BOUQUINISTES DE L'EZBEKIEH
Read moreIt's a cluster of small bookshops selling books in Arabic, French and English for very little money. Collectors also sell old cinema posters, newspapers and archive photos. Nearby, take a reading break in the recently refurbished Ezbékieh garden. In the 19th century, this garden was a veritable oasis of greenery for Cairoites. Many a walker would stroll through it.
TURQUOISE JEWELRY
Read moreLamloum, the owner of this pretty boutique with his two brothers, speaks perfect French and will be able to advise you on the many pieces on offer. Gold and silver jewelry, turquoise of course, but also coral, lapis lazuli, diamonds and all kinds of stones, mainly from Sinai and elsewhere in Egypt. The store is large and you'll have plenty of time to look at the different pieces without being pressured to buy. An excellent place to buy beautiful jewelry and share a pleasant moment in French!