Dokki, Cairo

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Dokki (Arabic: الدقي pronounced, is a district in Giza city, which is part of Greater Cairo, in Egypt. Dokki is situated on the western bank of the Nile, directly across from Downtown Cairo. It is a vital residential and commercial district with major roads connecting the two parts of Greater Cairo. ()

Local name: حي الدقي Coordinates: 30°2'20"N, 31°12'45"E

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Dokki – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cairo Tower, Giza Zoo, 6th October Bridge, Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum.

1.4 kmNE
Egypt's tallest tower, with viewing deck
Cairo Tower, Cairo
22 min walk • Cairo Tower, an emblematic landmark of Egypt's sprawling capital, stands tall as a testament to modern architectural ingenuity and a symbol of Egypt's progress in the mid-20th century. The tower, which rises to a height of 187 meters, was completed in 1961 and has...
1.6 kmS
Zoo with lions, elephants and monkeys
Giza Zoo, Cairo
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cairo, Egypt, the Giza Zoo stands as a verdant oasis amid the bustling cityscape. Founded in 1891, this historic zoological garden sprawls over a vast 80 acres, offering a tranquil retreat for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
1.8 kmNE
Bridge
6th October Bridge, Cairo
29 min walk • The 6th October Bridge is an essential artery in the bustling city of Cairo, Egypt, serving as a vital connector across the River Nile. This impressive structure spans approximately 20.5 kilometers, making it one of the longest bridges in Egypt and a notable landmark...
~740 mSE
Museum, Art museum
Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum, Cairo
12 min walk • The Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum is a museum in Giza, Egypt. It is located in a palace built in the early 20th century.
1.2 kmE
Landmark venue with art gallery and museum
Cairo Opera House, Cairo
19 min walk • The Cairo Opera House, part of Cairo's National Cultural Centre, is the main performing arts venue in the Egyptian capital. Home to most of Egypt's finest musical groups, it is located on the southern portion of Gezira Island in the Nile River, in the Zamalek district near downtown Cairo.
1.7 kmSE
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Qasr Al-Eini Museum, Cairo
28 min walk • The Qasr Al-Eini Museum is a historical medical museum in Cairo, Egypt. The museum covers the history of medicine in the Arabic Mashriq region of the Levant, and the historical role played by the Qasr Al-Eini School of Medicine as a linkage between medicine in pharaonic Egypt and modern medicine.
1.7 kmE
Bridge
Qasr El Nil Bridge, Cairo
28 min walk • The Qasr El Nil Bridge, also commonly spelled Kasr El Nil Bridge, is a historic structure dating from 1931 which replaced the first bridge to span the Nile River in central Cairo, Egypt.
2 kmSE
Museum, History museum
El Manial, Cairo
33 min walk • El Manial is a district of Cairo, located on Rhoda Island in the Nile.
1 kmE
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
Mukhtar Museum, Cairo
16 min walk • Mukhtar Museum is a museum in Cairo, Egypt, housing the sculptures of Mahmoud Mokhtar. Mokhtar is considered to be significant as the father of modern Egyptian sculpture. His tomb is in the basement of the museum.
1.1 kmS
Botanical garden, Park
Orman Garden, Cairo
17 min walk • The Orman Garden is one of the most famous Botanical gardens in Egypt. It is located at Giza, in Cairo. It dates back to 1875 and the reign of Khedive Isma'il Pasha who established the garden on a larger site than it presently occupies as part of the Palace of the Khedive.
2.5 kmSE
Aqueduct
Cairo Citadel Aqueduct, Cairo
41 min walk • The Cairo Citadel Aqueduct or Mamluk Aqueduct is a medieval aqueduct system in Cairo, Egypt. It was first conceived and built during the Ayyubid period but was later reworked by several Mamluk sultans to expand the provision of water to the Citadel of Cairo.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dokki?

Nearby attractions include Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum, Cairo (12 min walk), Agricultural Museum, Cairo (15 min walk), Mukhtar Museum, Cairo (16 min walk), Orman Garden, Cairo (17 min walk).

How to get to Dokki by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dokki:

Metro

Dokki • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)
Behooth • Lines: 2 (20 min walk)

Train

Bulaq Al-Dakrour (26 min walk)

Bus

Bulaq El Dakrour (28 min walk)