Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
4.4M
Population
187 km2
Area
38 Mbps
Internet
30m
Elevation
UTC+02:00
Timezone
CAI (21km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Giza's shadow of the eternal Pyramids contrasts with its modern Nile corniche cafes, captivating history buffs and remote workers alike. Arid desert heat tempers with breezy evenings, while Cairo's international airport ensures easy global links.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Egypt
Region
Northern Africa
Population
4.4M
Timezone
UTC+02:00
Elevation
30 m
Language
Arabic
Airport
CAI
GPS
30.01, 31.21
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Internet at 38 Mbps — plan for offline work or find coworking spaces
Economy
79% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Climate
Year-round average of 24C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
7,183 total POIs 38.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
451
Cafes
346
Bars
38
Fast Food
259
Shopping
Supermarkets
451
Convenience
176
Shopping Malls
39
Healthcare
Hospitals
173
Clinics
132
Pharmacies
188
Education
Schools
228
Universities
64
Libraries
29
Recreation
Parks
1,975
Playgrounds
37
Sports
304
Cinemas
21
Museums
53
Theatres
18
Transport
Bus Stops
57
Train Stations
92
Fuel Stations
145
Services
Banks
204
ATMs
114
Post Offices
32
Police
58
Fire Stations
11
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
38 Mbps
Download
10 Mbps
Upload
22ms
Latency
273,124
Tests
74,416
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Mar - Apr
16°
J
17°
F
20°
M
24°
A
28°
M
31°
J
33°
J
31°
A
28°
S
24°
O
20°
N
17°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 24.1 C Range: 15.7 - 32.5 C Rain: 15 mm/year Sunshine: 3,940 h/year
CITY SCORES
84.5
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
61.5
Overall
COST OF LIVING
EIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
20.9
Overall
79% cheaper than NYC
4.7
Rent
95% cheaper than NYC
20.4
Groceries
80% cheaper than NYC
18.1
Restaurants
82% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
CAI
Cairo International Airport
21 km from center
~38 min ride
FUN FACTS
Giza is the third-largest city in Egypt by area; and sixteenth-largest city in Africa by population.
It is the capital of Giza Governorate with a total population of 4,458,135 as of 2023.
Giza lies less than 30 kilometres (20 miles) north of Memphis (Men-nefer, today the village of Mit Rahina), which was the capital city of the unified Egyptian state during the reign of pharaoh Narmer, roughly 3100 BC.
Giza has always been a focal point in Egypt's history due to its location close to Memphis, the ancient pharaonic capital of the Old Kingdom.
In 2024, Giza was visited by 14.7 million tourists, becoming the most popular tourist destination in Egypt.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Giza known for?
Giza's shadow of the eternal Pyramids contrasts with its modern Nile corniche cafes, captivating history buffs and remote workers alike. Arid desert heat tempers with breezy evenings, while Cairo's international airport ensures easy global links.
How fast is the internet in Giza?
Giza has an average download speed of 38 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Giza?
Giza has an average year-round temperature of approximately 24.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Giza?
Giza is served by CAI (Cairo International Airport), approximately 21 km from the city center.
What is the population of Giza?
The population of Giza is approximately 4.4M.
What infrastructure does Giza have?
Giza has 7,183 mapped points of interest, including 451 restaurants, 173 hospitals, 228 schools.
What country is Giza in?
Giza is located in Egypt.