When you think of Cairo, you’ll probably think of it as a destination only adults can enjoy. Aside from all the pyramids and ancient sites the whole of Egypt are known for, Cairo has various places which promise an extraordinary adventure for your precious darlings!
Here is a shortlist of 19 things to do in Cairo with your kids:
Cost: $5 to $20
A trip to Egypt will not be complete without visiting its famous pyramids. Who says pyramids are only for history and culture enthusiasts? When you are in Cairo, you are several minutes away from the Great Pyramid of Giza. Take your kids here and learn all about this 4,500-year-old significant historical landmark. You can book a tour guide to tell you of the facts about the pyramids. You can walk over to the Pyramid of Khufu and then the Pyramid of Khafre and the Great Sphinx your children might know only from television. After taking photos with the great pyramids on the background, your kids can fly kites or ride camels or horses. If you decide to stay until the evening to marvel at the beauty of the pyramids, the best thing to do is wait for the pyramids sounds and light show. Your kids can have an astonishing memory of seeing the pyramids light up in various colors.
Cost: $6
Located in Obour City in Cairo, Kidzoo is the ultimate treat for your little ones. The Kidzoo is a small zoo where kids can interact with animals and enjoy fun activities. For only EGP 100 or $6 per person, you have the chance to give your children a weekend full of joy and exciting experiences. At Kidzoo, kids can interact with the animals, such as goats, cows, and sheep. They can even feed them on their own! Plus, kids are allowed to paint on the walls and ride donkeys. There is also an exclusive eating area where families can do picnics and bring their food. Included in the entrance fee are activities your kids will love, i.e. bread baking, wall coloring, and pottery painting. It will be just like they are living the farm life. Note, however, to bring hats and sunscreen to protect your kids from the scorching heat of the sun.
Cost: $0.5 to $1.5
To give your kids a grander zoo experience, take them to the neighboring governorate and visit the Egyptian Giza Zoo. This zoo has a huge collection of flora and fauna to keep the whole family in wondrous moods. The zoo was originally built as Harem gardens, and made into a zoo afterwards. Inside the Giza Zoo, kids can see an actual elephant, lion, or snake, and even take a photo with these animals. The whole family also have the option to take a picnic to the Royal Grotto, which has a picturesque view of the whole area. The zoo also features a recently opened Zoological Museum, known to be the first and the largest of its kind in the entire region. At the Zoological Museum, kids can see more than 1,352 mummified animals, plus a chance to walk over a suspended bridge providing a great view of the whole place. You can visit the Egyptian Giza Zoo daily, except on Tuesdays as it is closed for cleaning.
Cost: $3 to $9
Children and families in Cairo can have a one-of-a-kind adventure at Fagnoon Farm. If you want something which will leave your kids happy, take them to this farm at Maryouteya Road on the outskirts of Giza and Cairo. A farm experience for the kids include some art activities, like clay molding, pottery making and painting, coloring on wood, glass, floors, frames, and walls. It also includes more physically strenuous activities for the active ones, specifically swimming in a mud lake, color wars, and mud fights. Kids can also ride and cuddle farm animals, such as goats, horses, donkeys, camels, and sheep. Or the whole family can rest together and have a picnic under the shade of trees surrounded by flowers and natural beauty. Fagnoon Farm has hammocks to let you relax as kids spend the day running around and getting dirty. Don’t forget to pack extra set of clothes, as your kids are sure to make the most of every activity inside the Fagnoon Farm.
Cost: $4.3 to $17
If your kids happen to hear about Kidzania, they will most likely ask you to take them to Kidzania in Cairo. This play place is popular for its miniature replica of the real world, which allows children to assume professional roles. At Kidzania, kids can play fire fighters, pilots, doctors, nurses, or chefs for a day. They get to wear uniforms for their chosen role, too. They even get to open their bank account to save their “salary”. At Kidzania Cairo, your kids can experiment about what they aspire to be in the future. In addition to having loads of fun, your kids can learn new skills. Kidzania Cairo is located in Cairo Festival City.
Cost: $6
Looking for a place ideal for your family staycation? Why not go to the Blue Lotus Farm, located 30 kilometers southwest of central Cairo? Blue Lotus Farm is your perfect weekend getaway accommodation, which lets you experience recreation at its finest. This farm boasts of an environmentally friendly guesthouse, which has nine comfortable rooms for the whole family. The farm also has a restaurant where you can enjoy exquisite cuisines including a kid-friendly menu. True to its name, Blue Lotus Farm features ancient blue lotus flowers planted in the water ponds. During the day, kids can spend hours playing with animals. At night, your whole family can treat yourselves to a bounty of home-cooked meals from farm-fresh and organic produce. Then you can relax and rest your exhausted bodies on their comfy rooms. You can enter the Blue Lotus Farm for EGP 100 or $6 per person whose age is 5 years old and above (children below 5 years old are free). Of course, accommodation and food expenses are a different subject altogether. See for yourselves the serenity offered by the Blue Lotus Farm.
Cost: $3
Another farm in Cairo which you can take your kids to is the Al Sorat Farm, which some locals call the MaryAnne Farm because of the name of its Canadian owner. Anyway, the Al Sorat Farm is a famous place for a kiddie adventure, because it is designed to delight the children. Located at the heart of a small village in Abu Sir, the Al Sorat Farm has various activities both for kids and kids at heart. For instance, your whole family can take a trail ride via horses throughout the entire village. You can also pet and play with farm animals, like donkeys, water buffalo, sheep, goats, dogs, cows, turkeys, chickens, and ducks. In addition to horseback riding, you can try riding on a donkey. Or the kids can play chase or tag on the spacious grassy area of the farm while you take out your mat and picnic basket. During the summer, your kids can have a dip in the pool, too. Al Sorat Farm should be on your list of things to do in Cairo with kids if you want some nature trip. You can visit the place and spend a minimum amount of EGP 50 or $3, which includes the entrance fee and half an hour of horseback riding. Al Sorat Farm is such an affordable place in Cairo to go to, and something that kids will look forward to going back. Oh, and did we mention that the owner is such as friendly lady?
There are times when kids just aren’t in the mood to run around or swim in the pool or play games. Sometimes, kids want to just sit back and relax watching an interesting show. If your kids are in this certain mood, you have no reason not to take them to the Sitara Theater (Porto Cairo). This theater showcases various interactive performances for kids. Additionally, it also enrolls kids for workshops and other fun activities to hone their love and skill for the performing arts.
Cost: Free to $1
Cairo does not lack in terms of green spaces and public parks. In fact, there are several parks which you can choose from if you want to bring your whole family for a usual bonding moment in a park. For one, there is the Al Azhar Park in Islamic Cairo. This is a park with winding walkways, gives you a view of the Citadel, and lets you stroll along the Ayyubid Wall. You can see pigeons flying from the rooftops of the Cairo households.
Another park at Cairo that we recommend for your whole family is the Family Park in New Cairo. This is a park which features various playgrounds for the kids, spacious grassy areas where they can run around safely, a mini zoo, a museum, theaters, kiddie trains, and military equipment model which children can climb on. You can bring picnic baskets, mats, and bicycles, and have a merry family moment at these parks.
Cost: $9
Did your kids behave at school? Did they perform well? Or do they need more motivation to do better at their school tasks? They may need a day of endless fun at ClubLiko. This is a huge play place in Cairo, which features a three-story playground that lets children play indoor or outdoor. Children from age 1 to 8 years old can play all day at this paradise. For kids who love to play house, ClubLiko has a pretend village, where kids can wear fancy costumes, make pizza, cook dishes, do groceries, go fishing, and do all sorts of pretend activities. For kids who are inclined to music, ClubLiko has an open air area, which has a xylophone and piano. ClubLiko’s outdoor area also has slides, swings, sand area, football court, and bicycle area. The place also features a coloring room, a toddler’s room, a theatre room, and a Lego room. For one whole day, your kids will experience all sorts of activities to keep them occupied and active. The place is also great for kids to meet new friends and practice their socializing skills. The staff members of ClubLiko, who are all professionals, guide kids for an hourly activity, like a puppet show or a cooking time. Kids can get to make their own sandwiches, cookies, pancakes, and pizza. Plus, parents can relax at the parents’ lounge room while waiting for the kids. Entrance to the ClubLiko is EGP 160 or $9, an affordable fee considering that it allows a child to stay inside and play for an entire day.
Cost: Varies
If you are a tourist visiting Cairo or an expat who wants to blend in with the locals, it is highly recommended that you visit Khan el-Khalili at El-Gamaleya in Cairo. This bazaar in Cairo is your ultimate go-to place, where your kids can find souvenirs they can give their friends or keep for themselves. You can also find home furniture pieces, jewelry, and some metal works to re-decorate your new abode in Cairo. Kids can imagine they are on a treasure hunt to help you find the best prices. The Khan el-Khalili bazaar opens at 11 a.m. until late at night.
Children’s laughter are probably the best natural sound we can listen to. As parents, we aim to make our kids the happiest they can be. Prepare yourself to hear your darlings giggle as they have fun at Kiddles. This playground in Cairo is an hourly drop-off center for the young ones (10 months old to 10 years old). You can drop them here for an hour, let them play with other kids and explore various activities suited for their age, and pick them up to listen to their funny stories about how their play time was spent. Don’t worry, Kiddles has a cozy and comfortable atmosphere, which will easily send the kids warmed up to have the most fun!
Cost: $2.88
Indeed, Cairo is a kid’s playground with its countless playgrounds for children. Another one you can visit is Billy Beez Cairo, which is located at the Mall of Arabia. This playground features an indoor play area to entertain kids with its collection of safe, thrilling, and educational activities. Moreover, children can treat themselves for a jumping and sliding fun at Billy Beez’ slides and trampolines. Billy Beez is for the little ones from ages 3 to 12.
Cost: $1.15 to $2.88
So you want to take your kids for a unique Cairo adventure? The Heliopolis Child Museum, or the Children’s Civilization and Creativity Center, should be one of your options. This children’s museum in Cairo boasts of a four-story structure situated in a 4,000 square meter and 14.3 acre landscape. This museum offers children a hands-on learning about the Egyptian civilization. Also, the Heliopolis Children’s Museum features various interactive and fun-filled educational activities for the kids. They can compete with each other in a puzzle game or a computer game. They can also watch simulated presentations, ask questions, and even play in a garden with large statues of animals.
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Cost: $3.4
After a day or exploring Cairo and all its wonders, you can take your kids to the Cairo Tower. This tower stands at 187 meters, and offers a panoramic view of the entire city. The kids can go horseback riding around the tower before climbing up. It is recommended to climb to the top by late afternoon for the most amazing view of Cairo. The whole family can also dine in the revolving restaurant at the top of the tower while taking in the beauty of the city. Cairo Tower is open from 8:00 a.m. until midnight. Children under 6 years old are free of charge, while adults and older kids need to pay EGP 60 or $3.4 to enter the tower.
What’s a more charming treat for your kids other than a sweet afternoon munching on candies, chocolates, and loads of interesting games? At Sugar Spell in Cairo, your kids can get the sweet treat they crave for. This candy shop is not your ordinary sweets concessionaire as it features an arts and crafts corner, pastry shop, party area, a café, games, and an open playground filled with slides, trampolines, and inflatables. At Sugar Spell, your dearest munchkins can run around, eat candies, and make pizzas. You, on the other hand, can spend a sweet afternoon inside the café watching your kids have the time of their lives in this candy land!
Cost: $15 to $35
Should you crave for a cultural experience with your children as a break from all the running and playing, you can take them to sail down the historic Nile River in a felucca. Feluccas are ancient-styled boats used by the Egyptians. You can rent one for your whole family, bring some food, and sail around for an hour or two. The feluccas can sail the river all throughout the day, although it is best to do by late afternoon so you can witness the sunset.
Cost: $0.5 to $1
Are your kids interested at all things magical and cosmic? If yes, take them to Magic Galaxy located at City Stars Mall. Magic Galaxy is Egypt’s largest indoor amusement center, which features an indoor roller coaster, 90 video games, bumper cars, a cyber café, and other attractions. Magic Galaxy is open every day, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Even babies are allowed to enter and get their own dose of magic inside this amusement place.
Cost: $1.14
For a rather relaxed weekend trip with the kids, go to the Swiss Club Cairo. This club located at Villa Pax in Imbaba, Cairo is an ultimate destination for a refreshing escape from the noise of the city. Lots of greenery and spacious playground can be found inside the Swiss Club. Your whole family can sit and relax in a paradise surrounded by lush gardens. Children can go biking around the area, too. The entrance fee at Swiss Club Cairo is EGP 20 or $1.14.
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Billybeez point 90 is terrible.its not clean and the overcrowded though its not cheap. Not suitable for younger kids under 4 safety or entertainment wise.the staff are rude and not helpful.
By Hend (Dec, 2019) |