Everything you need to know about the 6th of October city is one of the most accessible cities in Egypt. The city is located in Giza Governorate, northern Egypt. The city is large and built on 119,200 acres. 6th of October City’s population and its neighborhoods are approximately close to a half million. Learn more about the 6th of October City by reading the following lines.

Why is it called 6th of October City?

6th of October was established in 1979 by President Anwar El Sadat and named to commemorate the day in 1973. The victory in the 6th of October Egypt war was a significant milestone in the country's modern history and is celebrated as a national holiday in Egypt. The city was named in commemoration of this event.

How to Access 6th of October City?

The city is located just 32 km from downtown Cairo, and about 17 km away from the Great Pyramids of Giza.

In addition, the city is accessible through many roads such as the following:

26 July Axis (The Mehwar)
Ring Road
Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road
Waslet Dahshour Road
Wahat Road

6th of October city is close to several landmarks including the following:

It is 54 minutes away from The Egyptian Museum.
37 minutes away from Zayed Central Park.
36 minutes The Smart Village.
27 minutes Dream Park.
22 minutes Mall of Egypt.
21 minutes Mall of Arabia.

Where to live in 6th of October City?

6th of October has been established to eliminate the congestion in Giza Governorate. It is a destination for everyone. Newlyweds can start a happy married life in a city that includes all their needs and match their financial abilities. Older people can move to such a quiet place.

The residential areas in 6th of October is composed of several residential neighborhoods, each neighborhood divided into sub-areas. Most of the 6th of October City neighborhoods are numbered, such as the 1st, 2nd, 5th, and 8th districts. Additionally, there are other neighborhoods, including the following:

Motamayez Neighborhood (pic 2)
West Somid neighborhood
8th district
1st District 6th Of October
Al-Bashayer neighborhood
Ashgar neighborhood
Northern Expansions District (Pic 3)
2nd District, 6 October City
5th District
Hadayek October Neighbourhood (pic 4)
El- Ahyaa District
Industrial District
northern tourist areas

One of the most notable features of 6th of October City is its industrial zone, which is home to many factories and companies, such as the one and only Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and the Egyptian Dairy and Food Company. The industrial zone has created many job opportunities for the residents of the city and has contributed significantly to the country's economy.

Things to in 6th of October City

6th of October City has many other attractions and points of interest. The city has several shopping malls, including the Mall of Arabia, which is one of the largest malls in Egypt. The city also has many parks and green spaces, including a favorite entertaining destination to all, Dream Park, which is a popular amusement park with rides and attractions for people of all ages.

Fancy Malls to go shopping

The city is distinguishable with its fancy shopping malls. They are considered some of the best hangout spots around Cairo.

Mall of Egypt (Pic 6)

Mall of Arabia (pic 7)

Parks to visit

For people who like outdoor activities or family gatherings, October city has a huge number of beautiful parks.

Dream Park (pic 8)
Mountain View Park October
The Park at MoA
Africano Park
Dolphin Park
Dream Land Pyramids
Adrenaline Park
Crazy Water Park
Billy Beeze October
Tiger land
Tennis hub
Kids Town
Hossary Parks

Clubs to join or do activities

6th of October City includes high-class fitness centers and wellness hubs that promote advanced equipment and a healthy environment.

Wadi Degla October (pic 9)
Tennis hub October
Sheikh Zayed 6 October
Agyad club
Dreamland pyramids club
Mohandsen club
Al Ahly club
Trees clubs ( Al Ashgar club)
Palm hills 6th of October club

Restaurants and Cafes to Eat & Drink

6th of October city is the best place to go as some luxurious restaurants and cafes are there. People who love to try various cuisines will enjoy a nice experience.

Sachi Park St (pic 10)
Arigato Sushi & Grill
Crave Restaurant
Paul
Lucca SteakHouse
Indigo Restaurant & Lounge
Mince
Bokharest Cafe
Spectra
Melt Bites Daily
Pottery
Benos
Arabian
Sahar Layali
Costa Cafe
Arabian Cafe
Egypt Cafe

Top educational institutions

October city is an attraction for families as it has some of the top-ranked universities in Egypt.

New Vision International Schools

Skylight school
Winchester international schools
Thebes International school
International School of Choueifat
Smart vision school
Royal international language school
Geel 2000 language school

And here are the top Universities in 6th October City.

October 6 University (pic 5)
Canadian International College (CIC)
Misr University for Science and Technology
Modern Sciences and Arts University (MSA)
Ahram Canadian University
New Giza University

Best hospitals in 6 October

6th of October City has several hospitals and medical institutes that provide healthcare services to the city's residents and visitors. One of these hospitals is Dar Al Fouad hospital, which is one of the largest and most advanced hospitals in Egypt.

Al Safwa hospital
Dar Al Fouad Hospital (pic 11)
El Nada Hospital
Global Care Hospital
Neuro spine hospital
Dream hospital
Kids hospital
El Zohour hospital

Transportation of 6th October City

The city has a well-developed transportation system, with several bus lines and microbuses serving different areas of the city. The city is also connected to Cairo and other nearby cities by several highways, including the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road.

Weather in 6th October City

The weather in 6th of October City is typically warm and dry, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer months (June-August) is around 35°C (95°F), while the average temperature in the winter months (December-February) is around 18°C (64°F).

6th of October city is an integrated and growing city for living or spending a nice day whether they are the city residents or not. That is why young people tend to buy a new home there. The city offers its residents a high quality of life. With its modern infrastructure, and numerous attractions and amenities, it is a great place to live, work, and visit in Egypt.

Palm Hills October

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