Anfushi Necropolis
مقابر الأنفوشي
Early Ptolemaic rock-cut tombs from the 3rd century BC, with walls painted to imitate marble and alabaster, an early example of blended Greek and Egyptian funerary art.
The Anfushi tombs are on the site of the ancient island of Pharos and consist of five rock-cut tombs. The walls are painted to imitate marble and alabaster panels, the ceilings have checkerboard patterns, and the entrances feature Egyptian deities and Greek-style capitals. The site is small and quiet, suited to visitors with an interest in archaeology, and a visit takes about 30–45 minutes. Admission is about 100 EGP. The tombs are near Ras el-Tin Street, about 10 minutes' walk from Abu al-Abbas Mosque. Opening arrangements sometimes change, so check before you go.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque
- Citadel of Qaitbay
- Unknown Soldier Memorial (Alexandria)
- Alexandria Corniche
- Saad Zaghloul Square & Historic Cafés
- Coptic Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Mark
- Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue
- Cavafy Museum