Egypt · Archaeology

6-Hour Alexandria GraecoRoman Heritage Tour with Museum Highlights

6 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the GraecoRoman Museum and its extensive archaeological collection
02 Discover the Greek Amphitheater and its ancient ceremonial history
03 Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman burial site in Egypt
04 Enjoy the Mediterranean setting while exploring Qaitbay and Pompey Pillar

Experience a captivating 6-hour journey through Alexandria's GraecoRoman heritage as you explore remarkable historical sites and museums. Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, discover thousands of antiquities at the GraecoRoman Museum, and admire the ancient Greek Amphitheater. Continue to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages, and see the impressive Pompey Pillar. Enjoy a guided cultural experience through Alexandria's most fascinating archaeological landmarks.

Visit the GraecoRoman Museum and explore its extensive collection of more than 40,000 archaeological artefacts.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Alexandria

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria GraecoRoman Heritage Exploration

Begin at the Qaitbay Citadel and learn about the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Visit the GraecoRoman Museum and explore its extensive collection of more than 40,000 archaeological artefacts.
Continue to the Greek Amphitheater, which once hosted ceremonies and events for up to 600 spectators.
Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman burial site in Egypt, dating to the 2nd century AD.
Visit Pompey's Pillar, locally called the mast pillar, built from red granite in honour of Emperor Diocletian.