Alexandria Egypt
Country: Egypt · Region: Eastern Mediterranean
Alexandria is Egypt's second-largest city and major Mediterranean seaport with a rich Greco-Roman history, offering cultural attractions including the new Library of Alexandria despite being a faded shadow of its former cosmopolitan glory.
Top sights
Citadel of Qaitbey, Library of Alexandria, Roman Theatre, Pharos lighthouse ruins, Corniche waterfront
Things to do
- Citadel of Qaitbay
- Mameluke fortress built in 1477 CE from recycled stone of the ancient Pharos lighthouse, located on the Anfushi promontory overlooking the eastern harbour.
- Library of Alexandria
- Modern library representing the rebirth of the ancient knowledge center that once made Alexandria a beacon of culture.
- Roman Theatre
- Historic theatre located next to Misr Railway Station in central Alexandria.
- Pharos lighthouse ruins
- Submerged ruins of the legendary ancient lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now studied through marine archaeology.
Beaches
- Corniche beaches
- Miles of beachfront along the 30 km waterfront artery, popular with visitors and Egyptians escaping Cairo's heat in summer.
Where to eat
- Greek restaurants and cafés
- Surviving Greek establishments throughout the city offering traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
Forecast for Alexandria
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Weather in Alexandria by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F | 51°F | 1.7 in | 8 |
| February | 65°F | 51°F | 1.0 in | 5 |
| March | 69°F | 54°F | 0.7 in | 4 |
| April | 75°F | 58°F | 0.2 in | 2 |
| May | 81°F | 64°F | 0.1 in | 2 |
| June | 85°F | 70°F | 0.0 in | 1 |
| July | 88°F | 74°F | 0.0 in | 1 |
| August | 89°F | 75°F | 0.0 in | |
| September | 87°F | 73°F | 0.0 in | 1 |
| October | 82°F | 68°F | 0.5 in | 3 |
| November | 75°F | 61°F | 0.9 in | 4 |
| December | 68°F | 55°F | 1.5 in | 7 |
Getting around
Use yellow and black taxis (agree on fare beforehand), cheap tram system, or minibuses along the Corniche corridor.
What to eat
Greek restaurants and cafés survive as a legacy of Alexandria's cosmopolitan past and still offer good dining options.
Tips
Visit in spring (March-June) or autumn (September-November) to avoid summer crowds and extreme heat.
Best for
History and cultural attractions