What are the best things to do in Giza?
Top picks in Giza include Great Pyramid of Giza, Queens' Pyramids and Nobles' Tombs, Pyramid of Khafre, Pyramid of Menkaure. See the full list and itinerary on this Giza travel guide.
Photo: Ricardo Liberato · CC BY-SA 2.0
Why visit Giza
Travel guide for Giza, Egypt — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Giza is a stop in Egypt, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Great Pyramid of Giza, Queens' Pyramids and Nobles' Tombs, Pyramid of Khafre instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 30–90 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: The dry season for the most comfortable travel. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Giza
1
Great Pyramid of Giza
2
Queens' Pyramids and Nobles' Tombs
3
Pyramid of Khafre
4
Pyramid of Menkaure
5
Grand Egyptian Museum
6
Pyramids Sound and Light Show
7
Giza Zoo
8
Orman Botanical Garden
Plan your trip
Giza itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Great Pyramid of Giza
- Visit Queens' Pyramids and Nobles' Tombs
- Visit Pyramid of Khafre
- Eat at El Gizawy restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Pyramid of Menkaure
- Visit Grand Egyptian Museum
- Visit Pyramids Sound and Light Show
- Eat at Nile Pharaoh Cruising restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Giza Zoo
- Visit Orman Botanical Garden
- Eat at Khufu’s Restaurant
Budget
Giza trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 30–90
per person / day
Luxury
USD 105–170+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Giza, Egypt. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Giza
Estimated total (USD)
$1,760
≈ $880 per person · $251 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $55/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Giza mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 30–90 · luxury 105–170+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
El Gizawy restaurant
At the pyramids entrance where the homestays are. Local specialties. The staff speaks sufficiently good English. Popular with the locals. Fa
Nile Pharaoh Cruising restaurant
The boat features Pharonic decor, and offers a buffet with international and Egyptian cuisine, and belly dancing.
Khufu’s Restaurant
Restaurant with traditional Egyptian dishes and a view of the Pyramids.
Khan El Khalili
Has been open for over a century and is far and away the most stylish place for lunch or just a cold beer. Expect to pay Western prices.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Marriott Mena House
Built in 1869 as a royal lodge for King Ismail the Magnificent, this magnificent palace has housed guests including Empress Eugenie and Prin
Shopping
- Al Amir Perfume Palace
- Legends and Legacies
- Beymen
Nightlife
- El Mandara Coffee Shop
Museums & culture
- Grand Egyptian Museum
In pictures
Giza gallery
Photos: Ricardo Liberato, Tanya Dedyukhina, MusikAnimal, لا روسا — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Giza travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Giza?
The dry season for the most comfortable travel.
How many days do I need in Giza?
Plan at least 3 days in Giza for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Giza?
Popular stays in Giza include Marriott Mena House. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Giza cost?
On the ground in Giza (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 30–90, and luxury about 105–170+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Giza, Egypt. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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