Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Last updated 2026-10-30
By Global Travel Guide Editorial Team
Introduction
The neoclassical building was designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon and opened in 1902. Some major collections have been moving to the Grand Egyptian Museum, so check which galleries are open before you go. The ground floor covers the Old, Middle and New Kingdoms chronologically; the upper floor is thematic. Tickets are cheap, and the museum is a short walk from Sadat metro. Weekday mornings are quietest.
Ticket Price
Foreign adult EGP 450 (≈ USD 8); students EGP 225. Card payment preferred.
Opening Hours
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (standard). Some museums stay open late one evening per week (until 8-9 PM). Closed Mondays (most locations). Closed on major holidays. Last entry 45-60 min before closing.
Transportation
Metro to Sadat station, then a 5-minute walk to Tahrir Square; taxis and Ubers also drop off at the entrance.
Best Season
In Egypt, Nov-Mar is comfortably cool; May-Sep is extremely hot. Indoor collections can be visited year-round; weekday mornings are quietest.
Pro Tip: Start with the Tutankhamun galleries
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Start with the Tutankhamun galleries The museum is dense and the signage is limited. Visit the Tutankhamun collection first, then choose one or two other galleries rather than trying to see everything.
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Frequently Asked Questions4 questions
Allow 2-3 hours for the Tutankhamun galleries and the main collection. The museum is dense, so pick a few periods rather than trying to see everything.
Photography is generally allowed without flash, but some rooms and the royal mummies are restricted. A camera pass may be required for professional equipment.
It is on Tahrir Square in central Cairo; the metro to Sadat station puts you a 5-minute walk away. The Grand Egyptian Museum is a separate site near Giza.
Weekday mornings after opening are calmest; tour groups arrive mid-morning and on Fridays. Allow extra time for security.