Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church Religious Site
Ancient Coptic church in Old Cairo's Christian quarter
In Coptic Cairo, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga) sits within the old Babylon fortress area; visitors come for Coptic frescoes and the tradition that the Holy Family rested there.
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church at a Glance#
Tips for Visiting Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church#
- Combine your visit with the other Coptic sites in Old Cairo (the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra) since they are very close together and can be seen on a single walking loop.
- Go early in the morning to avoid tour-group rushes and to have time to speak with custodians about the church's small crypt and the traditions linking it to the Holy Family.
- Respect Coptic service times and modest-dress expectations - if a service is underway you may need to wait or observe from the back, so check schedules at the gate.
Best Time to Visit Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church#
Best visited in the cooler months (October-April) when temperatures are milder and walking between sites is more comfortable.
Winter (peak tourist season)
December-February · 10-20°C
Cooler, very comfortable temperatures for exploring Giza's sites; churches and major attractions can be busier with visitors.
Spring/Autumn
March-May & September-November · 20-30°C
Warm and generally pleasant for visiting; still popular with tourists but less intense heat than summer.
Summer
June-August · 25-40°C
Very hot weather; outdoor sightseeing is more strenuous and some tourists avoid midday hours-indoor sites provide relief and may see variable visitor patterns.
Weather & Climate near Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church#
Climate
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church'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.
Air Quality:
AQI 133
Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 5 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 5 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 3 mm | some cloud | 51% | 3.6 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% | 3.4 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% | 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% | 2.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 1.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
