sunset is a quintessentially elegant Alexandrian experience.

5. Stanley Bridge & Gourmet Seafood: The City’s Pulse

Stanley Bridge: The modern icon of Alexandria. Its grand architectural towers and sparkling night lights make it the perfect spot for a scenic evening stroll.

Culinary Excellence: No visit is complete without a gourmet seafood experience. We select only the finest waterfront restaurants where the “catch of the day” is served with authentic Alexandrian flair and a view of the crashing waves.