historic house / cultural center / literary venueIslamic (Ottoman 1664)
House of Sitt Wasila
Al-Azhar area
منزل الست وسيلةOpen to Public
Step inside a beautifully preserved Ottoman Cairene house of courtyards, reception rooms and traditional domestic spaces that now lives a second life as Egypt's House of Arab Poetry.
Historical Overview
Built in 1664 CE. After restoration in 2005, it became the 'House of Arab Poetry', hosting literary events and seminars.
Why Visit?
A beautifully preserved Ottoman house now serving as an active cultural hub for poetry.
Getting There
House of Sitt Wasila
Opening Hours
Standard09:00 - 17:00
Last Entry16:00
Ticket Prices
Foreign Adult100 EGP
Foreign Student50 EGP
Egyptian Adult10 EGP
Plan Your Visit
- Duration: 45 - 60 mins
- Photography: mobile_phone_photography: free, professional_photography: separate_permission