Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque Mosque
Shrine and mosque in Cairo housing revered saint's tomb
A shrine mosque in Giza Governorate frequented by pilgrims and visitors interested in Cairo's religious sites and the city's devotional traditions.
Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Giza Governorate, Egypt (approx. 30.02237 N, 31.25241 E)
Hours: Open for daily prayers and visitation (no fixed visiting hours)
Admission: Free (no admission)
About Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque#
Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque is a religious complex in the al-Sayeda Nafisa area of Greater Cairo that contains the tomb of the female Muslim saint Sayyida Nafisa. The site is an active mosque and a destination for pilgrims and worshippers.
The complex is centered on the mausoleum and associated prayer spaces and is visited for ziyara and regular prayers rather than as a secular tourist attraction.
The mosque stands in the al-Sayeda Nafisa district of Cairo, within the metropolitan area of the capital and accessible from central Cairo neighbourhoods.
- Shrine: Contains the tomb of Sayyida Nafisa, a revered Muslim figure, and functions as a site of visitation and pilgrimage within Greater Cairo.
How to Get to Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque#
Located in the Giza/Cairo area near coordinates (30.02237, 31.25241). Use Cairo’s taxis or ride-hailing apps from central Cairo; expect congested streets during rush hour and larger crowds around major religious dates.
Tips for Visiting Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque#
- Arrive early in the morning to see quiet devotional practices before midday crowds.
- Respect gender-specific prayer areas; some mausoleum-adjacent shrines can have different access rules.
- Pair a visit with nearby Giza or Cairo attractions if based in the metropolitan area.
Best Time to Visit Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque#
Cairo/Giza area is best visited in cooler months (November-March); mosque visits are quieter mid-morning on weekdays.
Weather & Climate near Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque#
Al-Sayyida Nafisa Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 3.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
