Bab Zuweila Travel Guide: Top Sights in Egypt, Tours & Travel Advice

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Bab Zuweila- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Egypt; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Bab Zuweila, an ancient gateway in Cairo, was built in 1092 as part of the city's defensive walls during the Fatimid period. With its twin towers once serving as lookout points, the gate offers panoramic views of Old Cairo today. It has been a backdrop for significant events, including public executions and the Battle of Ain Jalut, where Mamluk Sultan Qutuz defeated the Mongols. Nearby, the Mosque of Sultan al-Muayyad was constructed on a former dungeon site, showcasing Cairo’s evolving architectural landscape.

Operators offering tours in Egypt

Attractions in Cairo

Khan el-Khalili

Egyptian Museum

4.4

Al-Azhar Mosque

4.6

Citadel Saladin

4.8

Ibn Tulun Mosque

4.2

Coptic Museum

Al-Mu'izz Street

4.8

Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

Reviews of Bab Zuweila

Seokjin Ham

5
Reviewed: 2024-08-12

It is the last remaining southern gate from the walls of Cairo during the Fatimid period in the 11th and 12th centuries. You can climb up the tower and see a panoramic view of Cairo's old city. There are many different types of transportation on the narrow road, so be careful when walking.
Shane Kennedy

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-13

Cairo gate and tent street where you find hand sown Egyptian applique. You can still climb the minaret at the gate. One of the oldest part's of Cairo
Khaled Diab

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-12

Very nice to climb the minaret to have a better experience and view of Cairo
John Russell-Smith (FamilyRussell-SmithTravel)

4
Reviewed: 2024-04-14

Was shown by a local who we thought was showing out of kindness but infact was a scam for money. Even backhanded someone at the mosque to let us in.... that said it's a nice mosque.
Max Ruppert

5
Reviewed: 2023-02-02

Definitely one of my highlights of Cairo! While the gate and its towers have a interesting history itself, the views were the highlight for me. You can climb the gate and then even both minarets on top of it. Inside the minaret there is no light and it’s quite steep but the views are definitely worth it. Pricing is fair and you could get some additional information by the guard for a little tip.