Takes at least half a day if not longer. But ABSOLUTELY worth it. Make sure you do a guided tour. Well worth the price. We did Maximus Tours (good price, great guide): Takes at least half a day if not longer. But ABSOLUTELY worth it. Make sure you do a guided tour. Well worth the price. We did Maximus Tours (good price, great guide): http://www.vaticantou...miprivate/7…see moresee less
These are the ruins of the former Christian holy city that was built over the tomb of Menas of Alexandria. It is one of 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites found in Egypt.
Spent a whole day here and could have spent many more. It's not cheap and there's a lot to see so I would start early in the day. The crown jewels are just incredible and everything is displayed so well.
Instead of going as a tourist, go when they're having mass or evensong or any other event. The singing there is magical, and you feel part of the place, the history.
it's worth looking at just from below...I did not plan ahead, but the wait to go up in the tower was super long. We just went to Montmartre instead and that was breathtaking.