SIWA OASISOasis
Cleopatra's Spring
29.1969, 25.5502
Cleopatra's Spring is Siwa's most famous bathing pool, a perfectly round natural stone basin fed by a warm, bubbling underground spring and ringed by date palms. Despite the name, its link to the queen is pure legend, but the setting is genuinely idyllic.
Locals and visitors slip into the clear, faintly effervescent water for a soak, especially refreshing after a dusty day exploring the oasis. A simple cafe beside the pool serves mint tea and shisha, making it a natural spot to linger, watch the palms sway and settle into Siwa's unhurried rhythm.
It's a short ride from town amid the palm groves, and pairs neatly with the nearby Temple of the Oracle. Go for a dip, a drink and a slice of oasis life.
Know before you go
It's a public, popular spot, so women may feel more comfortable swimming in modest cover-ups or timing a visit for quieter early hours.