Best 188 photo locations in Egypt

Egypt is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking places to take pictures. Whether you’re an amateur or professional photographer, there are many exhilarating and unique backdrops in this stunning country.The majestic Pyramids of Giza are a given as they are one of the most iconic structures in the world. With their perfectly preserved limestone blocks and the incredible monuments surrounding them, the complexity and power of these structures have captivated visitors for centuries. Alongside the Pyramids, the Great Sphinx is an absolute must-photograph. Its features and expressions tell an intriguing story and will make for an amazing shot.Add in a camel ride around the Pyramids for a fun, unique experience out of the ordinary.The Valley of the Kings in Luxor is a striking place to snap pictures. Decorated with detailed hieroglyphics and idols, these tombs are a tribute to ancient civilizations and steeped in an immense sense of history. These artifacts tell a beautiful and inspiring story that will make for memorable photographs no matter how amateur you may be.Finally, for the perfect sunset shot, the city of Aswan is a must. With the snow-capped mountains in the background, meandering rivers, incredible wildlife and traditional Nubian homes, this area will create a stunning and idyllic frame. It’s a beautiful moment that has to be captured.So, if you’re looking to take some extraordinary and inspiring photos, Egypt is the place to do it!

Top photo spots in Egypt

  1. The Sphinx - 45 photos; people, abandoned
  2. Mount Sinai - sunset, architecture, abandoned
  3. Karnak Temple - 45 photos; sunset, landscape, architecture
  4. Maadi Island - 11 photos; sunset, nature
  5. Grand Hyatt Cairo - 41 photos; landscape, water
  6. Mosque of Muhammad Ali - 45 photos; architecture
  7. Dead Sea - 13 photos
  8. Israeli Air Force Museum - 40 photos; transport
  9. Masada - 45 photos; water
  10. Cairo Flowers - 45 photos; nature
  11. Pyramids of Giza - 45 photos; architecture
  12. Qaitbay Citadel - 45 photos; architecture
  13. Kerak Castle - 19 photos; landscape
  14. Iseum at Dendera - 23 photos; architecture
  15. Great Pyramid and Sphinx - 45 photos; landscape, architecture
  16. Al-Azhar Mosque - 45 photos; architecture
  17. El Moez Street - 45 photos; people, urban
  18. Ramesses II Temple, Abydos - 45 photos; architecture
  19. Al-Montazah, Alexandria - 45 photos; sunset, landscape, nature, water
  20. Desert Sahara Rocks - landscape
  21. Wadi Rum Desert - nature, astro
  22. Tomb of Ramses III - 45 photos; wildlife, architecture
  23. The Colossi of Memnon - 13 photos; architecture
  24. Winter Palace, Luxor - 1 photo; architecture
  25. Abandoned Israeli Bunker Sinai - abandoned
  26. Cairo Nile - 13 photos; landscape, water
  27. Hotspot - 6 photos
  28. Cat Collection Besella Square - 4 photos; landscape, people
  29. Early Nature Cairo Green - 37 photos; nature
  30. Cairo - 31 photos; architecture
  31. Christmas Architecture Suares Egypte - 44 photos; architecture, urban
  32. Waterfall Wadi Himara
  33. Street Cairo : أنت - 8 photos; urban
  34. Martyr Bishay Church الله - architecture
  35. Sultan al-Ghuri Complex - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  36. Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hasan - 45 photos; architecture
  37. Al-Hussein Mosque - 16 photos; landscape, architecture
  38. Mokattam Cave Church - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  39. Maadi Club - 45 photos; nature
  40. Doves Nature Rachidh Pigeons - 45 photos; nature, wildlife
  41. Mosque of al-Hakim - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  42. Cairo Rachidh Nature - 45 photos; nature, wildlife
  43. Sannur Cave
  44. Ocean Industry Port Work - water, urban, transport
  45. Ramses - 21 photos; urban, transport
  46. Cairo Rachidh Nature Oiseaux - 27 photos; nature, wildlife
  47. Petra - 45 photos; urban
  48. The Mena House Oberoi - 17 photos; architecture, urban
  49. Coptic Cemetery - 30 photos
  50. Nile River - 20 photos; landscape, people
  51. Tom Canal Kantara Egypt - 2 photos; water
  52. #Breakfast #Coffee #Coffeetime #Coffeegram - 39 photos
  53. Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator - 12 photos; architecture
  54. Greek Orthodox Patriarchate - 1 photo
  55. The Treasury - 45 photos; urban
  56. Tanis - 40 photos; abandoned
  57. Luxor Museum - 44 photos; architecture
  58. Kairze Peace Father Son - 2 photos; people, architecture
  59. Islamic - urban
  60. Boorg Fortress Alhaska - architecture

Photo spots in Egypt, by area

Questions about photo spots in Egypt

What are the best photo spots in Egypt?

The top 5 of the 188 photo spots ShotHotspot has mapped in Egypt, ranked by how often they're photographed, viewed and voted for:

  1. The Sphinx - 45 photos, good for people and abandoned photography
  2. Karnak Temple - 45 photos, good for sunset, landscape and architecture photography
  3. Maadi Island - 11 photos, good for sunset and nature photography
  4. Grand Hyatt Cairo - 41 photos, good for landscape and water photography
  5. Mosque of Muhammad Ali - 45 photos, good for architecture photography

Where can I photograph the sunset in Egypt?

The top-ranked spots in Egypt for sunset and sunrise photography:

  1. Karnak Temple - 45 photos, good for sunset, landscape and architecture photography
  2. Maadi Island - 11 photos, good for sunset and nature photography
  3. Al-Montazah, Alexandria - 45 photos, good for sunset, landscape and nature photography
  4. Reflection Colours Coloring - 3 photos, good for sunset photography
  5. The Dead Sea, Israel - 45 photos, good for sunset and water photography

Where can I do a photoshoot in Egypt?

The top-ranked spots in Egypt for portrait, people and wedding photography:

  1. The Sphinx - 45 photos, good for people and abandoned photography
  2. El Moez Street - 45 photos, good for people and urban photography
  3. Cat Collection Besella Square - 4 photos, good for people and landscape photography
  4. Nile River - 20 photos, good for people and landscape photography
  5. Kairze Peace Father Son - 2 photos, good for people and architecture photography

Are there abandoned places to photograph in Egypt?

Yes: ShotHotspot has mapped 8 abandoned places in Egypt, including The Sphinx, Tanis and The Ancient Dungeon. Many are private property or unsafe, so get permission before you visit.

Abandoned places in Egypt

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