Alexandria Cruise Port
Alexandria, Egypt · Middle East
Cruise ships dock at Alexandria Cruise Quay, Alexandria.
Plan my port daysMajor Egyptian cruise port with dedicated cruise terminal; gateway to Pyramids of Giza and Alexandria's Greco-Roman sites.
At a glance
Port summary
Alexandria's cruise terminal is in the Western Harbour, about 2 km from downtown. The port is not walkable to the city — you'll need a taxi or arranged transport. Most passengers choose between a full-day Cairo excursion (3 hours each way) or exploring Alexandria's own highlights: the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Citadel of Qaitbay, Catacombs, and the atmospheric Corniche waterfront. Taxis are plentiful but negotiate the fare before getting in. Uber and Careem work well. The Egyptian pound (EGP) is the local currency; credit cards are accepted at major sites and hotels but cash is needed for markets and smaller shops.
Cruise dock
Alexandria Cruise Quay
The main cruise berth in Alexandria's Western Harbour. The quay is approximately 820 metres long and can accommodate up to 4 cruise ships simultaneously. Located about 2 km from the city centre.
Latitude: 31.193129, Longitude: 29.876282
See dock on port map →Getting to Alexandria
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Carry Egyptian pounds in small bills for taxis and markets; use Uber/Careem for predictable pricing
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Excursions compared
4 comparedBest of Alexandria city tour with Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Citadel of Qaitbay
≈ 7.5 h · sold by 6 cruise lines
Cruise line
€180$202
Do it yourself
€26$29
Save ≈ €154Save ≈ $173 (86% off)
From the cruise terminal at the Western Harbour, a taxi or Uber to the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa costs E£100-150 (~€2-3) and takes 10 minutes. All major sites are clustered in central Alexandria within a 30-minute taxi radius. Entry fees total roughly EGP 570 (~€11): Catacombs EGP 100, Pompey's Pillar EGP 100, Roman Amphitheatre EGP 100, Bibliotheca Alexandrina EGP 120, Citadel of Qaitbay EGP 100, Montazah Gardens EGP 50. Taxis between sites cost E£50-100 each leg.
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Roman Alexandria: Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar and Roman Amphitheatre
≈ 3.5 h · sold by 5 cruise lines
Cruise line
€90$101
Do it yourself
€10$11
Save ≈ €80Save ≈ $90 (89% off)
From the cruise terminal, a taxi or Uber to the Catacombs costs E£100-150 (~€2-3) and takes about 10 minutes. Pompey's Pillar is a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the Catacombs. The Roman Amphitheatre is a 10-minute walk from Pompey's Pillar. All three sites charge EGP 100 (~€2) entry each. No advance booking needed for any site.
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Ready-made port days
12 plansPanoramic Alexandria: The Classic Highlights
The fort, the column, the theatre and the tombs — Alexandria's greatest hits in one focused loop
Rain-Proof Alexandria: Library, Museum & Tombs
Egypt's wettest city has an all-weather plan — one great library, three floors of museum and the cool catacombs
The Greek Quarter: Poets, Patisseries & the National Museum
Cavafy's Alexandria — a cosmopolitan wander through the cafés, souq and museum of the old cotton-boom city
The Free Alexandria: Corniche, Stanley & the Souq
No entry tickets, just the sea wall, a landmark bridge and the market — Alexandria for the price of a taxi
Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Alexandria?
- Your ship docks directly at the Alexandria cruise terminal in Egypt.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Alexandria?
- Yes. Alexandria is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Alexandria centre?
- Typical options include Taxi, Ride-hail (Uber/Bolt), Shuttle bus, Local bus. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Alexandria?
- Plan for at least 4 hours ashore to see Alexandria independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Alexandria and are cards accepted?
- Alexandria uses the Egyptian Pound. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Alexandria cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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