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Hurghada
Hurghada is Egypt's largest Red Sea resort town, a stretch of coastline lined with all-inclusive hotels, dive centres and coral reefs facing the Giftun Islands. Once a small fishing village, it has grown into the country's main beach gateway, prized for warm water, reliable sun and easy add-on trips to the Nile Valley.
Top attractions
attraction Giftun Islands: Hurghada Travel Guide
The Giftun Islands lie a short boat ride east of Hurghada, and you reach them on a day trip from the town's marinas or hotel jetties, usually with snorkelling stops on the surrounding reefs.
attraction Hurghada Grand Aquarium: Travel Guide (4.1★)
Hurghada Grand Aquarium sits on Villages Road in Hurghada, the long hotel strip along the Red Sea coast, and combines marine and freshwater tanks, an underwater tunnel, a Bedouin life exhibit, a small zoo and a restaurant. 4.1★ (12,500 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
attraction Marina El Gouna: Hurghada Travel Guide (4.7★)
Marina El Gouna is the yacht harbour of El Gouna, the lagoon resort town on the Red Sea coast north of Hurghada, and the town's main place to eat, stroll and board boat trips. 4.7★ (1,544 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
attraction Saint Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Church: Hurghada Travel Guide
Saint Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Church is a working Coptic church on El-Lewaa Salman Mazhar street in Hurghada, a short taxi ride from the resort strip and often paired with Al Mina Mosque on city tours. 4.6★ (1,868 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
Hidden gems
hidden gem Abu Tig Marina: Hurghada Travel Guide (4.8★)
Abu Tig Marina is the yacht harbour and waterfront promenade of El Gouna, the lagoon resort town just north of Hurghada city. 4.8★ (423 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
hidden gem Downtown El gouna: Hurghada Travel Guide (4.6★)
Downtown El gouna is the walkable centre of El Gouna, the lagoon resort town about 25 km north of central Hurghada, packed with domed, earth-toned buildings, cafés and mid-range restaurants. 4.6★ (797 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
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Frequently asked questions about Hurghada
How do I get to Hurghada?
Most travellers fly directly into Hurghada International Airport (HRG), which sits a few kilometres inland from the city and handles both international charters and regular scheduled flights. From the airport, taxis and minibuses run into central Hurghada in roughly 20 minutes; there is no passenger rail link, so onward travel to other towns is by road.
How many days should I spend in Hurghada?
Plan on 3 to 7 days: three covers the beaches, marina and a snorkelling or diving trip, while a full week allows for island excursions, desert safaris and a side trip to Luxor.
What is Hurghada known for?
Hurghada is Egypt's largest Red Sea resort town, a stretch of coastline lined with all-inclusive hotels, dive centres and coral reefs facing the Giftun Islands. Once a small fishing village, it has grown into the country's main beach gateway, prized for warm water, reliable sun and easy add-on trips to the Nile Valley.