Montaza Palace & Gardens Tour
A former royal retreat's gardens, overlooking the Mediterranean
About this activity
Stroll the royal gardens of Montaza Palace, a former royal retreat overlooking the Mediterranean, on this relaxed half-day tour.
Full description
Your local guide walks you through the palace grounds' gardens and pathways, sharing the site's royal history, with time to enjoy views over the sea from the clifftop paths.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local guide
Not included
- Montaza Gardens entry ticket
- Gratuities
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Stroll the palm-lined gardens of a former royal retreat
- ✓Enjoy sweeping views of the Mediterranean coastline from the palace grounds
- ✓See the flowering grounds that once hosted Egypt's monarchy
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Pickup from your Alexandria hotel
- 2 Guided walk through the Montaza Palace gardens
- 3 Return to your hotel
Places You'll Visit
Montaza Palace is a royal palace complex on the Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, Egypt, begun in 1892 when Khedive Abbas II built the Salamlek as a hunting lodge. King Fuad I added the larger Al-Haramlek Palace starting in 1932, blending Ottoman and Florentine Renaissance styles, and the surrounding gardens and beach became a favored royal family retreat.
Why Choose This Tour
Your guide shares the real history of Montaza's royal past as you explore the gardens.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle is included.
A quieter, greener alternative to Alexandria's busier landmark tours.
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Half day (3 hours)
Alexandria, Egypt
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
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