Ismailia Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Ismailia

Situated on the west bank of the Suez Canal, halfway betweenPort Saidto the north andPort Suezto the south, this city is the capital of the Ismailia Governorate and has a population of 1.4 million as of 2022. Ismailia was founded in 1863, during the construction of the Suez Canal, by Khedive Ismail the Magnificent, after whom the city is named. The head office of the Suez Canal Authority and the city have a large number of heritage buildings dating from British and French involvement with the Canal. Also of historical note, the Muslim Brotherhood was founded in Ismailia by Hassan al-Banna in March 1928.

Top Attractions in Ismailia

Explore the best things to see and do in Ismailia:

• ★Archaeological Museum of Ismailia
• ★Museum of the Suez Canal

Where to Stay in Ismailia

• 🏨Mercure Ismailia Forsan Island Hotel

Ismailia Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: