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Giza

Giza, Egypt · Africa

About Giza

Giza works well as a base: 10 minutes from Būlāq Abū al ‘Ilā, 5km from Citadel of Salah Ed-Din.

Giza is a major city located in Giza, Egypt. With a population of 4,367,343, it is one of the largest urban centers in Africa.

On a road trip, Giza sits in Egypt, where you drive on the right. It's in the Africa/Cairo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Giza to your route.

About Giza

The Battle of al-Babein took place on March 18, 1167, during the third Crusader invasion of Egypt. King Amalric I of Jerusalem, and a Zengid army under Shirkuh, both hoped to take the control of Egypt over from the Fatimid Caliphate. Saladin served as Shirkuh’s highest-ranking officer in the battle. The result was a

Read more tactical draw between the forces, however the Crusaders failed to gain access to Egypt.

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What are the best things to do in Giza?

Giza offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Giza located?

Giza is located in Giza, Egypt, Africa. The coordinates are 30.0094 latitude, 31.2086 longitude.

What is the population of Giza?

Giza has a population of approximately 4,367,343 people, making it a major city in Egypt.

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Quick Information

Population
4,367,343
Continent
Africa
Country
Egypt
Region
Giza
Timezone
Africa/Cairo
Coordinates
30.0094, 31.2086

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Egypt

Police
122
Ambulance
123
Fire
180
Driving side
right

Tourist police: 126.

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Worth the detour from Giza

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Citadel of Salah Ed-Din

A medieval Islamic-era fortification on Mokattam Hill in Cairo, built by Saladin to protect the city from Crusader attacks.

5 km · about 10 min drive

museum

Egyptian Museum Cairo

Home to the world's most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities, including Tutankhamun's golden treasures.

5 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

El-Fishawy Café

Cairo's oldest coffeehouse, open in a Khan el-Khalili alley since 1797 and run by seven generations of one family. Naguib Mahfouz wrote parts of the Cairo Trilogy in its back rooms, under the same tarnished mirrors.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Pyramids of Giza

The last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, these 4,500-year-old pyramids are Egypt's most iconic monuments.

8 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Great Sphinx of Giza

Colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and a human head, guarding the Giza pyramid complex.

8 km · about 15 min drive

museum

Grand Egyptian Museum

The world's largest archaeological museum, built near the Pyramids of Giza to house the complete Tutankhamun collection and over 100,000 artifacts.

9 km · about 15 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Giza.

Būlāq Abū al ‘Ilā

🇪🇬 Egypt

6 km awayPop. 51,741

Abū an Numrus

🇪🇬 Egypt

7 km awayPop. 86,601

Cairo

🇪🇬 Egypt

7 km awayPop. 9,606,916

Masākin Shirkat Abū al Wafā lil Muqāwalāt wa al Istithmār al ‘Aqārī

🇪🇬 Egypt

9 km awayPop. 2,560

Kirdāsah

🇪🇬 Egypt

10 km awayPop. 137,588

Madīnat an Naşr

🇪🇬 Egypt

11 km awayPop. 668,413

Ḩadā’iq al Qubbah

🇪🇬 Egypt

11 km awayPop. 339,612

Al Ḩawāmidīyah

🇪🇬 Egypt

13 km awayPop. 155,055

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