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Cairo

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Day Trip to Baron Empain Palace

Name: Cairo Top Tours
Address: Egypt - Giza - Al-Ahram St.5th Hassan Said St. from Ahram St Giza P.O. Box 6, Egypt, EG
Telephone: +201022772955
Price range: 40$

Price Starting From : $50

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Cairo

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If you have spare time, especially if you are taking a layover in Cairo, you should consider visiting the exciting Baron Empain Palace. This famous building is laden with interesting history and several mystics, which is perfect for visiting during your Cairo day trips.

Baron Empain came to Egypt in 1904 to be in charge of a substantial railway construction from Al-Matariyyah to Port ‘Said. Despite failure in railway business Empain decided to continue his business in Egypt and constructed the Electric Railways Company of Cairo as well as established Heliopolis, a rich villa suburb. A wonderful architectural project is the building of the Baron Empain Palace which was built as a personal residence. Its architecture is one of a kind and the layout represents Empain and the development that he brought to the region of Somma large desert area into one culturally rich city.

On this tour, you will be able to go through splendid Staters’ coasts and find out details about the life around this marvelous construction. He can still be seen there, and others suggest that the palace is cursed, with fairy tales and gossip contributing to its myth. If you are a religious person or not, the truth will set you free, to marvel at the greatness of this palace.

However, other places you can visit include the old Cairo if you extend your day tour to here the places to visit include; the Muhammad Ali Mosque and the Citadel of Saladin. Explore through the cultural lanes and enjoy the essence of exploration of this old part of town.

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Cairo Top Tours provides private transportation from your accommodation to the Baron Empain Palace and back.
Egypt Day Tours provides private transportation in air-conditioned vehicles.
Our Cairo day trips include all applicable taxes and service costs.
Enjoy complimentary bottled mineral water on your trip to the Baron Palace Cairo.
A certified tour guide will accompany you.
After the tour of Baron Empain Palace in Cairo, guests will receive a bottle of mineral water and soft beverages.

Exclusion

Any extras not listed on our itinerary.
Tipping for workers on Cairo trips is not included in the costs.
Prices are applicable for Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt, as well as Egypt Easter tours.

Itinerary

Our representative will meet you anywhere in Cairo or Giza to start your Baron Palace Cairo trip and discover the palace which was erected between 1907 and 1910, it still stands today and is one of the best examples of the earliest creative use of cement. Sadly, it has been shut to the public since the year 1997 when ‘Satanists’ were avowedly practicing rituals here; it became they were a group of teenagers. But now again it is open for you to feel and watch the classical artisanship of the period of Ottoman rule in Egypt to explore the Indian imprint that herein gives the clear sign of the perfect architecture.

After the day of tours in Cairo, you will be taken back to your hotel or any place of your choice. Please also visit our White Desert Tours Baron Empain Palace in Cairo from our selection of Cairo excursions to get to see Empain's residence, which adopted a unique architectural style from South Asia, as Alexander Marcel, a French architect and member of the prestigious French Institute, was commissioned by Empain to build a Hindu-style palace.

Our representative will meet you anywhere in Cairo or Giza to start your Baron Palace Cairo trip and discover the palace which was erected between 1907 and 1910, it still stands today and is one of the best examples of the earliest creative use of cement. Sadly, it has been shut to the public since the year 1997 when ‘Satanists’ were avowedly practicing rituals here; it became they were a group of teenagers. But now again, it's back open for you to witness the classical art of the era of the Ottoman occupation in Egypt and see the Indian influences that are clear evidence of the perfect architecture.

You will be transferred back to your hotel or any drop-off location after finishing your tours in Cairo.

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1 Person

$100 Per Person

2 - 3 Persons

$60 Per Person

4 - 6 Persons

$55 Per Person

7 - 10 Persons

$50 Per Person

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The Baron Empain Palace is a historic mansion located in Heliopolis, Cairo, known for its distinctive architecture and rich history.

Yes, The inclusion of a visit to the Baron Empain Palace in Cairo Day Tours can vary depending on the specific tour operator and the itinerary they offer. Some Cairo Day Tours may include a visit to the Baron Empain Palace, while others may not.

Edouard Empain was a rich businessman from Belgium who came to Egypt in 1904 to build a train track. He built a big palace in 1906 to live in while he was there.

Yes, you can visit the Baron Empain Palace in Cairo. The palace, also known as the Qasr Al-Baron, is an architectural gem located in the Heliopolis district of Cairo. It was built by the Belgian millionaire Baron Édouard Empain in the early 20th century and is renowned for its unique architecture, which combines European and Oriental design elements.

The Baron Empain Palace has undergone extensive renovations and restorations, and it is open to the public as a historical and cultural site. Visitors can explore the palace's beautiful architecture and learn about its history. The interior of the palace is often used for exhibitions and cultural events.

Before visiting, it's a good idea to check the opening hours and any entry requirements, as they may vary. The palace is an excellent destination for architecture enthusiasts and those interested in the history of Heliopolis and Cairo's development during the early 20th century.

You have till 2 hours before the start time of the tours to think, decide, and book.

Yes, tourists can visit the Baron Empain Palace in Cairo, Egypt. This historic palace, also known as the "Heliopolis Palace," is an architectural gem located in the Heliopolis district of Cairo.

While the palace had undergone periods of neglect and limited access, it was undergoing restoration and renovations to reopen it to the public for guided tours and cultural events. The palace's unique architecture, blending various architectural styles including Indian, Islamic, and European influences, makes it an intriguing site for visitors interested in history and architecture.

The palace is famous for its unique architectural style, which combines Indian and French influences. It is considered a masterpiece of early 20th-century architecture in Egypt.

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