Things to See and Do with Kids in Cairo, Egypt, Part 2

In “Things to see and do with kids in Cairo” I will continue pointing out the best places for fun with children in Cairo. There is no doubt that only a day will not be enough to experience all that activities, so it will be better to find some good hotel in Cairo located near the attractions. There are many options for hotels in Cairothat you can choose from. It is advisable to make an online reservation for the chosen hotel in Cairo in advance because most of the time they are full.

1.     Desert Riding

Viewing the Pyramids by Arabian horseback is a great experience and an unforgettable way to take in one of the world's most famous sights. There is of course, the slightly smellier option of camel riding, a real 'Egyptian experience' and a popular activity with tourists, especially children. Sunrise and full-moon rides are available and after a day out on the sand, head back to the riding headquarters and relax on their deck with refreshments and barbeque while taking in the spectacular views over the Pyramids and Sphinx for the evening laser show.

2.     Dr Ragab’s Pharaonic Village

This living museum is a fabulous attraction for the whole family to enjoy. Visitors sail down a network of canals in motorized barges where a cast of actors and actresses work to recreate ancient Egypt. All the characters from pharaohs and fishermen to slaves and potters are represented and even moments in history are recreated. Facilities include a cafeteria, playground, restaurant and boat hire.

3.     Pyramids of Giza

The pyramids are the earth’s oldest tourist attraction and the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) is the only remainder of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Throughout their history, they have fired human imagination, with much speculation as to their origin and purpose, but most evidence supports the theory that they were built by the ancient civilisation as tombs or great monuments in which to bury their kings and nobles, a place to start their mystic journey to the afterlife. The oldest and largest pyramid, the Great Pyramid, is thought to have taken 20 years to build and is made of about two million blocks of limestone. No one knows how the two-ton blocks were moved into place, but it was known to be the tallest man-made structure in the world for over 40 centuries. The Sphinx, known as the Abu al-Hol (Father of Terror), stands in front of the Great Pyramid and is thought to be older than the pyramids themselves.

To sum up, I would say that the mentioned attractions are really worth visiting. They are for children but the fun for their children is also guaranteed. So if you have the chance to visit Cairo, don’t miss them out.