The Expansive Coastline
Discover Alexandria’s awe-inspiring 70-kilometre shoreline, stretching out as far as the eye can see. This includes magnificent bays and harbours, as well as several golden beaches.
Alexandria is a vibrant city in Egypt. With a population of over 3 million residents, it is the second largest destination of the country. Alexandria offers you the chance to discover its rich history, in the architecture from the distant past. The city’s top attractions include the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Montaza Palace, and Pompey’s Pillar.
Cheap flights to Alexandria are now available for a limited time, so seize this opportunity to discover this exotic city. This destination is home to the Borg El Arab Airport (HBE), which is a 50-minute drive from the city centre.
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Discover Alexandria’s awe-inspiring 70-kilometre shoreline, stretching out as far as the eye can see. This includes magnificent bays and harbours, as well as several golden beaches.
Alexandria’s rich history is reflected in architecture and ruins that date back for thousands of years. Explore all these signs of a former time.
Anyone interested in the religious sites of Alexandria will be well rewarded by the wealth of mosques and monasteries situated in and around the city.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | Egypt |
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Currency | Egyptian Pound |
Language | Arabic and Modern Standard Arabic |
Hub Airport | Borg El Arab Airport |
Airline | EgyptAir |
Time Zone | GMT + 2 |
Travel Adaptor | Type C/F |
The best time to visit depends on what you want when visiting Alexandria. During peak travel season, from October to May (mid-autumn to late spring) accommodation costs rise and the temperatures drop considerably from Egypt’s infamous heat, drawing more visitors. From May to October (Egyptian summer) temperatures rise, but so do the amount of hotel discounts. Let Travelstart help net yourself that dream holiday experience.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
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Low °C | 9°C | 9°C | 11°C | 14°C | 17°C | 19°C | 22°C | 22°C | 21°C | 17°C | 14°C | 10°C |
High °C | 17°C | 17°C | 20°C | 24°C | 26°C | 27°C | 30°C | 31°C | 28°C | 26°C | 23°C | 18°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 50 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 30 | 50 |
Alexandria is the former capital of Egypt, sitting on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea and home to a 70-kilometre coastline. In this city, you will find a blend of international flavours, including French, Greek and other European countries as well as art deco architecture. Discover Alexandria’s wealth of history, or sunbathe on the golden beaches that stretch all the way from Mamoura in the east to Agamy Beach in the west of the city.
When you’re at this Egyptian destination, you can explore its wealth of historical structures, including the buildings that reflect the style of bell époque architecture. Take a tour of the museums and monuments, such as the New Library of Alexandria, Pompey’s Pillar, and the Roman Amphitheatre. When you just want to relax, sit down at one of the old world cafés, or the diverse selection of restaurants.
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