Sand City Hurghada
During a stay in this Red Sea resort, Hurghada’s Sand City can be a fun day out. Here you’ll find a variety of sand sculptures, from historical figures to cartoons, mythological gods and superheroes.
How do I get there? What can I see? How much does it cost to get in? We’ll answer these questions with the essential information you need to know.
Practical information
Here’s what you need to know before visiting Hurghada’s Sand City.
Admission
The entrance fee is €10, but it’s really up to the customer. The Sand City’s appeal suddenly diminishes, especially at this price.
Access and opening hours
Located on one of the main thoroughfares south of the city center, some 20km away, Hurghada’s Sand City is only accessible by cab. You’ll find plenty of them lining the streets.
It will take you along a somewhat deserted road, and tickets are paid for at the reception desk. For the return journey, cabs pass by a lot on the arterial road. The address is as follows: Safaga road, Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate 1962001, Egypt.
Opening times are fixed: you can access this open-air exhibition all year round from 9am to 5pm.
How long does a visit to Hurghada’s Sand City last?
The tour is fairly quick, so allow an average of half an hour.
You can count on up to 1 hour if you take your time, consider taking photos on the dromedary, or have a drink in the small adjoining café.
How does a visit to Hurghada’s Sand City work?
In this section, we’ll show you what you can see when you visit Hurghada’s Sand City.
The Sand City concept
The Sand City is an interesting open-air museum, with many impressive sand statues. Stroll around and admire these works of art.
The route to follow
Hurghada’s Sand City is divided into two zones: you’ll pass through both following a predefined circuit. Cartoons and historical figures rub shoulders.
The first zone is aimed more at children, featuring the worlds of Disney, Marvel and more.
The second zone is more for adults, with statues based mainly on Greek mythology and ancient Egypt.
Historical Art, the first zone
Movie scenes and heroic characters follow one another in this first section.
All these statues will delight the little ones. In all, you’ll see some twenty sculptures, the most famous of which are :
- the Lion King, Pirates of the Caribbean and other Walt Disney characters
- Spider-Man and Spider-Man for the Marvel universe
- Cat Woman, Batman, DC Super-Man
- Cars, Nemo for Pixar Studios
Discover King Kong, Tom and Jerry, Sindbad, Jurassic Park, Shrek, Peter Pan, Popeye, Transformers and SpongeBob SquarePants.
Wonderland Art, the second zone
Ancient Egypt and Greek mythology characterize this section of 22 sand statues. Learn more about ancient history and civilizations.
During your visit to Hurghada’s Sand City, you’ll discover gods and goddesses such as Isis, Zeus, Ganesh and Poseidon, as well as historical scenes such as the Battle of Kadesh.
We also admire :
- monuments such as the pyramids of Egypt, the temples of Abu Simbel, the statue of the Sphinx, not to mention many other legends
- military leaders such as Napoleon, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, Sparta and others.
- symbols such as the oudjat eye, the beetle, yin and yang
- creatures like the Lamassus or the Pegasus
- famous couples such as Nefertiti and Akhenaten, Menes and Sobek, Anubis and Horus
You may even be able to see the sand-cutting artists.
Frequently asked questions
Here you’ll find a list of questions and answers on specific details, so you can quickly find the information you’re looking for.
What else can you do on site?
There’s a bar with tables for a drink. It’s also a place to relax and unwind.
For folklore, a camel ride is also available for a few dozen Egyptian pounds.
But keep in mind that we come here for the sand sculptures. As this is a secluded spot, don’t expect to do much else…
Is it hot?
Yes, the sun beats down hard and shade is rarely available. The staff can provide umbrellas for an extra charge.
This article on Hurghada’s Sand City is coming to an end. You now know the most important things you need to know about it. As you’ll have gathered, it can be a fun family experience to round off a stay in the seaside resort. However, its appeal is clearly not paramount.
Rather out of the way, and at a high price considering the cost of living in Egypt, we’d almost advise you not to go… If you’re looking for ideas on what to do in Hurghada, you can consult our dedicated guide for more information.
