Heliopolis Palace, Cairo

#52 among attractions in Cairo

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The Heliopolis Palace is one of the three Egyptian presidential palaces and residences, the others being Montaza Palace and Ras el-Tin Palace, for the executive office of the President of Egypt. It is located in the suburb of Heliopolis, northeast of central Cairo and east of the Nile in Egypt. It was originally built as the grand Heliopolis Palace Hotel in 1910. Now it is for the use of the President of Egypt. ()

Local name: قصر الاتحادية Architectural style: Moorish revivalCoordinates: 30°5'20"N, 31°19'11"E

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Heliopolis Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sultana Malak Palace, Baron Empain Palace, Child Museum, 6th of October Panorama.

0.6 miE
Palace
Sultana Malak Palace, Cairo
15 min walk • The Sultana Malak Palace, a hidden gem nestled in the bustling city of Cairo, Egypt, is a testament to the country's rich architectural heritage. This historic landmark, situated in the Heliopolis district, is a striking example of early 20th-century design, combining...
0.7 miE
Palace, Historical place, Forts and castles
Baron Empain Palace, Cairo
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cairo's Heliopolis suburb, the Baron Empain Palace stands as a testament to the eclectic architectural heritage of Egypt. This distinctive palace, also known as Le Palais Hindou, was constructed between 1907 and 1911 by the Belgian industrialist...
1.2 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Child Museum, Cairo
30 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Cairo, Egypt, the Child Museum is a vibrant and educational attraction designed specifically for young minds. This unique institution is dedicated to fostering learning and imagination among children, providing an interactive environment...
1.3 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
6th of October Panorama, Cairo
33 min walk • The 6th of October War Panorama is a museum and memorial to the 1973 October war, located in Heliopolis, Cairo. Constructed over an area of 7.5 feddans, it was inaugurated on 5 October 1989 by former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak.
1.2 miNW
Palace
Koubbeh Palace, Cairo
32 min walk • Koubbeh Palace, is one of the various Egyptian palaces which currently serve as the country's official guest house for visiting dignitaries. The palace was most likely originally built in the mid-19th century and sold to Khedive Ismail in 1866 by his brother Mustafa Fazl Pasha.
0.9 miSE
Cemetery
Heliopolis War Cemetery, Cairo
24 min walk • Heliopolis War Cemetery is a war cemetery in the Heliopolis district of Cairo, Egypt for British and Commonwealth service personnel. It is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
0.9 miNW
Palace
Tahra Palace, Cairo
24 min walk • El-Tahra Palace is a palace located in Cairo, Egypt that was designed by Antonio Lasciac. It was mainly built for Princess Amina, daughter of Khedive Ismail and mother of Mohamed Taher Pasha. It was built in "Italianate Palazzo" style.
0.5 miNE
Church
Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral, Cairo
12 min walk • Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral, also known as the Latin Cathedral of Our Lady of Heliopolis, or the Basilica of the Holy Virgin, is a Roman Catholic church building, located on Al-Ahram Square in the Heliopolis neighbourhood of Cairo, Egypt.
0.7 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Saint Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, Cairo
17 min walk • St. Mark's Coptic Orthodox Church is the first Coptic parish that was built and established in the district of Heliopolis in Cairo, Egypt. Being one of several Coptic Orthodox Churches in Heliopolis, St. Mark's Church is specifically located on Cleopatra Street, near the Cleopatra Hospital.
~1820 ftNE
Synagogue
Vitali Madjar Synagogue, Cairo
9 min walk • Vitali Madjar Synagogue is a synagogue in Cairo, Egypt. It is located on el-Missalah street off Ibrahim street in Heliopolis. It was erected in 1928.
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum
Gamal Abdel Nasser Museum, Cairo
15 min walk • Gamal Abdel Nasser Museum is a biographical museum in Cairo, Egypt. It is named after and about Gamal Abdel Nasser, the former President of Egypt.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Heliopolis Palace?

Nearby attractions include Vitali Madjar Synagogue, Cairo (9 min walk), Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral, Cairo (12 min walk), Gamal Abdel Nasser Museum, Cairo (15 min walk), Sultana Malak Palace, Cairo (15 min walk).

How to get to Heliopolis Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Heliopolis Palace:

Metro

Al Ahram • Lines: 3 (12 min walk)
Koleyet El Banat • Lines: 3 (17 min walk)

Bus

Koleyet El Banat Metro (17 min walk)