# Alexandria Pompey's Pillar Tour

- Destination: Alexandria
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Price: from USD 34.62 per adult (prices are shown in USD, EUR and EGP at booking)
- Meeting point: Hotel lobby pickup in Alexandria.
- Best for: History lovers and curious travelers
- Booking: online; "Reserve Now, Pay Later" is available (no online payment is needed to hold a booking)
- Page: https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/alexandria-pompeys-pillar-tour
- Last updated: 2026-10-15

Egypt's tallest ancient monolithic column, with underground sphinxes and catacomb ruins nearby.

Standing nearly 27 meters tall, Pompey's Pillar dominates the ruins of the ancient Serapeum temple complex, surrounded by underground galleries and granite sphinxes.

## Highlights

- Egypt's tallest ancient monolithic column
- Underground galleries and granite sphinxes

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Licensed guide
- Entrance fee

## What's not included

- Photos & videos (not included in the price)

## Itinerary

1. Hotel pickup: Pickup from your hotel lobby.
2. Meet at the site entrance: Meet your licensed guide at the entrance to Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria.
3. Pompey's Pillar and the Serapeum: See the nearly 27-meter column, the ruins of the ancient Serapeum temple complex, its underground galleries and granite sphinxes.

## Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.

## Frequently asked questions

**How tall is Pompey's Pillar?**
Nearly 27 meters — Egypt's tallest ancient monolithic column.

**What else is at the site?**
The ruins of the ancient Serapeum temple complex, with underground galleries and granite sphinxes.

**Is the entrance fee included?**
Yes. The entrance fee and a licensed guide are included.

**Where do we meet?**
Hotel lobby pickup in Alexandria.

**What is the cancellation policy?**
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.