Taking a taxi is a good way to get around Alexandria, and not prohibitively expensive. It is easy enough to hail a car from most parts of the city, as long as you know that taxis are orange and black. Since cars are not metered, be sure to agree on a price before accepting the ride. Most locals don’t bother with this, they simply get out at the end of the trip and hand the driver what they know to be a fair price. But as a visitor, you would be better served by checking at your hotel as to what a fair price would be, and then making sure your driver agrees with you before you accept the ride. Also, keep in mind that the tip is included in that price, so do not feel obligated to give the driver anything extra.

You can also opt for a "call taxi" service, which will pick you up at a specific hotel or location and take you to where you want to go. Available 24 hours, this option is particularly good when traveling late at night. Some companies to check out are: Cairo Cab (Dial 19730), Fast Call (Dial 19559),  or Twins Car (Dial 5531284).

You can also opt to use Alexandria ’s network of tramways and buses, but know that they are often crowded and unreliable.

Renting a car is another option, though driving in Alexandria is not for the faint of heart. If you are set on renting a car, you will need an international driver’s license, which you can get from AAA in the United States before leaving home.