Bibliotheca Alexandrina and other places from Alexandria
Overview
Join the luxurious tour at the legendary city founded by Alexander the Great.You can see there many thousands of books. it reaches about 2 milions. the library has shelf space for eight million books, with the main reading room covering 20, 000 square metres on eleven cascading levels.The complex also houses a conference center; specialized libraries for maps, multimedia, the blind and visually impaired, young people and for children; four museums; four art galleries for temporary exhibitions; 15 permanent exhibitions & planetarium. The main reading room tilted out toward the sea like a sundial then you will visit the Cathedral which is founded by St. Mark the Evangelist in AD 60 (author of the second Gospel) has been connected with the city of Alexandria since earliest Christian tradition . you will also visit abbo el Abbas mosque which was redesigned and built in today's current form by Eugenio Valzania and Mario Rossi and was influenced by Egypt's Old Cairo buildings and architecture.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- bottled water
- hotel pickup and pickoff
- surprise
- All Fees and Taxes
- Egyptologist Guide
- Entry/Admission - Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
- Entry/Admission - Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Entry/Admission - St. Mark's Cathedral in Alexandria
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: St. Mark's Cathedral in Alexandria, 19 Al Akbat Church, محطة الرمل، Al Attarin, Alexandria Governorate 5372014, Egypt
the oldest church in Africa
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, Anfushi Old Alexandria, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
you will see an old funfair where children play on funfair rides.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bibliotheca Alexandrina, El Shatby, Alexandria 30100 Egypt
the library has shelf space for eight million books with the main reading room covering 20, 000 square metres on eleven cascading levels. The complex also houses a conference center; specialized libraries for maps, multimedia, the blind and visually impaired, young people, and for children; four museums; four art galleries for temporary exhibitions; 15 permanent exhibitions; a planetarium; and a manuscript restoration laboratory. The library's architecture is equally striking. The main reading room stands beneath a 32-meter-high glass-panelled roof, tilted out toward the sea like a sundial, and measuring some 160 m in diameter. The walls are of gray Aswan granite, carved with characters from 120 different human scripts.
The collections at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina were donated from all over the world.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: St. Mark's Cathedral in Alexandria, 19 Al Akbat Church, محطة الرمل، Al Attarin, Alexandria Governorate 5372014, Egypt
the oldest church in Africa
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, Anfushi Old Alexandria, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
you will see an old funfair where children play on funfair rides.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bibliotheca Alexandrina, El Shatby, Alexandria 30100 Egypt
the library has shelf space for eight million books with the main reading room covering 20, 000 square metres on eleven cascading levels. The complex also houses a conference center; specialized libraries for maps, multimedia, the blind and visually impaired, young people, and for children; four museums; four art galleries for temporary exhibitions; 15 permanent exhibitions; a planetarium; and a manuscript restoration laboratory. The library's architecture is equally striking. The main reading room stands beneath a 32-meter-high glass-panelled roof, tilted out toward the sea like a sundial, and measuring some 160 m in diameter. The walls are of gray Aswan granite, carved with characters from 120 different human scripts.
The collections at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina were donated from all over the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
GorgeousUnknown
July 2021
The Library of Alexandria is a must visit site when visiting Alexandria. Built in honor of the great ancient Library of Alexandria, it also contains several art galleries, museums, and more.
The Library of Alexandria is a must visit site when visiting Alexandria. Built in honor of the great ancient Library of Alexandria, it also contains several art galleries, museums, and more.Francine M
October 2023
We enjoyed our day in Alexandria. Our tour with Jean was fun and informative and we were able to see most of the city and major sites in 4 hours. Jean is very knowledgeable!
We enjoyed our day in Alexandria. Our tour with Jean was fun and informative and we were able to see most of the city and major sites in 4 hours. Jean is very knowledgeable!rochellen907
February 2020
It's the best tour I 've ever done. I loved the library so much. Every place I visit is amazing. Guide Ali is knowledgeable and very punctual. Thanks for this tour. I will book my next visits with Mirette Tour .
It's the best tour I 've ever done. I loved the library so much. Every place I visit is amazing. Guide Ali is knowledgeable and very punctual. Thanks for this tour. I will book my next visits with Mirette Tour .