Cairo, Egypt
Medieval architecture and bazaar with decent daytime safety but lots of vendor pressure and harassment. Daytime visits only, dress conservatively.
Islamic Cairo has medieval mosques, caravanserais, and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar with 10th century buildings and narrow streets. Khan el-Khalili is reasonably safe during the day with crowds and police around, though you'll get aggressive vendor tactics and constant 'hello my friend' pitches. Staring is common and men will try to talk to you under the pretense of being helpful. Dress conservatively - long pants or skirt, covered shoulders, maybe a scarf. After dark the area empties out and streets are poorly lit and unsafe. The walk from Ataba Metro goes through rough areas, so most people Uber to the bazaar entrance. Come during the day for the mosques and street food, but leave before evening. Tourist Police are around if you need help.
Daytime Safety
GoodNight Walking Safety
PoorHarassment Risk
HighPublic Transport Safety
ModeratePickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
HighPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
PoorSolo Dining
ModerateDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
ModerateGetting By in English
Moderate"Safe during day but intense vendor pressure and staring"
"Loved the bazaar but left before sunset"
"Conservative dress helped reduce some attention"
"Police presence made me feel secure in main areas"
"Amazing culture but exhausting as a solo woman"
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