Is Cairo tourist friendly?

Generally, while there's a lot going on in the city, it's a safe place for travel.



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The people are super friendly and warm and they love Westerners, but they are also personally quite conservative. So although they are used to lots of foreign tourists in the cities, it's generally a good idea to still respect their cultural norms, which are heavily influenced by their religion.

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I would say that Cairo is safe, provided you take precautions and wise up on common scams. Like any large city, petty crime does happen, but this can easily be avoided by locking up valuables and not carrying around large amounts of cash.

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Egyptians are kind people and most of them are truly helpful. However, at some tourist areas, some people might tell you they're going to show you or bring you into select areas of the attraction. These people tend to allow tourists into areas that are off-limits to get tips and sometimes to rob them.

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As Egypt is a majority Muslim country, many locals abstain from alcohol completely. However, it is possible to find liquor stores and bars in some upmarket neighborhoods, and many hotels and resorts serve alcohol.

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Cairo warnings: Cairo is very safe even at late night however there are some thing that you have to put in your mind, 1-Don't talk with strangers or trust them, especially those who seem to be very friendly.

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Cairo warnings: Cairo is very safe even at late night however there are some thing that you have to put in your mind, 1-Don't talk with strangers or trust them, especially those who seem to be very friendly.

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Avoid all public displays of affection. PDA, like kissing on the lips, holding hands romantically, etc., are frowned upon for ALL people in Egypt, whether they are straight or gay, but gay travelers especially need to avoid any public displays of affection.

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Egypt can be a completely safe destination for solo female travelers. I'm not saying there won't be any challenges or hassles — you will likely run into a few. But I also believe that you will find the Egyptian culture, and Egyptian men in general, to be very welcoming. They genuinely want you to love their country.

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In short, Americans and other visitors can rest easy: yes, Egypt is a safe country for tourists.

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Can my girlfriend stay with me at my hotel in Egypt? According to government law, Egyptian citizens are required to present a marriage certificate. Foreign guests can check into the hotel without a marriage certificate or as unmarried couples.

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Medical drugs that cannot be dispensed without a prescription such as Tramadol, Xanax, Librax and other medicines. Real and toy arms, ammunition and explosives and any other substances containing explosive materials such as firearms and crackers. All kinds of artifacts. All kinds of narcotics.

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Avoiding food poisoning: What not to eat in Egypt
Heated and cooked food is your best friend. Avoid anything raw or any food that is served fresh such as salads and fruits. If you can't give up your greens and fruits, wash it yourself. This is what I usually do.

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Jeans are acceptable, but you might find them to be too uncomfortable in the intense heat of Egypt so lightweight cotton trousers would be a better option.

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While it's a must in some countries, this restriction does not apply to Egypt. No, you don't have to cover your ankles, or yourself from head to toe.

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