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Best Places to Go in Eid 2025 (+Fun Activities for Kids)

Eid Al-Adha in Egypt is all about festive energy, joy, and spending time with your loved ones. When it comes to celebrating Eid, you have to navigate through the best places to go with your family and friends to have a blissful time, whether in Cairo or a beachside destination.

This article will tell you about the best places to go in Egypt during Eid, family-friendly activities, and destinations. From parks to aquariums and iconic landmarks, get ready to enjoy a magical holiday.

Places to Go in Eid

Eid al-Adha is approaching. Whether you are staying in Cairo and looking for the best spots to go with your family, or wondering what activities can make you have a memorable holiday, we have something for you.

There are several activities and family-friendly places to go in Egypt during Eid, including:

  • Parks
  • Museums
  • Resorts and beachside destinations
  • Leisure destinations, such as aqua parks and aquariums

It is a memorable holiday for kids as well as adults. & picking the right places to go and the best activities you can both engage in would make Eid memorable.

Eid Activities for Kids

Eid Activities for Kids

Make Eid a joyful holiday for your kids and bond with them through amusing activities in the following places (add them to your to-go list all year long, too!):

1. Wadi Degla Protectorate in El Maadi, where you can go on a family hike and camp in the heart of the city.

Entrance Fee: 3 EGP for Egyptians and 5 EGP for foreigners, and free for kids. When you arrive, there are other fees for activities, including camel rides and private sightseeing tours.

2. Ski Egypt in Mall of Egypt, where you can glide with your kids across the snow and greet penguins.

Fee: Ski Egypt has several packages with different fees. They range between 599 EGP and 1500 EGP.

3. Nile Park in Maadi, a perfect destination to enjoy a boat ride.

4. ZED Park in ZED El Sheikh Zayed, hosting various fun activities such as karting and carnival games.

Ticket fees start from 250 EGP.

5. Magic Galaxy in City Stars, a huge indoor amusement park with a wide range of fun activities.

6. Cairo Tower in Zamalek, where you can enjoy a mouthwatering meal and panoramic views of Cairo.

Entrance Fee: 20 EGP for Egyptians and 70 EGP for foreigners.

7. Sakkara Pyramids and the Pyramids of Giza, for an enjoyable camel ride.

Entrance Fee: for Sakkara Pyramids: 600 EGP for adults and 300 EGP for students (some specific areas have an extra fee)

For the Pyramids of Giza: 700 EGP for adults and 350 EGP for students.

Furthermore, one of the best places to go during Eid in Egypt is Hurghada, and it has boundless family-friendly destinations with joyful activities for kids. You would create unforgettable memories in the Hurghada Aquarium and Makadi Water World.

Ski Egypt, Mall of Egypt

If you are thinking more of family quality time amid nature, then a park would be a perfect choice. There are various places to go in Cairo during Eid, around Heliopolis, El Rehab, Zamalek, and more.

Places to Go in Cairo during Eid with Kids

Parks are magical places, and there are various places to go in Cairo that will make your Eid unforgettable. They include:

  1. Al-Azhar Park in Salah Salem (On workdays: 40 EGP for adults and 30 EGP for children. From Thursday to Saturday: 50 EGP and 40 EGP)
  2. Al Horreya Garden in Zamalek.

3. Family Park in Al Rehab.

Entrance Fee during Eid: 190 EGP on the first day of Eid, and 210 EGP afterwards.

4. Japanese Botanical Garden in Helwan.

Entrance Fee: 5 EGP.

5. Merryland Park in Heliopolis.

Entrance Fee: 20 EGP.

If you are looking forward to making Eid family time revolve around history, there are various places to go in Cairo, where you can go down the cultural lane. They include:

  1. Pharaonic Village in Al Bahr Al Azam, Giza.
  2. The National Museum for Egyptian Civilization in El Fustat, Old Cairo.
The National Museum for Egyptian Civilization

You can also check:

A Guide to Day Use In Cairo: From Couples’ Places to Family Fun

If you are thinking more of a beachside escapade in Egypt during Eid, we have got you covered with places to go to make your holiday more memorable!

Beachside Destinations to Celebrate Eid

North Coast is one of the best destinations overlooking the Mediterranean for an exquisite summer vacation. & spending Eid with your loved ones in Sahel would be merry.

There are several water and amusement parks in North Coast where your kids can immerse themselves in fun. They include:

  1. Marassi Water World in Marassi Sidi Abdel Rahman Resort (On kilo 126 of International Coastal Road)
  2. Aqua Park Golf Porto Marina (On kilo 107 of International Coastal Road)
  3. Marseilia Aqua Park (On kilo 107 of International Coastal Road)

You can also check:

Best Spots for a Day Use in North Coast [2025 Guide]

Places to Go in Eid

In addition to these water parks, there are various fun places to go in Sahel during Eid, such as:

  • Nile Kayak Club, located in Fouka Bay, Ras El Hekma.
  • Porto Marina Cinema, where you can enjoy an exquisite movie screening with your loved ones.
  • Dunes North Coast Mall, for a matchless retail therapy.
  • Scalini North Coast Restaurant, where you can indulge in Italian bliss.

There are also luxurious resorts in Sahel with boundless recreational facilities and places to go during Eid. But our list of bewitching beachside destinations doesn’t end here!

Best Resorts in Sahel

Best Places to Go in Eid with Magnificent Beaches

Some of the best places to go in Egypt during Eid are located on the astonishing Red Sea coastline. Serenity and enjoyment harmoniously blend, with an unmatched touch of luxury.

The following beachside places should be at the top of your list:

  • Hurghada

There are marvelous places to go in Hurghada for a wonderful Eid, such as Gifton Island Beach and its elite downtown. Additionally, Hurghada is approximately a half an hour drive to El Gouna and its distinctive leisure destinations, restaurants, cafes, and beaches.

  • El Gouna

El Gouna is one of the first-class destinations in Egypt, overlooking the Red Sea, with various recreational destinations.

For instance, when you are there you can visit Makani Beach Club in El Gouna is a flawless spot to enjoy watersports. El Gouna Golf Club is also a must-visit for golf enthusiasts!

Best Resorts & Destinations in El Gouna

  • Sharm El Sheikh

One of the elite and splendid places to go in Egypt during Eid is Sharm El Sheikh. It is known for its pristine beaches, luxurious resorts & hotels, and matchless activities and fun destinations.

It is also around 1 hour and 15 minutes away from Cairo by plane.

Sharm El Sheikh
  • Soma Bay

Enjoy a spectacular Eid holiday in the infinite places to go in Somabay, Egypt. This 2500-acre haven is a world-class, all-year-round destination with unparalleled spots, recreational activities, first-class resorts, hotels, and neighborhoods.

It is 45 km away from Hurghada, and around 5 hours away from Cairo.

Somabay Top Resorts & Destinations

Not to mention that some of the listed beachside places to go in Egypt would host magnificent concerts and events during Eid!

Eid Concerts in Egypt

  • Mazeej Platform in Soma Bay will have a historic concert with AC/DC’s frontman, Dave Evans, on June 6th. (General access: 1,500 EGP)
  • Makadi Heights Music Festival, 2nd Edition, will be on June 7th to June 9th. Prices range between 1,300 EGP and 20,000 EGP.
  • Jadal, Hisham Abbas, Mobbz, AK, and more will be performing in La Hacienda, Ras Sudr, in a 3-day event from the 7th to the 9th of June.

With this comprehensive guide to the best places to go in Cairo, Sahel, Soma Bay, and more during Eid, get ready to create memorable moments with your loved ones.

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Finally, from all of us here at Nawy, we wish you a happy Eid! 

Nouran Samy

A Content Writer who is a huge believer in Dead Poets Society's quote: No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world.

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