Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral, Cairo

Name: Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral
Address: Cairo, Egypt

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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. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1913 (111 years ago)Coordinates: 30°5'37"N, 31°19'31"E

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Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sultana Malak Palace, Baron Empain Palace, Child Museum, Heliopolis Palace.

0.4 miSE
Palace
Sultana Malak Palace, Cairo
11 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...
0.6 miSE
Palace, Historical place, Forts and castles
Baron Empain Palace, Cairo
15 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...
0.7 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Child Museum, Cairo
18 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...
0.5 miSW
Palace
Heliopolis Palace, Cairo
12 min walk • 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.
1.4 miNE
Church
Our Lady of Fatima Cathedral, Cairo
37 min walk • The Cathedral of Our Lady of Fatima or just Chaldean Catholic Cathedral in Cairo is a religious building that is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is located in the city of Cairo, the capital of the African country of Egypt.
1 miS
Cemetery
Heliopolis War Cemetery, Cairo
27 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.
1 miW
Palace
Tahra Palace, Cairo
27 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.
~1480 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Saint Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, Cairo
8 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.
~720 ftS
Synagogue
Vitali Madjar Synagogue, Cairo
4 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.
1 miSW
Museum, History museum
Gamal Abdel Nasser Museum, Cairo
26 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.
1.2 miNW
Temple
Zeitoun, Cairo
31 min walk • Zeitoun, also El Zeitoun, is a famous district in Cairo, Egypt. It became known for its Marian apparitions during the years 1968–1971. It was the birthplace of Fathia Nkrumah, wife of Kwame Nkrumah, the first President of Ghana. In Arabic, the name literally means olives.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Vitali Madjar Synagogue, Cairo (4 min walk), Saint Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, Cairo (8 min walk), Sultana Malak Palace, Cairo (11 min walk), Heliopolis Palace, Cairo (12 min walk).

How to get to Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral:

Metro

Al Ahram • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)
Haroun • Lines: 3 (18 min walk)

Bus

Koleyet El Banat Metro (18 min walk)