Egyptian Royal Opera House Theater
Historic Cairo opera house hosting performing arts
Cairo's opera venues host opera, ballet and concerts; visitors attend performances at the Cairo Opera House complex and tour historic buildings near Tahrir Square.
Egyptian Royal Opera House at a Glance#
Address: El-Galaa St, Cairo, Egypt (Downtown Cairo near Tahrir Square)
Website: http://www.cairoopera.org/
Hours: Performance schedule varies; box office hours typically daytime Tue-Sat
Admission: Varies (ticketed performances); daytime tours of the building are sometimes available
How to Get to Egyptian Royal Opera House#
Located in Downtown Cairo near Opera Square (close to the Cairo Tower and Tahrir Square). Taxis and ride-hailing are the most practical means; the nearest Cairo Metro station is Sadat (Tahrir), about a 15-20 minute walk.
Tips for Visiting Egyptian Royal Opera House#
- Check the season's program in advance - tickets for major opera and ballet performances sell out quickly.
- Arrive early to admire the restored Neo-Mamluk interior and the grand staircase.
- Photography is often restricted inside during performances; check rules before taking pictures.
Best Time to Visit Egyptian Royal Opera House#
Best during the cultural season (autumn and winter) when programming is richest; check the opera house calendar for performance dates.
Weather & Climate near Egyptian Royal Opera House#
Egyptian Royal Opera House'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% | 3.2 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 | 21° - 34° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 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% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 2 mm | clear | 56% | 2.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 14° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 10° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
