
Al-Hakim Mosque
Al-Hakim Mosque
Cairo, Egypt
Landmark 10th-century mosque with a grand entrance, large inner courtyard with arcades & 2 minarets.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Landmark 10th-century mosque with a grand entrance, large inner courtyard with arcades & 2 minarets.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Hussain Ezzi — a month ago
"Al-Masjid Al-Hakimi is a hidden gem in Cairo's Islamic heritage. The mosque's stunning Fatimid-era architecture, intricate stone carvings, and serene atmosphere make it a must-visit. Explore the courtyard, admire the ornate details, and soak in the history 😍."
**★★★★★ Mohammed Saify — a month ago
True imam masjid.... Prooves shia ashris are on wrong path... True imam is imam tayyeb who will zuhur soon and his anceators imam hakim made truly beautiful masjid in misr where imam husain head is in rest.
**★★★★★ Gamal T. Abdelhady — 5 months ago
One of the most beautiful mosques in old Cairo, amazingly beautiful, extremely calming and magnificently pretty
**★★★★★ Kadir-Quentin — 5 months ago
By far the best mosque in Cairo! The design is very nice and relaxing with the walls made out of pure white marble while also preserving ornaments from over a thousand years ago. This mosque is very nice for prayer (I imagine) but also a pleasant place to get away from the chaos of the surrounding streets. Definitely recommended!
**★★★★☆ Naser ali — 3 months ago
A mosque for prayer, but it has no bathroom; ablution is performed using a basin in the mosque courtyard. There is a separate, spacious, and adequate prayer area for the Bohra community.









