Insights
#1 Zamalek
A leafy, upscale district with Nile views, boutique shopping, and art galleries; very walkable and solo female traveler friendly.
#2 Garden City
A quiet, leafy district with historic villas, close to downtown; perfect for those seeking a tranquil environment.
#3 Maadi
A middle-class district popular with expats, featuring historic villas, quiet residential streets, and a variety of restaurants and shops.
#4 Heliopolis
An underrated district with unique architecture, cozy cafes, and historic churches; close to the airport.
#5 Downtown Cairo
A bustling area with Nile views, great museums, and European-inspired architecture; ideal for adventurous travelers.
#6 Giza
Offers incredible pyramid views and proximity to ancient wonders; not ideal for a peaceful retreat.
#7 New Cairo
A modern, upscale area with gated communities and shopping malls; convenient to the airport.
#1 Imbaba
Known for poverty and high crime rates, including drug trafficking and gang activity.
#2 Manshiyat Naser
Densely populated area with street brawls and gang clashes, creating a hostile environment.
#3 El Talbia
Located southwest of Cairo, known for being dangerous with high crime rates.
#4 Ain Shams
High levels of poverty and unemployment, making it one of Cairo's deemed dangerous neighborhoods.
#5 Al-Darb Al-Ahmar
Historic neighborhood that becomes dangerous at night due to drug activity and gang clashes.