After years of expansion within the Kingdom, Gathern continues to pioneer the sharing tourism accommodation industry and deliver authentic localized accommodation experiences in Saudi Arabia, today adding a new city to its list of destinations, this time from the heart of Cairo, Egypt .
The capital city that combines the richness of history with the vibrancy of everyday life, where tradition and modernity blend seamlessly, is now part of our tourist accommodation experience. Whether you’re looking for a stay close to monuments or prefer quiet, modern neighborhoods, you’ll find accommodation options to suit your taste and style at Gather Inn.
Why Cairo?
Cairo is the largest city in Africa and one of the most visited cities in the Middle East. It welcomes millions of tourists, business people, and local travelers annually, making it an ideal market for hosting. Its unique combination of historic landmarks, popular markets, modern districts, and views of the Nile River makes it a perfect match for Gathern’s vision. Delivering distinctive and authentic local travel experiences.
In this blog, we take you through the highlights of Cairo as a destination and explore how GatherIn can be your first gateway to discover an exceptional city, with its history and diversity of experiences.
Cairo is not just a capital, but a city with its own character that leaves a mark on everyone who visits it. From the moment you arrive, you begin to notice a mix of old and new, authenticity and modernity, history and everyday life.
What are you doing in Cairo?
Cairo is full of activities and attractions.
– Historical landmarks
The first thing on a visitor’s mind is the pyramids. Despite the images you may have seen before, nothing compares to the moment you stand in front of these massive monuments in real life. You see how these stones have stood for thousands of years, and feel the grandeur of ancient Egyptian civilization. A few steps away is the Egyptian Museum, which preserves the treasures of the ancient Egyptians, the most famous of which is the treasure of Tutankhamun, amidst corridors that embrace the monuments of history The Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, which preserves the treasures of the ancient Egyptians, the most famous of which is the treasure of Tutankhamun, amid corridors that embrace the monuments of history and do not miss a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).
– Islamic Cairo
If you’re a fan of Islamic architecture and cultural tours, don’t miss Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Al-Moez Street, Ghori Dome, and Al-Azhar Al-Sharif. There you will see old mosques, old schools, and historic minarets that still preserve their details despite the passage of time, and carry stories from centuries ago.
– Nile Picnics
Because the Nile is the soul of the city, no visit to Cairo is complete without passing through. At sunset, the lights become quieter, and the sound of the water is more pronounced. You can take a small boat for a short ride, or just sit back and watch the city quietly bid farewell to the day.
– Shopping and Nightlife
From the malls, shopping centers, cinemas, art and music festivals that fill Cairo’s nights with vitality and joy to the old boutiques in Downtown Cairo, you may want to see another side of Cairo, overlook its neighborhoods from the top of the Cairo Tower and then go to Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest markets in the city. Wander among the small shops, smell the spices, and hear the sounds of artisans handcrafting their products. Take a seat at Al-Fishawi Café, order a cup of tea, and experience a mix of the traditional and the modern. And don’t rush out… Cairo is not to be discovered in a hurry.
