All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo Church
Anglican cathedral in Cairo serving English-speaking congregation
Anglican cathedral in Cairo's Zamalek/central district, hosting services and ecumenical events; visited by worshippers and those interested in 20th-century church architecture.
All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo at a Glance#
Address: All Saints’ Cathedral (Cairo), 7 Wolf St, Zamalek, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Website: https://anglicancentre-egypt.org/
Hours: Daily 9am-6pm (may vary for services and administrative closures)
Admission: Free (entry to the cathedral for visitors; museum and guided tours may charge)
About All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo#
All Saints’ Cathedral is the Anglican cathedral located on Gezira (Zamalek) island in central Cairo and serves as the principal Anglican church in the city. It is the diocesan seat for the local Anglican/Episcopal community.
The building functions as an active parish church with regular services and a simple interior arranged for Anglican worship. Visitors typically note its position within the residential and diplomatic district of Zamalek and its role as a community church.
Built to serve the English-speaking and expatriate community in Cairo, the cathedral has been the centre of Anglican worship in the city since its construction and continues in that role today.
The cathedral sits on Gezira (Zamalek) island in the Nile, within central Cairo and close to cultural and diplomatic institutions in the downtown area.
- Role: Located on Gezira (Zamalek) island in central Cairo, the cathedral serves the English-speaking Anglican community and is the seat of the diocese in Egypt.
How to Get to All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo#
All Saints’ is on Zamalek island in central Cairo. Taxis from downtown Cairo or the nearby Cairo Opera House provide direct access; river taxis to Zamalek and local buses also serve the area.
Tips for Visiting All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo#
- Check the cathedral's schedule for services and concerts - the space is active and acoustically rewarding.
- The compound includes other Anglican institutions; combine a visit with a walk through the surrounding garden areas.
- Respect local Coptic and Anglican customs when photographing services.
Best Time to Visit All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo#
Best visited in autumn and winter for milder weather and more comfortable city sightseeing.
Weather & Climate near All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo#
All Saints' Cathedral, Cairo'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° - 19° | 14° | 5 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 5 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 3.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 34° | 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° | 2 mm | clear | 56% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
