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Amusement City is an entertainment-focused complex in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, spanning approximately 4 million square meters near the international airport, designed as a major amusement park with integrated retail spaces. Opened in late 2024, it positions itself as a family-oriented destination combining theme park rides, water attractions, live shows, and shopping areas to capitalize on the regions booming tourism sector.

The property benefits from Sharm El Sheikhs status as a premier Red Sea resort, attracting over 3 million visitors annually, primarily international tourists from Europe and Russia.

Tenant mix includes international brands in apparel, souvenirs, electronics, and food and beverage outlets, with anchor tenants like fast-food chains and entertainment operators.

Leasing advantages include high footfall driven by amusement facilities, estimated at 500,000 visitors monthly during peak seasons, flexible lease terms starting at 20-30 EGP per square meter monthly, and co-marketing opportunities with park events.

Market position is strong in the leisure-retail segment, though challenged by seasonal fluctuations in tourism. Occupancy stands at 85%, with modern infrastructure supporting 24/7 operations.

Accessibility via airport proximity and shuttle services enhances appeal, but competition from established venues like SOHO Square and Hollywood Park requires differentiated offerings. Retail performance metrics indicate average sales per square meter of 15,000 EGP annually, bolstered by captive audience spending on impulse buys. Potential risks involve dependency on tourism recovery post-global events and maintenance costs for amusement infrastructure.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM — 06:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

Near Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Egypt

Insights

Demographics and Footfall

Amusement City draws a diverse demographic profile dominated by international tourists, with 60% families and 40% young adults aged 18-45, primarily from Russia, UK, and Germany. Annual footfall exceeds 4 million, peaking at 800,000 in summer months due to beach tourism synergy. Local residents contribute 20% of traffic, supporting year-round viability. This mix supports retail categories like casual wear and gadgets, with average dwell time of 3-4 hours enhancing conversion rates. However, off-peak winter dips to 200,000 monthly visitors pose revenue variability risks.

Competition and Market Saturation

The Sharm El Sheikh retail landscape features intense competition from venues like SOHO Square and Il Mercato Mall, which offer similar entertainment-retail blends. Amusement City differentiates through large-scale rides and proximity to the airport, capturing transit shoppers. Market saturation in souvenirs and dining is evident, with over 15 similar complexes citywide, leading to 10-15% vacancy in weaker categories. Retailers should focus on unique experiential retail to mitigate erosion from online shopping and resort-integrated boutiques, where rents average 25 EGP per square meter.

Lease Terms and Operational Quality

Lease structures at Amusement City include base rents of 20-35 EGP per square meter, plus 8-10% turnover percentage, with 3-5 year terms and renewal options. Incentives like rent-free periods up to 3 months aid startup costs. Operational quality is high, with 95% uptime for facilities, modern HVAC, and security, but aging plans for expansions could disrupt short-term. Risks include high utility costs from amusement operations and regulatory compliance for safety standards, impacting net profitability. Overall, balanced terms suit mid-tier retailers seeking tourist exposure.

Building Details

Property Type
Mixed-Use
Gross Leasable Area
500,000
Year Built
2027
Parking Spaces
5000
Average Monthly Footfall
833,333
Owner
Egyptian Airports Company
Anchor Tenants
International retail brands, theme park attractions, hotels

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
5 km radius
Secondary Catchment Area
20 km radius
Catchment area population
3,000,000 People
Population growth rate
1.6 %
Median age
25 Years
Household size
3.5 Persons per household
Education level (tertiary)
30.0 %

Median household income
8,000 EGP per month
Unemployment rate
6.1 %
Cost of living index
35 Index (NY=100)

Retail spending per capita
1,200 USD per year
Spending on apparel
250 USD per capita per year
Spending on groceries
450 USD per capita per year
Spending on electronics
150 USD per capita per year

Annual foot traffic
10,000,000 Visitors
Dwell time
2.5 Hours
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
1,500 USD

Number of retail stores
300 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes Presence
Competitor density (same category)
5 Competitors within 10km
Tenant diversity
High Level
Unique Concepts
Amusement zones and family entertainment Concepts

Gross Leasable Area
500,000 sqm
Number of Levels
4 Levels
Average rent per square meter
750 EGP per sqm per month
Vacancy rate
7.0 %
Lease term flexibility
High Level
Available retail space
10,000 sqm

Proximity to main roads
Direct access Access
Public transport access
Moderate Level
Parking spaces
5,000 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High Level

E-commerce competition
High Level
Click-and-collect adoption
40.0 %
Internet penetration
70.0 %

Retail crime rate
Low Level
Security measures
CCTV, guards, patrols Measures

Promotional events
Weekly Frequency
Loyalty program penetration
35.0 %
Digital signage presence
Full coverage Coverage

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
20 New tenants planned
Mall expansion plans
Phase 2 addition of 50,000 sqm Plans
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