Bab al-Louq, Cairo

#270 among attractions in Cairo

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Bab al-Louq is a neighborhood in downtown Cairo. The Egyptian Ministry of Interior is located there. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 30°2'60"N, 31°13'60"E

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بولاق (bwlaq)Cairo Egypt

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Bab al-Louq – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Egyptian Museum, Tahrir Square, Cairo Tower, 6th October Bridge.

~810 ftS
Museum, Archaeological museum
Egyptian Museum, Cairo
4 min walk • The Egyptian Museum, situated in the heart of Cairo, stands as a beacon of ancient history and is an essential visit for anyone fascinated by the pharaohs and the artistry of ancient Egypt. Established in 1902, this museum houses the world's most extensive collection...
0.4 miS
Historic square and site for revolution
Tahrir Square, Cairo
11 min walk • Tahrir Square, the heart of Cairo and a pivotal location in modern Egyptian history, stands as a testament to the country's vibrant socio-political landscape. This expansive public space, known in Arabic as "Midan Tahrir," meaning "Liberation Square," has been the...
0.6 miSW
Egypt's tallest tower, with viewing deck
Cairo Tower, Cairo
16 min walk • Cairo Tower, an emblematic landmark of Egypt's sprawling capital, stands tall as a testament to modern architectural ingenuity and a symbol of Egypt's progress in the mid-20th century. The tower, which rises to a height of 187 meters, was completed in 1961 and has...
0.4 miW
Bridge
6th October Bridge, Cairo
10 min walk • The 6th October Bridge is an essential artery in the bustling city of Cairo, Egypt, serving as a vital connector across the River Nile. This impressive structure spans approximately 20.5 kilometers, making it one of the longest bridges in Egypt and a notable landmark...
0.4 miS
Museum, Cultural tours, Private tours
June 2013 Egyptian protests, Cairo
11 min walk • The 30 June protests occurred in Egypt on 30 June 2013, marking the one-year anniversary of Mohamed Morsi's inauguration as president. The events ended with the 2013 Egyptian coup d'état after mass protests across Egypt demanding the immediate resignation of the president.
0.8 miSW
Landmark venue with art gallery and museum
Cairo Opera House, Cairo
20 min walk • The Cairo Opera House, part of Cairo's National Cultural Centre, is the main performing arts venue in the Egyptian capital. Home to most of Egypt's finest musical groups, it is located on the southern portion of Gezira Island in the Nile River, in the Zamalek district near downtown Cairo.
1.3 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
El-Sawy Cultural Wheel, Cairo
34 min walk • El Sawy Culture Wheel is a cultural center on Gezira Island in the Zamalek district on central Cairo, Egypt. Named after its founder and owner, Abdelmoniem El-Sawy, it is considered one of the most important cultural venues in Egypt and receives more than 20,000 visitors each month.
~1910 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Talaat Harb Street, Cairo
10 min walk • Talaat Harb Street is a historic street in downtown Cairo, Egypt, connecting Tahrir Square and Talaat Harb Square.
0.5 miSW
Bridge
Qasr El Nil Bridge, Cairo
13 min walk • The Qasr El Nil Bridge, also commonly spelled Kasr El Nil Bridge, is a historic structure dating from 1931 which replaced the first bridge to span the Nile River in central Cairo, Egypt.
0.9 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
Mukhtar Museum, Cairo
24 min walk • Mukhtar Museum is a museum in Cairo, Egypt, housing the sculptures of Mahmoud Mokhtar. Mokhtar is considered to be significant as the father of modern Egyptian sculpture. His tomb is in the basement of the museum.
0.6 miNW
Mausoleum, Islamic architecture
Tomb of Salar and Sangar-al-Gawli, Cairo
16 min walk • The mosque and tomb of Salar and Sangar al-Gawli is located near the Ibn Tulun Mosque along Saliba Street in Medieval Cairo and is west of Madrasa of Sarghatmish. It contains the joint mausoleums of Sayf el-Din Salar and Alam el-Din Sangar el-Gawli, powerful Mamluk emirs in the early 14th-century in 1304.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bab al-Louq?

Nearby attractions include Egyptian Museum, Cairo (4 min walk), Maspiro, Cairo (7 min walk), Boulaq, Cairo (8 min walk), Townhouse Gallery, Cairo (8 min walk).

How to get to Bab al-Louq by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bab al-Louq:

Bus

Abd el Moniem Riad (1 min walk)
Turgoman Bus Station (17 min walk)

Metro

Nasser • Lines: 1 (11 min walk)
Sadat • Lines: 1, 2 (11 min walk)

Train

Orabi (20 min walk)
Ramses Station (31 min walk)