Tourism in Egypt

Tourism in Egypt is one of the leading sources of income, a vital component of the national economy. Egypt is regarded as the first tourist destination in the Middle East. As of 2025, the sector employed about 12% of workforce of Egypt, serving approximately 19.0 million visitors to Egypt, and providing revenues of nearly $18.8 billion, as well as contributing more than 4.7% of GDP.

Egypt has several sites inscribed in the UNESCO's World Heritage List and features cities or sites of high cultural interest (Giza being the foremost, but also Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, North Coast and others), beaches and seaside resorts, as well as rural regions that many enjoy for their beauty and tranquility (green tourism). Small and picturesque Egyptian towns and resort cities of quality leisure facilities (such as Taba, El Gouna, Sahl Hashish, Dahab, and Nuweiba) are promoted as major destinations in Egypt.

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