Free tour
Discovering the secrets of Garbage City and St Simon's monastery
Excellent(30)
Guru: Abanoup
Registered on 30 April 2023
I was born and raised in “Garbage City” in Cairo, and I am a professional photographer.
I work inside the Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner (also known as the Cave Church) as a photographer and editor (video and photos) for visitors at the Mario High Ropes Center.
In addition, I organize tours inside Garbage City near the monastery, offering unique experiences such as visiting a pigeon tower, a recycling center, a plastic factory, and sharing the unique story of its inhabitants—most of whom are Christians from Upper Egypt like myself.
Please note that the tour is not free, and the price is arranged via WhatsApp.
Reserve your spot (at least a day before the desired date) on WhatsApp: +201001752498
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Visit one of the most unique places in Cairo with Abanoub, a local, born and raised in Manshiyat Nasser (also known as "Garbage City").
We will visit:
- Churches: Cave church, Cathedral church, St Mark church (Roman theatre)
- Fun: one of the highest pigeon towers with a spectacular view of Cairo
- Art: eL Seed’s giant mural over 50 houses, recycling handicrafts made by local women
- Recycling: Recycling center showing how residents of Garbage City get one of the highest recycling rates in the world
Don't wait and book your tour now!
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
١- مدخل منشية ناصر - الدور الاول - نزلة المقطم -المنطقة الاولي, الأباجية، منشأة ناصر، محافظة القاهرة 4421044, Egypt
- Please contact me on WhatsApp so I can guide you towards the site; I can give directions to your Uber driver or arrange for transportation from your hotel
- We will can reach the Monastery esplanada either by walking (20 minutes) or by taking a tuktuk
1
Outside visit
مدرسة انا المصرى بالمنشية، Al-Mokattam St.
2
Outside visit
St. Simon "The Tanner" Monastery
We will visit the monastery and discover the history of its construction as well as the crucial role it played for the inhabitants of the Garbage City
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour reviews
Excellent(30)
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By category
Professionalism
4.76
Fun
4.72
Communication
4.48
Quality
4.55
Route
4.86
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Discovering the secrets of Garbage City and St Simon's monastery
