How to get around Giza
Uber and Careem are the easiest ways to reach the Pyramids and the museum. The Cairo Metro links Giza with downtown, but the plateau needs a car or minibus.
Ways to get around Giza
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Uber or Careem | About 100–200 EGP for 5 km | Fixed prices; the easiest way to the Pyramids and museum |
| Cairo Metro | About 10–20 EGP | Line 2 serves Giza, Dokki and Cairo University; avoid rush hour |
| Microbus | About 5–15 EGP | Cheap shared vans on set routes; Arabic helps |
| Taxi | About 100–250 EGP | White taxis rarely use meters; agree the fare first |
Ride-hailing apps in Giza
A 5 km ride costs about E£100–200 ($1.9–3.8).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Fixed fares; the most reliable choice for visitors |
| Careem | Similar prices; useful for cash payment |
| inDrive | Offer your own fare when others are busy |
- App taxis avoid haggling. White taxis rarely use meters; agree the fare first. Avoid drivers who wait at tourist exits.
Arriving in Giza
Cairo International (CAI)
About 35–45 km, 45–90 minutes by road. Uber or Careem roughly 400–800 EGP; taxi 500–1,000 EGP.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Bring a 1949-Convention IDP with your licence (valid up to 6 months); traffic is chaotic, so most visitors hire drivers.
- Onward travel in Egypt: Trains run Cairo–Alexandria and Cairo–Luxor–Aswan, including overnight sleepers; Go Bus and Blue Bus serve the Red Sea and Sinai, and EgyptAir flies to Luxor, Aswan and resorts.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Giza?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Careem, inDrive.
What's the best way to get around Giza?
Uber and Careem are the easiest ways to reach the Pyramids and the museum. The Cairo Metro links Giza with downtown, but the plateau needs a car or minibus.
How do I get from the airport to Giza?
About 35–45 km, 45–90 minutes by road. Uber or Careem roughly 400–800 EGP; taxi 500–1,000 EGP.
Is Giza walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- Go Bus
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (site tickets)
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Egyptian Streets: metro fares from 27 March 2026
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