Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i Monument
Grand Cairo mosque-mausoleum housing royal tombs
Set in Cairo Governorate, the Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i draws visitors for its funerary architecture and its place among Cairo's notable tomb complexes.
Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i at a Glance#
Address: Near Al-Muizz street, Cairo; adjacent to the Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Website: https://egymonuments.gov.eg/ (Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities)
Hours: Daily 8:00am-5:00pm
Admission: Free (mosque functions and royal tombs open access; donations welcome)
How to Get to Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i#
The mosque-mausoleum complex is in historic Cairo, adjacent to the Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan. From the Cairo Citadel area and the historic core, it is a short taxi ride (10-15 minutes depending on traffic). Many visitors walk between Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa’i as they form a linked pair of monumental sites.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i#
- Enter via the courtyard shared with Sultan Hassan Mosque to see the architectural dialogue between the two complexes.
- Visit late afternoon for the best light on the mosque's vast interior and the way the royal sarcophagi pick up the angle of the sun.
- Security can be strict near royal tombs; be prepared to show ID if asked and comply with photography restrictions in certain areas.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i#
Best in the cooler months (Oct-Mar) for comfortable visits and clearer light.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i#
Mausoleum of al-Rifa'i'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 | 10° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 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% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Excellent | 21° - 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% | 2.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.8 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 |
