This paper presents the findings of a geotechnical investigation and characterization of intact rocks in Gebel El Ramliya-Akheider, located in the Cairo-Suez district of Egypt. The study area is a strategic economic zone due to industrialization and urbanization and comprises four rock units with different ages, namely Middle Eocene, Upper Eocene, Oligocene, and Miocene. Seven undisturbed rock samples were collected from the exposed intact rocks in the investigated area, and both destructive and non-destructive tests were conducted to identify the geotechnical characteristics of the rocks. The destructive techniques included the Unconfined Compressive Strength and Point Load tests, while the non-destructive methods included the Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity and the Schmidt Hammer tests. The results revealed significant variability in the geological and geotechnical properties of the investigated intact rocks, which is attributed to differences in the lithological characteristics among the rock units. The Middle Eocene rocks comprise very hard limestones, the Upper Eocene rocks are fossiliferous to sandy limestones, and the Oligocene rocks are primarily composed of ferruginous sandstones, while the Miocene rocks include argillaceous limestones. Consequently, the Middle Eocene limestones were classified as medium-strength and stiff rocks, indicating their suitability for geotechnical purposes that require high bearing capacity, such as foundation construction, retaining walls, and slope stabilization. On the other hand, the limestones of the Upper Eocene were classified as having very low to low strength and medium stiffness, while the Oligocene and Miocene rocks were found to have very low strength and low stiffness, highlighting their limited geotechnical potential and the need for caution during engineering activities. These findings provide preliminary information about the geotechnical properties of different rock units, which can be useful for geotechnical and construction projects.