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Church of St. Barbara

Cairo
4.5
(1,000 reviews)
50
Tours Available
$5
Adult Entry
2 hours
Recommended Duration
March-May
Best Time

Overview

The Church of St. Barbara is a historic Coptic Orthodox church located in Old Cairo. It is renowned for its beautiful architecture and rich history, dating back to the 5th century.

The church is an important religious site and a testament to the early Christian history in Egypt.

Religious Site Historical Landmark

Location

Address

Old Cairo, Cairo

Neighborhood: Old Cairo

Coordinates

30.013056, 31.236628

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
friday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults
$5
Children
$2

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum
1 hour
Recommended
2 hours
Full Experience
half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

  • • historic architecture

summer

hot

  • • extended hours

autumn

cool

  • • fall colors

winter

cool

  • • holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

  • Book ahead
  • Bring ID
  • Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

recommended

camera sunscreen

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

  • • stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Egyptian Pound

Typical Costs

entry $5
parking $2
food $10
souvenirs $15

Dress Code

modest clothing, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, shorts, sleeveless tops

Booking Tips

  • • 2 weeks
  • • official website
  • • 48 hours
  • • available

Amenities

Restrooms
Gift shop
Atm
Wifi
Lockers
Wheelchair rental
Stroller rental
On site restaurant
Cafe
Picnic areas
Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Coptic Cairo App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Cairo International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi
$15 30 min
public_transport
$3 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro
$1 15 min
bus
$1 20 min
taxi
$5 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance and religious significance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

  • Free entry early morning
  • Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

  • • Try local cafe
  • • Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello مرحبا
thank_you شكرا
where_is اين
how_much كم
beautiful جميل
ticket تذكرة

Guide Languages: Arabic, English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot of the entrance

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas
prohibited areas interior during services
flash photography not allowed
commercial photography permit needed
drone policy prohibited
tripod policy restricted
selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Hanging Church

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Church

Coptic Museum

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

  • "Book online"
  • "Visit early"
  • "Great views"

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