Sharm El Sheikhشرم الشيخ
South Sinai Governorate · Allow 1 day · 16 places in the guide
A resort city at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, in South Sinai Governorate on the Red Sea coast, known as one of the world's diving centres.
A first look at Sharm El Sheikh
The Heavenly Cathedral
The largest church in Sinai, a Coptic Orthodox cathedral in Hay El Nour opened in December 2010; listed as open 24 hours.
Al-Sahaba Mosque
One of the city's best-known mosques, opened in March 2017 beside the Old Market; open 10 am to 10 pm every day.
El Fanar Beach
A diving and snorkelling beach on the Umm El Sid hill, in a seascape of dunes, rocks and coral reefs; admission fee.
Naama Bay
The main tourist hub of Sharm El Sheikh, a bay with coral reefs ringed by cafes, restaurants, hotels and bazaars.
Old Market
The modernised Old Town souk around Al-Sahaba Mosque, known for spices, perfumes, clothes and street food; open 24 hours.
Ras Mohamed Nature Reserve
A protected national park at the southern tip of Sinai with coral reefs for diving and snorkelling, beaches and mangroves.
SOHO Square
A lit evening square of restaurants, lounges and entertainment; open 1 pm to 3 am every day.
Fares Seafood Restaurant - Old Market
A seafood restaurant in the Old Market, open 11 am to 1 am; reviews mention seafood soup, lobster, grilled shrimp and flatbread.
Fish Mart Seafood
A seafood restaurant in the Old Market, 4.6 stars from 2,000 reviews, open noon to 2 am; reviews mention clam chowder and fresh fish.
El Masrien Restaurant
A meat and grill restaurant in the Old Market, open 11 am to 3:30 am; reviews mention shawarma, kofta, kebab and stuffed pigeon.
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