Travel

Airport, Taxis, Rentals & More

Navigating Cairo Airport

Cairo Airport can feel overwhelming, but don’t worry—we’ve made it simple. After landing, head toward customs and baggage claim. Before customs, stop at the bank windows to purchase your visa (€25 or $25 USD in cash). Show your passport and visa at customs, then collect your bags.

As you exit, you may pass through one more security check before leaving the terminal. Outside, you’ll be approached by many drivers, but please only use licensed taxis or arrange a professional car service for a smoother, safer ride.

Airport Transportation

Rimo Tours offers a reliable car service that can pick you up directly from the airport and take you to your destination. Rates range from $18 to $100, depending on the vehicle type and number of passengers. Luxury vehicles available. Click the link below to book your car service.

Taxi Egypt offers a reliable car service that can pick you up directly from the airport and take you to your destination. Rates range from $18 to $100, depending on the vehicle type and number of passengers. Click the link below to book your car service.

Airbnb

For a fun and convenient stay, we suggest an Airbnb in one of the gated communities below. Just steps from shops, restaurants, and pools, and only a short distance from the wedding venue, you’ll find them clean, easy, and perfect for relaxing between celebrations.

Before booking, please take a moment to read the reviews for your preferred Airbnb, they offer valuable insights from fellow travelers. And if you’d like extra reassurance, feel free to reach out to us directly, we’re happy to confirm that your stay is in a great location.

Mivida

Mivida is one of the best places to stay for the wedding. This large gated community is safe, beautifully maintained, and full of conveniences. From coffee shops, bakeries, and grocery stores to a variety of restaurants and even a small hospital, everything you need is right at your doorstep. With its tree-lined streets and elegant atmosphere, Mivida has often been compared to Beverly Hills—and best of all, it’s only a 15-minute drive to the wedding venue.

Madinaty

Madinaty is a wonderful option for your stay. It’s a very large compound with a wide variety of homes and a lively community feel. While not as modern as Mivida, it offers many of the same conveniences, including community pools, a lagoon, restaurants, shopping, and more, making it a comfortable and enjoyable place to stay. Best of all, it’s only a 30-minute drive to the wedding venue.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is a beautiful compound and a great place to stay. Much like Mivida, it offers a wide range of amenities within a secure, gated community, complete with shopping, restaurants, and plenty of conveniences. What makes Hyde Park especially appealing is its lush greenery and expansive parks, creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere that feels like an oasis in the city. It’s also just a 35-minute drive to the wedding venue.

Cairo offers many wonderful rental properties with spacious layouts, multiple bedrooms, pools, and more. If you choose not to stay in a gated community, we recommend selecting a place close to the venue—just keep in mind that you’ll likely need to drive to pick up groceries and other essentials.

Hotels

For a comfortable and convenient stay, we suggest booking a hotel near the wedding venue. You’ll be just minutes away from the celebrations, with easy access to restaurants and everything you need to relax and enjoy your time between events. We’ve included our hotel suggestions that are within a 20 minute drive of our wedding venue below to help make your planning easier.

Triumph Hotel

Five Star

JW Marriot

Five Star

The Westin

Five Star

Tolip El Narges

Four Star

If you’d like to take advantage of the lower rates and enjoy a luxury hotel about 30–40 minutes from the wedding venue, we’ve included some suggestions below. These options offer excellent value and give you the chance to experience a different part of Cairo during your stay.

Ritz Carlton

Luxury

Four Seasons

Luxury

FOOD

Cairo is filled with incredible restaurants where you can experience some of the best Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. To help make your stay both safe and enjoyable, we recommend avoiding street food and tap water, but we’re excited to share a list of wonderful restaurants for you to explore during your visit.

Click each link to see their Instagram.

Smokery (New Cairo)

Italian - Japanese

Majeez (Downtown)

Egyptian - Roof Top

Pier 88 (Zamalek)

Italian - On the Nile

Crimson (Zamalek)

Bar & Grill - On the Nile

Sachi (Heliopolis)

Japanese - Steakhouse

Abou Haidar (Korba)

Beef Shawarma - Street Vendor

Mandarine (Korba)

Pastries - Mandarine Koueider

Eatery (New Cairo)

Egyptian - Lebanese