Egyptian Museum Travel Guide: Top Sights in Egypt, Tours & Travel

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Egyptian Museum- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Egypt; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Situated in Tahrir Square, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses over 120,000 artifacts spanning from the Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman era. Established in 1901, it is Africa's largest museum. Notable exhibits include Tutankhamun's gold burial mask and treasures from his tomb. The museum's layout features galleries organized chronologically on the ground floor and thematic collections on the first floor. Recent developments include the partial opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza pyramids, intended to enhance the display of Egypt's vast antiquities.

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Reviews of Egyptian Museum

Sara Stone-Sadek

5
Reviewed: 2024-08-06

We went on a self guided tour although there are tour guides. Everything will organized and laid out to easily walk around and understand the progression of history. The artifacts are incredible, and there is so much to see. We saw King Tut's room but no photography allowed there.
Najah Ali

4
Reviewed: 2024-08-04

Going here was incredible, you get to experience the history of Egypt. 2 down sides though, the staff will overcharge you for tickets which is irritating but that’s how Egypt is and the exhibitions that really matter, like Tutankhamen exhibition, you can’t take pictures and if you want to take pictures you have to pay an extra 200. If you can, take pictures when people aren’t looking or just do it regardless and act clueless after, that’s what we did.
Steeve

4
Reviewed: 2024-07-29

I bought the ticket on their website site and never received the tickets by email… tried to be in contact with them but very difficult to have it resolved… so I canceled from my bank and buy it again directly at the museum … No line, just 5 minutes in the morning at 10:00 am on a Monday. NO CASH ACCEPTED,JUST CREDIT CARD! 450 EGP per adult and 230 EGP per child. Under 6 years old free. no AC, few fans… 🥵 restroom free but no paper and not in good condition… Tutankhamun mask made in gold is very beautiful but it’s not allowed to take pictures…
Samar Yousef

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-26

I recently visited this Museum, and it was an unforgettable experience. The vast collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of King, was truly mesmerizing. The museum offers a deep dive into Egypt's rich history and culture. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Cairo
Zainab S. Rhazi

4
Reviewed: 2024-06-29

This was an amazing place years ago. It's pretty rundown now. It's cheaper if you're Arab or Egyptian, or a student than if you're a foreigner. There are still some nice relics, but I'm looking forward to visiting the newer museum