28 Things To Do In Hurghada

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1. Corniche

34 km from city center

Sightseeing

The corniche in Hurghada is a tourist hub as it has plenty to provide, from beaming beaches, restaurants along the coast and a pier by the sea. The Abdulmoneim Riadh Mosque and Saint Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Church are beautiful places of worship to visit at the corniche. The Desert Rose Aqua Park, Mahmya and the Hurghada Marina are also located at the corniche.

Top Attraction

42 km from city center

Island

Giftun Islands are among the most famous Egyptian sea islands located in the Northern Reserves of the Red Sea. There are two separate islands under Giftun Islands – Big Giftun Island and Small Giftun Island. Big Giftun Island is the more popular one among tourists. The trips to the island are usually six to eight hours long and cover most tourist marine activities like snorkelling, fishing, sunbat (Read More)hing, and diving.

Tours starting from
₹854

55 km from city center

Diving & Snorkeling

Gubal Strait is known to have the most wrecks and reefs in the entirety of the Red Sea. There are over 30 different diving sites across the strait. Here you’ll find Egypt’s most famous wreck - The Thistlegorm. There are many other well-known wrecks like The Rosalie Moller, Dunraven, Barge Wreck and The Kingston

Tours starting from
₹2,679

33 km from city center

Desert

Hurghada is known for its majestic deserts, and a safari is the best way to explore them. The desert safaris include quad bikes and venture across hidden dunes, Bedouin villages, ancient landmarks and the east Arabian desert hills, also known as Sahara Park.

Tours starting from
₹822

Hurghada Travel Packages

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Alluring Cairo and Hurghada Tour Package

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$ 778

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$638/person

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Hurghada Tour Packages - 7 Nights/8 days

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$ 1,263

17% off

$1,037/person

7 Days / 6 Nights

Gems of Egypt - Alexandria, Cairo & Hurghada

Alexandria(1N) → Cairo(1N) → Hurghada(2N) → Cairo(2N)

$851/person

9 Days / 8 Nights

All of Egypt Tour Package with Hurghada

Cairo(2N) → Hurghada(3N) → Luxor(3N)

$1,110/person

5 Days / 4 Nights

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$981/person

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5. Diving at Gota Abu Ramada

48 km from city center

Diving & Snorkeling

Gota Abu Ramada is the heart of the Red Sea aquatic life. It is, in fact, known as The Aquarium for its diverse and dense marine life. The diving depth goes up to 15 metres in Gota Abu Ramada. A variety of butterflyfish, parrotfish, groupers, sweetlips, moray eels, goatfish, barracudas, stonefish and jacks can be spotted and sometimes even turtles, dolphins, blue spotted stingrays and eagle rays t (Read More)oo.

Tours starting from
₹2,989

34 km from city center

Waterfront

Hurghada Marina is a beautiful place with strikingly picturesque views where people usually go for a refreshing stroll and delicious food. It is located near the main street of Sakala called Sheraton Road and has two entrances. A sightseeing train keeps going around the place, which children especially love.

7. Go Snorkelling

Top Things To Do

At Hurghada, the waters are clear and have immense marine life for one to have the best snorkelling encounter. The Giftun Island National Park is Hurghada's most famous spot for snorkelling. Another recommendation is Makadi Bay. Here turtles, sting rays, puffers, barracuda, octopus, and morays can be found.

Tours starting from
₹1,494

33 km from city center

Shopping Market

El Souk in Hurghada is a buoyant market area and famous shopping arena for souvenirs, clothing, jewellery and food. The atmosphere is one of a kind. The produce at the market is known to be extremely rich and in a huge variety of fruits, vegetables and spices. You will find some of the best coffee shops in this area too.

Tours starting from
₹520

33 km from city center

Sightseeing

Dive in and discover the underwater world of the Red Sea with the Middle East’s only submarine— The Sinbad. Designed for 44 passengers and 2 crew members, the submarine goes up to a depth of 22 metres.

Tours starting from
₹512

32 km from city center

Stargazing

Stargazing at Hurghada is the city’s prized possession and can be witnessed with the astronomical night tour. The tour begins at dusk and sets off into the calm deserts with the starry night sky. Away from the lights and noise of the city, the sky’s view is simply breathtaking and surreal.

Tours starting from
₹520

32 km from city center

Aquarium

Hurghada Grand Aquarium is a popular tourist attraction that houses 24 different galleries under it. These exhibits include the marine aquarium, freshwater aquarium, rainforest, fossil museum, mini zoo, whale valley, animal zoo, Bedouin life exhibit, Arabian tent, and more. More than 1,200 marine animals of diverse species can be found there, including stingrays, eagle rays, green sea turtles, nur (Read More)se sharks, and guitarfish.

Tours starting from
₹4,014

34 km from city center

Shows & Theatres

Hurghada’s 1001 Night show is hosted at Alf Layla Wa Layla - one of the oldest Arabic palaces in Egypt. Exploring the palace in itself is an exciting encounter. The show, however, itself has fire shows, sound and light shows and belly dancing. There are also many other traditional dances like Pharaonic, Nubian, Bedouin and Tanoura dancing. The Tanoura dance is performed by Sufi men.

Tours starting from
₹772

13. Hurghada Museum

32 km from city center

Museum

The story of Egypt is narrated by over 2000 artefacts in the Hurghada Museum. There are various sculptures, paintings, inscriptions and old artefacts around the museum. The themes and exhibitions range from different eras like Ancient Egyptian, Greco-Roman, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, and Modern.

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₹2,178

33 km from city center

Shopping Mall

Senzo Mall is the only mall of its kind in the Red Sea area, located among some of the top luxury hotels and in close proximity to Hurghada International Airport. It has a diverse range of shops, from local brands to international ones offering the latest trendy fashion collection, home decor items, a good selection of home appliances, Egyptian handicrafts, and more products.

28 km from city center

Adventure Sports

Quad biking in Hurghada is every adventurer’s wildest dream. The quad biking tours last over 3 to 4 hours with a guide that first provides important instructions and a test drive. After biking, the tour stops at a Bedouin village for some delicious Bedouin tea and other drinks for refreshment.

Tours starting from
₹772

42 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Mini Egypt Park is an open-air museum displaying miniature buildings and models of Egypt. It has all the main attractions of Egypt, like the pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Abu Simbel temple, the famous Karnak Temple, and more. Guides are also available.

Tours starting from
₹755

33 km from city center

Museum

Sand City is the one and only open-air museum of sand sculptures in the Middle East. There are over 42 sculptures and 17 reliefs by different artists worldwide. There are different themes in sand art, from mythology to superheroes. After visiting Sand City, there are sculpting and sand art workshops which should definitely be given a go since it is a unique and enjoyable experience.

Tours starting from
₹2,239

26 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Sliders Cable Park in El Gouna unfolds itself with many different attractions like an aqua park, wake park, pool club and beach. This complex is one of the largest Olympic standard cable parks in the world and the only cable park in Egypt.

Tours starting from
₹755

46 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Makadi Water World is the largest water park in Makadi, with over 50 water slides. Some of the famous slides are the black hole slide, the aqua tube slide, the twister, the space boat, the body slide, and more. There is also a surf simulator, lazy river, and a wave pool, adding to their array of fun water rides.

Tours starting from
₹772

45 km from city center

Island

Mahmya Island is located on the Red Sea's southern end of Giftun Islands. Its white sandy beaches and clear-as-day blue waters make it a popular attraction. One of the best beaches in Egypt; the view of the beach is truly magnificent and breathtaking. It is also popular for snorkelling and diving.

Tours starting from
₹854

34 km from city center

Mosque

Masjid Al-Mina Al-Kabir is the largest mosque in the governorate of the Red Sea and is a major tourist attraction of Hurghada. The stark white marble of Al Mina mosque and the two 40-metre-high minarets stand majestically tall on the Red Sea waterfront. The insides of the mosque are equally magnificent, complete with detailed chandeliers, elaborate niches, engraved walls, and a 25-metre-high dome. (Read More)

42 km from city center

Town

Sahl Hasheesh is a bay along the coast of the Red Sea near Hurghada. The area around (Old Town) Sahl Hasheesh Bay has been developed over the years to transform into a resort town. There are restaurants, hotels, apartments, shops, a long pier over the Sunken City and a gorgeous Piazza with colourful lights. There is a partially submerged artificial city with artificial reefs that attract fish and (Read More)is a famous spot for snorkelling and diving.

Tours starting from
₹2,306

65 km from city center

Island

Utopia Island is one of the best destinations near Hurghada for water sports activities and beach days. It can be visited on a boat ride and is popular for snorkeling, fishing, banana boat riding and sofa riding.

Tours starting from
₹854

City

Luxor is famously known as the world's greatest open-air museum. Located in Southern Egypt, on the east bank of the River Nile. Luxor is a beautiful city. It has some of the world's most famous temples and tombs, a sprawling desert and the famous Western Valley Ruins.

Tours starting from
₹5,598

32 km from city center

Shopping Market

Located in the old town district of Hurghada, El Dahar Bazars consists of traditional markets, colorful stalls, and lively atmosphere offering an authentic shopping experience. Its narrow alleys are full of sellers selling goods ranging from handmade crafts and local artwork to spices, textiles, and souvenirs.

Tours starting from
₹1,435

29 km from city center

Avenues & Promenades

Located in the heart of the vibrant El Gouna resort town, Abu Tig Marina is a vibrant waterfront promenade lined with colorful buildings, stylish boutiques, chic cafes, and gourmet restaurants. It is mostly visited for its lively atmosphere, to admire the luxury yachts docked on the harbor, and to enjoy panoramic views of the Red Sea.

Tours starting from
₹8,886

41 km from city center

Town

Positioned approximately 30 kilometers south of Hurghada International Airport, Makadi Bay is a popular resort town known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant coral reefs. One of the main draws of Makadi Bay lies in its world-class diving and snorkeling opportunities.

Tours starting from
₹772

24 km from city center

Landmark

The Desert Breath is a mesmerizing piece of land art located in the Egyptian desert near Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. Created by the D.A.ST. Arteam, consisting of three Greek artists. Comprising 89 protruding cones and 89 depressed cones arranged in spirals, the Desert Breath is monumental artwork spanning in an area of approximately 10 hectares.

Tours starting from
₹666