Sharm El Sheikh City Tour: Mosques, Cathedral & Old Market

Three religious landmarks and a working bazaar in one morning

A three-hour guided city tour of Sharm El Sheikh with hotel pickup visits Al Sahaba Mosque, The Heavenly Cathedral, and the Old Market, with a local English or Arabic-speaking guide. Children from age one are welcome, and the route is wheelchair accessible. You move between sites by car and spend time browsing the market's stalls of spices, textiles, handicrafts and fresh produce before returning to your hotel.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sharm El Sheikh city sightseeing tour

• Transport from hotel to Al Sahaba Mosque
• Visit Al Sahaba Mosque
• Visit Mustafa Mosque
• Visit Heavenly Cathedral
• Explore Old Market
• Return to hotel

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel and moves through Sharm El Sheikh's religious heart. Al Sahaba Mosque comes first: a landmark built around traditional Islamic architecture with domes, minarets and intricate decorative work that reflects centuries of heritage. The guide walks you through its design and explains its role in the community, then you move on to The Heavenly Cathedral, a Coptic Orthodox church with soaring ceilings, ornate woodwork and biblical murals and frescoes covering the interior walls. Both stops are photo opportunities, and the guide speaks English or Arabic depending on your preference.

The Old Market fills the final stretch of the morning. It's a working bazaar, not a tourist-only zone, with stalls selling spices, jewelry, textiles, handicrafts and fresh produce, and cafes serving Egyptian dishes. You have time to browse, bargain and pick up souvenirs at your own pace before the driver takes you back to your hotel. The market is busiest in the evening, but a morning visit means fewer crowds and a clearer look at what's on offer.

Transportation is included throughout, and the route works for families with infants (strollers and specialized seats are available) and for travelers using wheelchairs. The three-hour frame keeps the pace manageable without rushing between stops.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• transportation between all three sites.
• local guide in English or Arabic.
• entrance to Al Sahaba Mosque.
• entrance to The Heavenly Cathedral.
• photo stops throughout the tour.
• time to browse and shop at the Old Market.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 17:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (10 to 60 years) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sharm Gate

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guided tour covering both Islamic and Christian landmarks plus the Old Market in one morning, with hotel pickup included and fixed stops that keep the itinerary structured.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What is Al Sahaba Mosque like when you visit it?

Al Sahaba Mosque is an architectural landmark in central Sharm El Sheikh featuring traditional Islamic design with domes, minarets and intricate decorative patterns. Your guide explains the building's heritage and its significance to the local community during the visit.

Can I bring my baby or toddler on this tour?

Yes, children from age one are welcome. Strollers and specialized infant seats are available, and the tour is designed to accommodate families with small children.

What will I find at the Old Market?

The Old Market in Sharm El Sheikh is a traditional bazaar selling spices, jewelry, textiles, handicrafts and fresh produce, with cafes offering Egyptian food. You have time to browse and bargain for souvenirs before heading back to your hotel.

Does the tour include transportation from my hotel?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price. The driver takes you between Al Sahaba Mosque, The Heavenly Cathedral and the Old Market.

Is this tour accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. Transportation options and the route between sites are designed to accommodate wheelchairs.