Transportation
Cairo has an extensive road network, railway system, subway system, and maritime services. The transportation is well developed so that it is easy to commute. There are several options open for traveling inside the city like- taxis, cabs, privately-owned public buses, and microbuses etc. But what is recommended is to take a minibus that is not expensive and carries fewer passengers than normal buses, thus saving time. The subway is not very useful for tourists, but should be experienced once. Taxis are indispensable in Cairo's life as they are safe and comfortable way to get around the city.
Getting Around : Cairo International Airport (CAI) is located in the north-east area of central Cairo. It is a busy two-terminal airport which is used by major international airlines as well as a large number of local operators. It has several daily international as well as domestic flights.
The airport has all the facilities that include a functioning banking area, ATMs, restaurants, coffee shops, 24-hour bars, a pharmacy etc.
Shopping and Entertainment
When it comes to shopping, Cairo offers great fun. Painted and embellished papyrus scrolls are very popular here. The town is rich in antiquities, artifacts, jewelry, perfume, leather goods, brass and copper items, herbs and spices. The city's main market is the Khan al-Khalili in Islamic Cairo where you can find almost anything. The Street of the Coppersmiths is a place popular for copper and brassware.
Entertainment : Cairo is a city that never sleeps and is full of life especially at night. Here you will discover a variety of restaurants, casinos, pubs, bars and clubs etc where you can party hard. With the dusk, the excitement and thrill starts rising and twinkle can be seen in all the eyes.
Hard drinks are difficult to get here because of the religious beliefs of the people. The most popular nightlife options are the "baladi bars", where you can get some alcohol drinks. Almost every hotel in Cairo have belly dancers show to amuse the tourists.
