Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar

Top 1% of attractions in Cairo
9/10

What the experts agree on

Egypt's largest souk, a bustling maze of twisting alleyways dating to the 1300s in the heart of Islamic Cairo. Experts love its historic energy and endless commercial buzz—worth hours of wandering.

5 expert reviews

“Take the time to stroll about Egypt's biggest souk, which spreads out at the heart of Islamic Cairo, between Muizz li-Din Allah Street and Sayyidna al-Hussein Mosque.”

– Michelin Guide

Fodor's Fodor's
"The Khan has been a marketplace since the end of the 14th century; commercial activity is its lifeblood." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Bustling doesn't begin to describe this souk, located in a dense network of twisting alleys." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"A beautiful teahouse at Khan El Khalili, the impressive souk in Cairo which dates to the 1300's. Could have spent a week in the bazaar!" Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Yes, it's touristy and, yes, you'll be bombarded with 'welcome' and 'come' and 'please, have a look.' Nevertheless, a visit to Cairo isn't complete without getting lost in the winding..."
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