in Egypt

Giza

Home to the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, where the Great Pyramids and Sphinx rise at the desert's edge.

Notable spots

Pyramids of Giza
Landmark
The Great Pyramid of Khufu has stood for some 4,500 years.
Great Sphinx
Landmark
The colossal lion-bodied guardian carved from a single limestone ridge.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Museum
Pyramids Sound and Light Show
Family

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Giza in Oct: T-shirts, shorts and breathable fabrics; sunscreen and water; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.

Photo: Giza pyramid complex — KennyOMG (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia