Timeline
17:28
Grab a coffee or light snack at Romeo cafe and restaurant. It is just a short walk from the site and opens early enough to start your evening relaxed.
17:43
Walk to Kom el-Dikka. Enter the archaeological site to see the Villa of the Birds mosaics and the Roman amphitheatre while the afternoon light is still soft.
18:28
Find a quiet spot within the amphitheatre or near the Villa of the Birds to watch the sun set toward the WNW. The golden light from 17:56 will highlight the white and grey marble tiers.
18:58
End the evening with a view at Athineos. The 'Mermaid of Alexandria' offers amazing views and Greek motifs, staying open 24/7 for a late-night drink or dessert.
Local tip
The site is open daily. Athineos is open 24/7 so you can stay as late as you like after the sunset.
Check before you go
- Kom el-Dikka is open Daily.
- Athineos is open 24/7.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Alexandria (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).