Cairo Tower

Top 2% of attractions in Cairo
8/10

What the experts agree on

Cairo Tower's 360° observation deck delivers unbeatable panoramic views of the entire city—best visited at sunset on clear days. At 185m tall, it's North Africa's highest structure with distinctive pharaonic-influenced architecture.

5 expert reviews
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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"Reaching a height of 185m and with a cable covering that earned it the nickname the "palm tree", this tower offers uninterrupted panoramic views." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Tall, thin communications tower...there is an elevator to the top, and on a clear day the view of the city is spectacular. Try going just before sunset to get the full range of light. " Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The tallest structure not only in Egypt but also North Africa. Its exterior exhibits pharaonic influences...its observation deck affords an unprecedented, 360°-view of greater Cairo. " Full review
National Geographic National Geographic
"Locals know to skip the Cairo Tower and check out the view from a rooftop bar instead"
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The 613-foot Cairo Tower in Zamalek offers 360-degree views of the city—on a clear day, you'll even spot the Pyramids of Giza in the distance. Designed to evoke a Pharaonic lotus flower,..."
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