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Discover Alexandria with Rafeek

Alexandria is a major city in Egypt.

Seeing Alexandria without the story is only half the trip

The problem

Group tours run on someone else's clock, printed signs say too little, and searching for context on your phone pulls you out of the moment. Most travellers leave Alexandria with photos but no sense of what they actually saw.

How Rafeek fixes it

Rafeek is a personal audio guide in your pocket. Press play at each landmark in Alexandria, listen at your own pace, and keep your eyes on the place instead of a screen. Guides work offline, so no roaming or signal worries.

What you'll discover in Alexandria

21 landmarks with their own audio guide — tap any one to read what you'll hear.

Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque

One of Alexandria's most famous and beautiful mosques, dedicated to the 13th-century Sufi saint Abul Abbas al-Mursi. Its intricate design features a large central dome, four smaller domes, and a towering minaret, making it a prominent city landmark.

Alexandria Corniche

A picturesque waterfront promenade that stretches for several kilometers along the Eastern Harbour. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike for walking, relaxing, and enjoying views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Alexandria National Museum

Housed in a restored Italian-style palace, this museum chronicles the rich history of Alexandria from the Pharaonic era through the Roman, Coptic, and Islamic periods. Its collection includes over 1,800 artifacts, including impressive underwater discoveries.

Anfushi Tombs

A series of rock-hewn tombs dating back to the Ptolemaic period around 250 BC. Located in the Anfushi district, they are known for their vibrant paintings that blend Egyptian and Greek artistic motifs.

Antoniades Gardens

A historic botanical garden that once surrounded the palace of a wealthy Greek resident, now part of the Alexandria Zoo complex. The gardens feature a collection of statues, diverse flora, and a beautifully designed landscape perfect for a peaceful walk.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

A major library and cultural center commemorating the ancient Library of Alexandria. It houses museums, art galleries, a planetarium, and a massive reading area, serving as a modern hub for knowledge and culture.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

A vast Roman burial site, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. This necropolis features a unique fusion of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles across its three subterranean levels.

Cavafy Museum

The former apartment of the renowned Greek poet Constantine P. Cavafy, preserved as a museum. It offers a glimpse into the life and work of the poet, with his personal belongings, manuscripts, and furniture on display.

Citadel of Qaitbay

A 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean coast, built on the exact site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. The citadel offers stunning sea views and a glimpse into Mamluk military architecture.

El-Shalalat Gardens

A public park built around the ancient city walls of Alexandria. The gardens feature waterfalls, remnants of the historic walls and towers, and provide a pleasant green space in the city center.

Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue

One of the largest synagogues in the Middle East, this historic site serves the city's small Jewish community. The magnificent building, rebuilt in the 19th century, features grand marble columns and an impressive interior.

Graeco-Roman Museum

A museum dedicated to the Hellenistic and Roman periods of Egyptian history, housing thousands of artifacts found in and around Alexandria. Although it has been under renovation for many years, it remains a key institution for understanding the city's classical past.

Maamoura Beach

A popular and well-maintained public beach located east of the Montaza Gardens. It is known for its clean sands and calm waters, making it a favorite spot for families and swimming.

Montaza Palace and Gardens

A former royal palace of Khedive Abbas II, surrounded by extensive lush gardens overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The grounds are a popular public park, offering beautiful landscapes, beaches, and a serene escape from the city.

Pompey's Pillar

A massive Roman triumphal column, it is one of the largest monolithic columns ever erected. Standing in the ruins of the ancient Serapeum temple, it was mistakenly attributed to Pompey by Crusaders.

Ras El Tin Palace

A historic palace on the coast that served as a royal summer residence and was the site of King Farouk's abdication in 1952. While not open to the public, its grand exterior can be viewed from the outside as a significant historical landmark.

Roman Amphitheatre

A well-preserved Roman theatre located at Kom El Dikka, dating back to the 4th century AD. It is the only known Roman amphitheater in Egypt and features marble seats, galleries, and mosaic flooring.

Royal Jewelry Museum

Located in the former palace of Princess Fatma Al-Zahra, this museum displays a magnificent collection of jewelry and art pieces from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty. The palace itself is an architectural masterpiece, showcasing exquisite European styles.

Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral

Believed to be built on the site of the church founded by Saint Mark the Evangelist himself, this is the historical seat of the Pope of Alexandria. The current structure is a modern reconstruction but holds immense religious significance for Coptic Christians.

Stanley Bridge

A modern architectural icon of Alexandria, this 400-meter-long bridge crosses Stanley Bay along the Corniche. It is famous for its distinctive design with four towers inspired by the Montaza Palace and is a popular spot for evening strolls.

Taposiris Magna

An ancient city and temple complex located west of Alexandria, dedicated to Osiris. The site, which includes a partially ruined temple and a monument believed to be a replica of the Alexandria Lighthouse, is a significant archaeological area associated with Cleopatra.

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About Alexandria

Alexandria is a major city in Egypt. Lying at the western edge of the Nile River Delta, it extends about 40 km (25 mi) along the country's northern coast. It is Egypt's principal seaport, the second largest city after Cairo, and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast. Founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria is one of the largest and most important cities of antiquity and a leading hub for science, culture, and scholarship.