Cairo Area Map - El Gezirah

Getting To & Around Cairo

The best ways to get around Cairo are by Metro or taxi. Egypt's capital is constantly choked by traffic. But below Cairo's congested streets, the Metro system is clean, affordable, and extremely efficient. If you prefer to stay above ground, several fleets of buses can take you where you need to go for very little money. However, aside from those operated by the Cairo Transport Authority, buses here can be very crowded, tough to navigate, and likely to carry pickpockets. Taxis are the best way to get to places that the Metro doesn't cover, especially from Cairo International Airport (CAI), located about 15 miles northeast of the city center. However, taxi drivers are some of the best con artists in the city. Arm yourself with inside knowledge of the city and you should be fine.