Alexandria

Egypt

Wander through millennia of history at the magnificent Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress built atop the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Currency Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Language Arabic

Time Zone EET (UTC+2)

Best Time to Visit Oct–Nov

Typical Duration 7-25 nights

Price Range From $50 pp

Port Type Port of Call

Tender Port Yes

Gateway to ancient Egypt's treasures, including the iconic Citadel of Qaitbay and proximity to the pyramids of Giza, making it a premier Mediterranean cruise destination for history enthusiasts.

Cruises that visit Alexandria

Build Your Day in Alexandria

Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 9:00 PM

Usually about 13 hours ashore

Embarkation port — worth arriving early

My ship arrives around: Getting around:

Carrefour Delivery Hypermarket · ★ 4.5 · 55k Open · Closes 12 AM

San Stefano Grand Plaza Mall with a cineplex & dining Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 35k

City Centre Alexandria Lively shopping hub with dining & movies Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 33k Open · Closes 12 AM

The Grand Egyptian Museum Onsite services Archaeological museum · ★ 4.7 · 26k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

Green Plaza Mall Outdoor mall with restaurants Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 26k Open · Closes 12 AM

Gleem Bay, Alexandria Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Food court · ★ 4.4 · 23k

Montaza Palace 1932 ornate palace & extensive gardens Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 19k

Mohamed Ahmed Restaurant Laid-back, popular breakfast place Falafel · ★ 4 · 16k

Tivoli Dome, Alexandria Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 15k

El Mamurah Beach Lively spot with cafes & a promenade Public beach · ★ 4.2 · 14k

Délices Patisserie Alexandria Stop for Middle Eastern fare & desserts Dessert · ★ 4.3 · 11k

Serapeum of Alexandria Iconic Roman-era granite column Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 9k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

Royal Jewelry Museum Alexandria Collections from Muhammad Ali dynasty Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 9k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

Arous Elbahr Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Seafood · ★ 4.2 · 8k

Orouba Mall Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 7k Open · Closes 1 AM

Alexandria Ancient Roman Theater Ruins of a Roman theater & villa Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 7k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

kouta park Amusement park · ★ 4 · 7k

Latino Cafe & Resturant Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Breakfast · ★ 4.2 · 7k

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa Burial chambers from the 2nd century Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 7k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

old street cafe and restaurant Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 6k

3alrakia Café & Lounge Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 6k

Pablo Cafe & Restaurant Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Breakfast · ★ 4.3 · 5k

Sea Gull Restaurant Excellent food, service,available parking and great atmosphere. Seafood · ★ 4.4 · 5k

BRANZINO Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 4k

Alexandria National Museum Egyptian history in an Italianate palace Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 3k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

Greco-Roman Museum Mummies & other archaeological objects Archaeological museum · ★ 4.6 · 3k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri

Brazilian Coffee Stores Delivery Coffee store · ★ 4.5 · 3k

Chez Gaby Au Ritrovo Best Ever in Alexandria, Luxury Classy and Very delicious food. Pizza · ★ 4.3 · 3k

Crave Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 3k

Sidra By The Citadel Food was delicious, views are unmatched, a bit expensive for Alexandria. Lebanese · ★ 4.4 · 3k

Skyroof - Windsor Palace Hotel Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 2k Open

White & Blue - Greek Nautical Club Dine-in·Takeout Seafood · ★ 4.2 · 2k

Blue Harbor Rooftop Restaurant Windsor Palace Hotel Alexandria Dine-in·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 2k

Seagull Restaurant Gleem Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Seafood · ★ 4.4 · 2k

Tolip Beach also have playground for kids, but it cost 50 egp. Beach · ★ 4 · 2k

The Anime House, Alexandria Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.7 · 2k Closed · Opens 1 PM Fri

Calithea Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 2k Open

Jeeda's Stylish restaurant with Spanish dishes Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Central Perk Cafe, Alexandria Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Cafe · ★ 4.3 · 1k

Gabi Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k

Sky view restaurant Le Metropole hotel Best restaurant in Alexandria Great food Good service Amazing views Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k

Matajer Mall Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM

Glime Beach Small beach but fairly clean. Beach · ★ 3.8 · 1k

Ma sera restaurant The ambiance suited both casual and formal dining occasions Italian · ★ 4.7 · 1k

Cap D’or Bar and Restaurant Restaurant · ★ 4 · 1k Open

Ebn El Balad Restaurant Great food and excellent service ! Barbecue · ★ 4 · 1k

SeaSide Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Seafood · ★ 4.3 · 1k

House of Cocoa Dine-in·Takeout Chocolate cafe · ★ 4.8 · 1k

Montazah Beach Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 1k

dstore Onsite services Clothing store · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM

Spitfire Bar Bar · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open

Izoya Restaurant Best stuff Excellent food The place is very clean The service is very nice Western · ★ 4.1 · 1k

Antoniades Palace Onsite services Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 1k

Ritsa restaurant Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery Seafood · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Tim’s Coffee Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Coffee shop · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Rooftop Dine-in·No takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 0k

N.Y.X lounge Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open

Games 2 Egypt City Centre Alexandria In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery Video game store · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM

The Pint Bar Bar · ★ 4 · 0k

Santorini Greek Restaurant The restaurant is simple, but very clean.Food was amazing, but high price. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Mahmoud Said Museum Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

El Montazah Park Botanical garden · ★ 4.3 · 0k

شاطئ المنتزة السياحي Montazah Bay good beach but very crowded in Friday and services nice Park · ★ 3.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 7 AM Fri

Taiki Coffee Culture Dine-in·Takeout Coffee shop · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Stanley Beach Nice place for family and friends but very crowded in July and August . Park · ★ 4.1 · 0k

Byblos Restaurant Amazing view, amazing service and amazing food. Lebanese · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Le Bar Bar · ★ 4 · 0k Open

Divaz restaurant & cafe Friendly staff, good vibes, and decent prices. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Montazah Aida Beach Beach · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Kom el Dikka Ancient Roman amphitheater with mosaics Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri

Asteria The food, the service, the ambiance and the clientele are just amazing. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k

بيتنا للأدوات المنزلية - سموحة In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery Shopping mall · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM

Elmoltaka Mall Shopping mall · ★ 3.8 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM

Hooliganseg Lounge bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Lighthouse of Alexandria Historical landmark · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Triple O lounge Lounge bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open

La Alexandria Asian Restaurant & Cafe Cozy atmosphere, great food portions, awesome taste !! Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM Sat

Jettz burger Hamburger · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Public Free Beach Beach · ★ 3.5 · 0k

RUSH - Burger & More Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k

Roberto's Italian Restaurant Best salmon to try, tenderloin is highly recommended as well. Italian · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Cleopatra Beach Beauty, Sun, Sand, blue and golden view. Beach · ★ 4.1 · 0k

Montazah Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k

The Crave Lounge Lounge bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open

Sahar El-Laialy My food and drinks arrived quickly, and it was made to perfection. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Roman Villa of the Birds Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

تمثال الأشرعه البيضاء Tourist attraction · ★ 4.1 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Private Beach Beach · ★ 4 · 0k

NashCo. Best nashville in Alexandria and great atmosphere American · ★ 5 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

Alexandria is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here — it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.

Next Departures from Alexandria

About Alexandria

Alexandria stands as one of the Mediterranean's most captivating cruise destinations, offering travelers an extraordinary window into Egypt's legendary past. This historic port city, founded by Alexander the Great himself, seamlessly blends ancient grandeur with vibrant modern culture, making it an unforgettable stop for cruise passengers seeking authentic Mediterranean experiences. Whether you're a history enthusiast, culture lover, or simply curious about one of the world's most storied civilizations, Alexandria delivers an experience that lingers long after you've returned to your ship.

As a primary port of call, Alexandria features prominently on Mediterranean itineraries spanning seven nights or longer, with major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Holland America Line, and others regularly calling here. These voyages typically combine Alexandria with other beloved Mediterranean ports such as Piraeus, Rhodes, Limassol, and Valletta, creating well-rounded journeys that showcase the region's diversity. The port welcomes the highest volume of visitors during the peak months of October, July, and June, when ideal weather conditions make exploring this ancient city particularly rewarding.

Passengers docking in Alexandria find themselves mere steps from world-class attractions, including the iconic Citadel of Qaitbay, the fascinating Greco-Roman Museum, and the legendary Library of Alexandria. The port facilities are well-equipped to handle cruise traffic, and organized shore excursions make it easy to maximize your time ashore. From bustling local markets to serene Mediterranean waterfront promenades, Alexandria invites you to step into history while enjoying the warmth and hospitality of Egypt's most cosmopolitan city.