Got quoted a price in Cairo? Check it
If you are in Cairo right now, type the price you were quoted. Fair ranges and rip-off lines per item keep improving with traveler reports.
Updated September 2026
Where tourists get overcharged most in Cairo
Confirm the meter is on or use an app fare before you go. ≈ $3.06
Agree the destination and fare before you set off. ≈ $2
Places with a posted price list are safest; ask if the tip is included. ≈ $20
Compare what is included (tickets, meals, pickup) to understand price gaps. ≈ $30.6
A block or two away from the sights is cheaper. ≈ $3.06
Check the menu for tax and service charges. ≈ $12
Common rip-offs in Cairo
- Camel and horse rides at the Pyramids that cost more to get off than to get on; "free" photos followed by a demand for money.
- Uber and Careem avoid haggling.
- Always haggle at markets, souvenir stalls and for camels or carriages; fix the total and currency first.
- Restaurants often add 12% service plus 14% VAT.
How to avoid getting ripped off
- Ask the price before you ride or order, then check it here.
- For taxis and bikes, compare with a ride-hailing app fare; that is your benchmark.
- Where nothing is priced, open at 60–80% of the first quote.
- Pay in local currency; dollar or card conversions are usually worse.
- Report what you paid; it becomes the next traveler's benchmark.
All fair prices in Cairo
September 2026 · 1 USD = E£ 49
FAQ
How much should a taxi cost in Cairo?
For 5 km in town, E£ 120–E£ 240 is normal; above E£ 288 is suspicious. Uber and Careem avoid haggling.
What is a fair price for a massage in Cairo?
About E£ 686–E£ 1,570 for an hour; above E£ 1,880 is tourist pricing.
How much is a meal in Cairo?
A local meal is about E£ 105–E£ 240. Restaurants often add 12% service plus 14% VAT.
What should I do if I got ripped off in Cairo?
For small amounts, just check prices first next time. For bigger ones like taxis or tours, keep the receipt or app record, and report what you paid so the next traveler can avoid it.