Shallalat Gardens
حدائق الشلالات
A waterfall garden in the city centre that preserves remains of Ptolemaic-era city walls and towers, and serves as a green space for locals.
Shallalat Gardens was built in the 19th century, and its name means “waterfalls.” The garden has artificial streams, small waterfalls and ponds. Its most notable features are the surviving ancient city walls and an Arab-period tower. It is said that the nearby site may be one of the candidates for the tomb of Alexander the Great. Admission is very cheap, about 10 EGP. It makes a good 30–45 minute stroll after visiting the National Museum.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–22:00
Nearby sights
- Alexandria National Museum
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Graeco-Roman Museum
- Roman Amphitheatre (Kom El Dikka)
- Cavafy Museum
- Alexandria Opera House (Sayed Darwish Theatre)
- Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue
- Alexandria Corniche