Grand Egyptian Museum

Where it is & how to get there

• Taxi: On the Cairo–Alexandria desert road, about 2 km from the pyramids.
• From central Cairo: 40–60 minutes by taxi depending on traffic.
• Combined visit: Easy to pair with the pyramids on the same day.

The story of the Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum was planned for decades and officially opened in late 2025 near the Giza pyramids. A colossal statue of Ramses II greets visitors in the atrium, and a grand staircase lined with royal statues leads up towards views of the pyramids.

For the first time, the complete collection of Tutankhamun's tomb, more than 5,000 objects including his golden mask, is displayed together. The museum also houses the reconstructed solar boat of Khufu.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Book tickets online in advance.
• Book tickets online for a time slot.
• Allow at least half a day; the galleries are huge.

What's around the Grand Egyptian Museum

• Pyramids of Giza5 minutes away.
• The Great SphinxOn the Giza plateau.
• Egyptian Museum (Tahrir)The historic museum in downtown Cairo.
• SaqqaraAncient necropolis south of Giza.

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