Start your trip by visiting the Hurghada Marina, which is a beautiful, busy place to enjoy a walk, dine and shop. The marina has a great atmosphere, and it also offers some tours to the central and eastern parts of the Red Sea.
A day-trip to Giftun Islands National Park should definitely be included in your itinerary. You can enjoy a relaxed day at the beach, snorkelling, or exploring coral reefs. There’s also a small restaurant on the island.
Escape to the peaceful town of El Gouna to enjoy its lagoon-side restaurants, beach bars, and boutique shops. Also, your kids can have fun at Makadi Water World or the Jungle Aqua Park.
Today'll be a fun day for both children and adults at the Sindbad Aqua Park which offers many thrilling slides and a large pool with a snack bar.
Visit the fascinating Sand City Hurghada which is an open-air museum hosting impressive sculptures carved in sand by talented artists.
The Hurghada Grand Aquarium is perfect for families, especially children, interested in marine life. It has different sections to view:
Visit the Mini Egypt Park, a miniature of Egypt, with reproductions of famous landmarks, such as the Great Sphinx, the Temple of Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings.
Take a trip to Mahmaya Island, situated on the southern part of the Giftun Islands. It offers a beautiful beach with crystal clear water to snorkel, and it also offers a luxury restaurant with local dishes and beverages.
Have some fun outdoor activity at the Hurghada Kart Racing track with different types of kart available for a race.
Visit the beautiful local Al Mina Mosque, the oldest mosque in Hurghada, built-in 1922 with the Islamic style architecture.
If you haven't visited a water park yet, today, you have two options: Makadi Bay Water World or Makadi Bay Aqua Park. Both of them have exciting water slides and a big water pool with snack bars.
Take a trip to the Hurghada Museum, where you can enjoy learning about the history, geography, and culture of the Red Sea's nearby region through a variety of exhibits and multimedia displays.
Visit the beautiful St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, which is the largest Christian church in Hurghada, built-in 2010 with a modern style architecture.
End your trip with a full day of water fun at the Jungle Aqua Park, which is a perfect family-friendly location. It has a lot of water rides, wave pools, and streams to float in.
The most common transportation options in Hurghada include taxis and buses. Taxis are relatively cheap, and the fare varies depending on the distance covered. Public buses serve routes between Hurghada and other cities with cheap fares. Additionally, you can find car rental companies to rent a car if you prefer a self-guided trip. Expect to pay $15 per day for a car rental and $17-22 for a taxi (per average city ride).
If you have more time, you can include other prominent sites like the Hurghada Grand Mosque or the Senzo Mall, which offers plenty of shopping options. For those with less time, some activities like Giftun Island, Mahmaya Island or Jungle Aqua Park can be skipped or reduced to a half-day visit.
Travelers arriving in Hurghada will land at Hurghada International Airport (HRG), located around 10.5 km south of Hurghada's city center. From the airport, visitors can use taxi and bus services to reach the city center; otherwise, many hotels offer shuttle services for their guests.