It’s hard to find a quiet place in Cairo (more like impossible) where you can enjoy a hot drink and get some work done away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Sometimes when we get bored of the monotonous routine of working at the office or at home, and our productivity levels are at an all-time low, we want to change things up a bit. But what happens when there is nowhere to escape the wrath of the city?
Well, worry not because we’ve got you covered.
Diwan Bookstore
Location: 26 July St, Mohammed Mazhar, Zamalek, Cairo Governorate
Diwan needs no introduction, it’s one of the biggest bookstores is Egypt with multiple locations around Cairo. It also has a quiet section for reading, enjoying a cup of coffee and just getting work done.
Sufi Bookstore
Location: 12 Sayed El Bakry Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt
Sufi Bookstore is a chill and cozy cafe located in Zamalek that is just perfect for getting work done now that hipsters are finally over it.
Creativo Co-Working Space
Location: 10 Hussein Wassef Street, 3rd floor, Midan El Misaha, Dokki, Egypt
Creativo offers a very friendly environment and provides a creative atmosphere for small business owners and startups. This place will definitely inspire the little entrepreneur inside of you.
Bikya
Location: 23 Dr Zaki Hassan St., off El Nasr Street, Nasr City, Cairo
Bikya is a café with books covering the walls and an extremely friendly staff; this rare gem of a place, though not spacious, is the place to go for some peace and quiet.
Dunkin’ Donuts
Location: 90 Road 9,Maadi, Cairo Beside Etisalat
The ‘IT’ place in Maadi for everyone who wants to get work done, where cappuccinos and donuts will be your new companions.
Shakespeare and Co.
Location: Nasr City, Maadi, New Cairo
With several branches around Cairo, Shakespeare and Co. is probably one of the coziest places for reading, studying or working. Their breakfast menu is absolutely delicious and the place is oh-so Instagrammable so it’s a win-win for everyone.
