Sultan Hassan & Al‑Rifa'i Mosques, Cairo

The short answer

Sultan Hassan Mosque & Al-Rifa'i Mosque Entry Ticket is a 1-day admission covering Sultan Hassan Mosque and Al-Rifa'i Mosque in Cairo, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.

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Background

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What lingers

• 01 Visit side-by-side Sultan Hassan (14th century) and Al-Rifa'i (19th–20th century) mosques in Historic Cairo.
• 02 Includes entry to both monuments; our Egyptologist highlights Mamluk architectural features and inscriptions.
• 03 Sultan Hassan's madrasa-mosque layout dates from 1356–1363; original minarets and stone-carved muqarnas survive.
• 04 Al-Rifa'i serves as a royal mausoleum; expect funerary chambers and 19th–early 20th-century royal tombs.
• 05 Modest dress and quiet required; access may close briefly during the five daily prayers.
• 06 We avoid large coach visits; our private-guided entry slots reduce time spent queuing and crowding.

The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

1. 01 Are Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i mosques open to tourists?

   Both Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i mosques are generally open to visitors outside formal prayer times. They close for Jumu'ah (Friday) prayers and may change access during Ramadan or special ceremonies. We can schedule visits to avoid closures and prayer times if you book a guided visit.
2. 02 Do I need to pay to enter Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i mosques?

   There is usually a modest entrance fee for visiting Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i for tourism. Tickets are normally bought at the site and some areas may have separate photography or permission fees. Standard entry fees are handled on-site unless we state otherwise when arranging a private visit.
3. 03 What should I wear to visit Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i mosques?

   Modest dress is required: cover shoulders and knees; women should carry a headscarf. You may be asked to remove shoes for interior access and avoid shorts or sleeveless tops. Bring sun protection – courtyards have limited shade at midday and stone floors reflect heat.
4. 04 Can I take photographs inside Al-Rifa'i and Sultan Hassan mosques?

   Personal photography is usually permitted inside Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i, but rules vary and can change without notice. Tripods, flash or commercial shoots often require prior permission or a fee; never photograph worshippers during prayers. If photography is important to you, we can request permissions in advance.
5. 05 Are the mosques wheelchair accessible?

   Both mosque complexes have uneven stone floors and steps; full wheelchair access is limited. Courtyards and thresholds present obstacles and ramps are not consistently available. We can arrange assistance, choose a shorter route, or offer an alternative viewpoint if mobility is restricted.
6. 06 When is the best time of day to visit Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa'i mosques?

   Early morning or late afternoon avoids the hottest hours and the busiest visitor periods. Friday midday is busiest because of Jumu'ah prayers; light in late afternoon gives better photography but check closing times. Unlike mass coach itineraries, we can time a private visit to coincide with quieter periods.