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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Al-Azhar Park

Cairo, Egypt

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PARKS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 48 2026

No. 1 in the Middle East

Al-Azhar Park

A large green park in central Cairo beside Al-Darb Al-Ahmar, laid out on lawns at different elevations with gardens, a lake and views over Old Cairo and the Citadel. Visitors walk the paths, picnic in shade, take photos and watch the sunset from the high points.

Highlights

  • Views of the Citadel
  • Hilltop viewpoint with telescope
  • Lake

Good to know

  • Entry ticket; higher price for foreign tourists
  • Cafes, restaurants, toilets and a mosque inside
  • Weekdays and late afternoon are quieter

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