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Alexandria in 2 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Two days in Alexandria cover the history and the seafront. Here is how to spend two perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: ancient city
  2. 2Day 2: Montaza & sea
  3. 3Bibliotheca
  4. 4Seafood

Day 1: the history

The Citadel, catacombs and Pillar.

Day 2: the sea

Montaza gardens and the corniche.

The flavours

A Mediterranean seafood dinner.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Alexandria — prices per person.

From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs and Citadel Day Trip with Lunch
Cairo
From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs and Citadel Day Trip with Lunch
4.9(99)·11 heures
à partir de$74/ personne
via Viator
Walking Tour at Catacombs as the Coolest Underground
Rome
Walking Tour at Catacombs as the Coolest Underground
5.0(257)·2 heures
à partir de$56/ personne
via Viator
Cairo Tour to old Egyptian Museum Citadel and Coptic Cairo
Cairo
Cairo Tour to old Egyptian Museum Citadel and Coptic Cairo
4.8(66)·8 heures
à partir de$15/ personne
via Viator
All Saqqara treasures (Pyramids and Tombs) and the underground Serapeum
Cairo
All Saqqara treasures (Pyramids and Tombs) and the underground Serapeum
5.0(36)·6 heures
à partir de$180/ personne
via Viator
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacomb, Lighthouse, Citadel Trip & Lunch
Cairo
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacomb, Lighthouse, Citadel Trip & Lunch
4.7(100)·8 heures
à partir de$10/ personne
via Viator
Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour
Alexandria
Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour
4.6(155)·7 heures
à partir de$35/ personne
via Viator
Rome Underground Tour: Catacombs, Crypts & Secrets with Transfers
Rome
Rome Underground Tour: Catacombs, Crypts & Secrets with Transfers
3.8(17)·2 heures
à partir de$87/ personne
via Viator
Cairo Tour To The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Citadel & Bazaar
Cairo
Cairo Tour To The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Citadel & Bazaar
4.6(27)·9 heures
à partir de$15/ personne
via Viator

Alexandria in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Alexandria?
Two days lets you explore the ancient city and the seafront, with time for the Bibliotheca and seafood.
What are the best things to do in Alexandria?
The Qaitbay Citadel, catacombs, Bibliotheca, Pompey’s Pillar and Montaza gardens are the top experiences.
How do I plan a 2-day Alexandria itinerary?
Spend day one on the ancient sights and day two on the Montaza gardens and corniche.

Explore more in Alexandria

City HighlightsBibliothecaCatacombsMontaza & Corniche