The 5th Settlement Travel Guide
Cairo
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Popular places to visit
Giza Pyramid Complex
You can learn more about the history of Giza when you make a stop at a top site such as Giza Pyramid Complex. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Grand Egyptian Museum
You can study the exhibits at Grand Egyptian Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Giza. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Pyramid of Khufu
Pyramid of Khufu is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Egyptian Museum
You can study the exhibits at Egyptian Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Great Sphinx of Giza
Great Sphinx of Giza is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Tahrir Square
Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in The 5th Settlement
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Lovely warm staff. Room was spotless. Food was very good. Pool was clean and staff were attentive.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
The room was clean and tastefully decorated. Great view of the Nile. Lebanese restaurant on premises but greeting staff was rather rude and unwelcoming so we decided not to dine there. Went instead to another Lebanese restaurant a few blocks down the street in the Fairmont Hotel where the staff was ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Marriott Mena House Cairo
This hotel is the perfect base to explore the Pyramids at Giza and Saqqara. We used their personalised entrance service to go directly to the pyramids without the usual entrance way which was nice - it’s not a glamorous entrance mind, but it’s very convenient. We also added the additional tour guide ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
My family and I had a lovely time staying at this hotel. It is very convenient as it is so close to the Cairo Airport. The staff were very kind and welcoming as soon as we arrived. The breakfast was delicious with a wide variety of food choices, the views were beautiful and the rooms were always ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
Everything was clean and well maintained, and the entire experience felt easy and smooth from start to finish. The staff was kind, welcoming, and always helpful whenever we needed anything. The location was great and made getting around very convenient. Room service food was also really good. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
Every little detail was perfect. There's a reason why I'm loyal to the ritz . It's the consistency the excellent service the attention to detail. It truly makes me feel like I am on vacation and it is worth every penny and more. Every staff member of this facility went above and beyond to meet my ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The 5th Settlement
Al Rehab
Al Rehab might not have many top sights, but Rehab Mall 1 and Maxim Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Nasr City
Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, International Park and City Center Shopping Mall are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.
Sheraton Al Matar
While there might not be top attractions in Sheraton Al Matar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis.
Heliopolis
Consider a visit to Tivoli Dome and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station.
Al-Khalifa
While visiting Al-Khalifa, you might make a stop by sights like Cairo Citadel and El Gawhara (Jewel) Palace Museum.
Maadi
Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city.
