Cairo

Cairo, Egypt’s sprawling capital, is best known for the nearby Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, as well as the Egyptian Museum, which houses a vast collection of ancient artifacts. The local currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP), and while Cairo is generally affordable, prices can vary widely—meals and transport are cheap, but some tourist sites and hotels can be pricey. Summers are extremely hot and dry, often exceeding 35°C (95°F), while winters are milder and more comfortable for sightseeing.