Historic Alexandria will entice you
Take a vacation to Alexandria and enjoy the area's museums, history and monuments. This city's cafes, beaches and seaside draw many visitors. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Alexandria
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Alexandria is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Mamoura Beach (4 mi / 6.5 km)
- Montazah Beach (12.5 mi / 20 km)
- Lake Maryut (2.4 mi / 3.8 km)
- Stanli Beach (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
- Shallalat Gardens (3.7 mi / 6 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Alexandria
If you're hoping to enjoy some warm-weather activities on your vacation, August, July, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 80°F.
How to get to and around Alexandria
The nearest airport is in Alexandria (ALY-Alexandria Intl.), located 5.6 mi (9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Alexandria (HBE-Borg El Arab), which is 20.4 mi (32.8 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Masr Station, Moharram Bey Station and Al-Hadra Station are the main stations in the city.