In the alleys of Khan el Khalili sits one of Cairo’s oldest cafés, visiting this ahwa is a sightseeing trip in itself. Egyptian coffeehouses like Fishawi’s Ahwa, have been important gathering places since Islamic times, bringing people together from all walks of life. Enjoy a nice cup of strongly brewed tea and a fruit flavoured shisha into the early morning hours, as you watch people stroll by this historic coffeehouse.

With no alcohol served, Al-Fishawi, inside Khan El Khalili bazaar, proves you don't need alcohol to have fun. Open 24 hours daily for 200 years, this traditional ahwa or coffeehouse, is every locals favorite for chatting, peoplewatching and smoking shisha