Manasterly Palace, Cairo

Name: Manasterly Palace
Address: Cairo, Egypt

#101 among attractions in Cairo

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Facts and practical information

The Manasterly Palace is an Ottoman Baroque palace and grounds in the south western corner on the southern end of Rawda Island on the Nile in Cairo, Egypt. It stands next to the nilometer that dates back to 861 CE. ()

Coordinates: 30°0'25"N, 31°13'28"E

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روضة جزيره (rwdt jzyrh)Cairo Egypt

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

Nearby attractions include: Babylon Fortress, Giza Zoo, Coptic Museum, Hanging Church.

~1690 ftE
Forts and castles, Ancient Roman architecture
Babylon Fortress, Cairo
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cairo, Egypt, the Babylon Fortress is a historical bastion of the past, standing as a testament to the city’s ancient heritage. This fortress, whose origins trace back to the 6th century BC, is believed to have been built by the Persians as a...
1.4 miNW
Zoo with lions, elephants and monkeys
Giza Zoo, Cairo
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cairo, Egypt, the Giza Zoo stands as a verdant oasis amid the bustling cityscape. Founded in 1891, this historic zoological garden sprawls over a vast 80 acres, offering a tranquil retreat for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
~1890 ftE
Museum of ancient Egyptian Christian art
Coptic Museum, Cairo
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Cairo, the Coptic Museum stands as a testament to Egypt's rich Christian heritage, offering a profound glimpse into the history of Coptic civilization. The museum, which houses the largest collection of Coptic Christian artifacts in the...
~1910 ftE
Coptic place of worship with icons
Hanging Church, Cairo
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Cairo, the Hanging Church, also known as Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, is a historical and architectural marvel that continues to draw visitors from around the globe. This iconic church, dating back to the 3rd century, is famed...
0.6 miNE
Historic mosque with a large courtyard
Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, Cairo
15 min walk • The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As is a monumental piece of Islamic history nestled in the heart of Cairo, Egypt. Established in 642 AD, it holds the distinction of being the first mosque built on the African continent. Named after the Muslim commander Amr ibn al-As, this...
~1960 ftE
Church, Historical place
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, Cairo
10 min walk • Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, also known as Abu Serga, in Coptic Cairo is one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt, dating back to the 4th century.
0.4 miE
Ornate temple with historic significance
Ben Ezra Synagogue, Cairo
11 min walk • The Ben Ezra Synagogue, sometimes referred to as the El-Geniza Synagogue or the Synagogue of the Levantines, is situated in the Fustat part of Old Cairo, Egypt. According to local folklore, it is located on the site where baby Moses was found.
0.9 miSW
29°59'51"N • 31°12'54"E
The Pharaonic Village, Cairo
23 min walk • Museum, Historical place
~280 ftNE
Museum
Umm Kulthum Museum, Cairo
2 min walk • Om Kalthoum Museum is a biographical museum in Giza, near Cairo, Egypt. The Om Kalthoum Museum is dedicated to Umm Kulthum, or Om Kalthoum, the famous Egyptian singer, songwriter, and actress.
1.1 miN
Aqueduct
Cairo Citadel Aqueduct, Cairo
29 min walk • The Cairo Citadel Aqueduct or Mamluk Aqueduct is a medieval aqueduct system in Cairo, Egypt. It was first conceived and built during the Ayyubid period but was later reworked by several Mamluk sultans to expand the provision of water to the Citadel of Cairo.
0.8 miS
Museum, Science museum
Egyptian Geological Museum, Cairo
20 min walk • The Egyptian Geological Museum is a museum in Cairo, Egypt. The museum was established in 1904 as part of the Egyptian Geological Survey, which had been started in 1896 under the direction of the Khedive Ismail. The museum was the first of its kind in the Middle East and the African continent.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Manasterly Palace?

Nearby attractions include Nilometer, Cairo (2 min walk), Umm Kulthum Museum, Cairo (2 min walk), Saint Mary Church, Cairo (6 min walk), Babylon Fortress, Cairo (9 min walk).

How to get to Manasterly Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Manasterly Palace:

Metro

Mar Girgis • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Al-Malek Al-Saleh • Lines: 1 (21 min walk)

Bus

Amr Ibn Al-Aas (13 min walk)
مترو الجيزة (29 min walk)

Train

Giza Suburbs (25 min walk)