4-Day Foodie Itinerary in Manial

1. Day 1: Explore Manial's Colonial Heritage   
   10 minutes (2.3 km) from Cairo International Airport
   Visit the Manial Palace Museum that showcases the former Khedive's collection of art and antiques. After that, head to pretty Khan El Khalili, where the bustling bazaars are perfect for souvenir-shopping.
2. Day 2: Discover Manial's Food Scene   
   15 minutes (5.1 km) from Day 1's last stop
   Experience local flavors by indulging in an Egyptian breakfast consisting of foul (fava bean stew), taameya (Egyptian falafel), and ful medames (mashed fava beans) at Felfela. Then grab a koshary (a hearty mix of lentils, rice, pasta, tomato sauce, and fried onion) at Koshari Tahrir, one of the most popular street food spots. End the day by enjoying a view of the Nile while feasting on zesty grilled seafood dishes at Fayruz.
3. Day 3: Get to Know Islamic Cairo   
   20 minutes (6.9 km) from Day 2's last stop
   Start the day by savoring some traditional Egyptian desserts at Nagi El Mahrousa, where the must-tries are qatayef (sweet dumplings) and balah el sham (Arabic ice cream). Then, explore the gorgeous collection of Islamic art and history on display at the Museum of Islamic Art. End your day with the stunning view of Al-Azhar mosque and city skyline from the roof terrace of Naguib Mahfouz Cafe.
4. Day 4: Wander Through 19th-century Architecture   
   10 minutes (2.8 km) from Day 3's last stop
   Start the day by having breakfast at El-Abd cafe, famous for its  old-style Egyptian breakfast. Then head to Moez Street, where you'll discover a range of 14th-century mosques, historic buildings, and ancient markets of Egypt. End your foodie tour by grabbing a cup of Egyptian-style coffee at the atmospheric Cafe Fishawy, the most famous coffee shop in Khan El Khalili.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Manial Palace Museum (2 hours, EGP 100)
• Khan El Khalili (2 hours, prices vary)
• Egyptian breakfast at Felfela (1 hour, EGP 80)
• Lunch at Koshari Tahrir (1 hour, EGP 60)
• Dinner at Fayruz (2 hours, EGP 300)
• Nagi El Mahrousa for dessert (1 hour, EGP 50)
• Museum of Islamic Art (2 hours, EGP 150)
• Naguib Mahfouz Cafe (1 hour, EGP 120)
• El-Abd cafe (1 hour, EGP 50)
• Drinks at Fishawy Cafe (1 hour, EGP 50)

Total Estimated Costs: EGP 1020

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to El Fayoum Oasis to discover its stunning natural scenery, or join a local cooking class to learn how to cook traditional Egyptian dishes. If you have less time, consider combining Day 3 and 4 into one day.