Kom al Dikka
Kom al Dikka is one of the impressive places in Alexandria; it is like a hill of rubbles. It was anciently a residential region during the Graeco-Roman times. Its main feature is the Roman amphitheater. You will enjoy wandering in this uncrowded site while watching the amazing floor mosaic of the Villa of the Birds sited in a detached building within the place.
Alexandria Aquarium
If you want to have an educational fun visit, go to the Alexandria Aquarium; it is the only museum with living sea creatures in the governorate, and it is a small museum containing several species of fish and creatures from the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea.
It is located in El Anfoushy near the Citadel of Quaitbai. It contains rare species of fish and sea plants. A small museum is attached to the aquarium has samples of preserved sea creatures from the Mediterranean, the Red Sea and the Amazon.
Corniche
You cannot go to Alexandria without strolling on the Cornish. It is one of the most popular landmarks in Alexandria. It entertains all the people whether rich or poor. It extends along the whole length of the city. To cross the road from one side to another, use pedestrian underpasses because it is very dangerous to cross the road there.
There are a number of elegant hotels on the Corniche which are considered landmarks there such as Cecil & Windsor Palace. There are also some restaurants and old & buildings that will enjoy you if you like to roll around in yore-days.
Mosque of Abu Abbas Al Mursi
Change your mood by going to a historical religious place; Abu Abbas Al Mursi Mosque. It is one of the most popular and sacred places in Alexandria; it has a great position according to the Alexandrians’ beliefs. This mosque was established over the tomb of a revered 13th-century Sufi saint, Abu Abbas Al Mursi.
The present structure is new; however, it still keeps its elegance. It has a rakish tower and an internal design ornamented with attractive Islamic mosaics, tiling and woodwork. Its 73-meter minaret rises on the southern side. The high ceiling of the mosque is adorned with arabesque, the floors mosque is paved in white marble, the doors, minbar and windows are made of perfect carved teak, citron and walnut.
You will like the atmosphere surrounding the mosque starting from the horse rides on the Corniche to the arrival of the big midan of the mosque and the entrance of the mosque itself.
Rosetta (Ar Rashid)
Go south after Quaitbai to have a different experience at Rosetta (Rashid). The local tourist police there do not permit anyone to wander by himself. So that, they welcome you once you arrive at the site. You are accompanied to see the markets, touristic sites, museums and open houses. it is a distinctive unusual experience that will please you.