Timeline
16:49
Enter the Montaza Palace grounds. The park is open to the public with an entrance fee of EGP 25. Use the time to walk toward the viewing spot and find a quiet corner in the gardens.
17:19
Stand in the Montazah Royal Gardens. At sunset on 15 January, the sun dips toward the WSW. The 9-minute walk from the palace entrance puts you in the right spot to watch the light fade over the extensive greenery.
17:39
Head back toward the palace buildings as it gets dark. The Haramlek building houses a casino on the ground floor, offering a place to sit and enjoy the evening atmosphere after the sun has set.
Local tip
Check the route to the palace entrance if you are not staying nearby. The gardens are large, so wear comfortable shoes for the walk.
Check before you go
- The Montaza Palace park has an entrance fee of EGP 25.
- The Haramlek building contains a casino on the ground floor, which is open in the evening.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Alexandria (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).