Alexandria travel guide
Alexandria Tourism | Alexandria Guide
You're Going to Love Alexandria
With a population of 3,81 million, Alexandria is the largest city in Al Iskandariyah, Egypt by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Alexandria deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Alexandria
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alexandria in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 50 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Alexandria, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Alexandria
Plane
When flying to Alexandria, you’ll arrive at Alexandria Borg El Arab (HBE), which is located 38 km from the city centre.
Airports near Alexandria
Airlines serving Alexandria
Where to stay in Alexandria
From 5-star hotels such as the Radisson Blu Hotel, Alexandria to great affordable options like the Jewel San Stefano Hotel, Alexandria offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 63 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 124 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Alexandria
Most booked hotels in Alexandria
Hiring a car in Alexandria
Expect to pay S$ 0.39 per litre in Alexandria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 4.57 and S$ 6.09. The most frequently booked car type in Alexandria is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Subaru Impreza or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.