Everything you need before you go.
The Grand Egyptian Museum sits on the Cairo–Alexandria desert road, in direct sight of the Pyramids of Giza. It is large — plan for at least three hours, and ideally a full day. Here is the practical part.
When the doors are open.
- Sun – Wed08:30 – 19:00
- Thursday08:30 – 22:00
- Friday10:00 – 22:00
- Saturday08:30 – 22:00
Last admission is one hour before closing. The museum is closed on the first day of Eid al-Adha and on January 1.
Three ways across Cairo.
By taxi or ride-share
The simplest option. Both Uber and Careem operate at the museum. Ask the driver for 'Al-Mathaf Al-Kabir' and confirm the desert road.
By tram (Line 3)
The new Cairo light-rail stops at GEM Station, a 6-minute covered walk from the entry pavilion. Tickets EGP 15.
By car
Approach from the Cairo–Alexandria desert road; the museum has its own well-signed exit and free parking for 2,400 cars.
Open to every visitor.
Step-free routes
Every public gallery has a step-free alternative via lifts. The Grand Staircase has a parallel ramp route.
Wheelchairs
Free of charge at the main entrance, no booking needed. Reserve in advance for guaranteed availability on busy days.
Sensory map
A printed sensory map is available at the welcome desk for visitors who prefer to plan a quieter route.
Service animals
Trained service animals are welcome throughout the museum. Please mention this when booking.
Light bag, comfortable shoes.
The museum is large and the day will involve a lot of walking on polished stone. Bottled water is allowed. Large bags must be left in the free cloakroom at the entry pavilion.
- Phone & camera (no flash)
- Small bag (under 30×20 cm)
- Sealed bottle of water
- Sketchbook & pencil
- Flash, tripods, selfie sticks
- Food, hot drinks
- Large rucksacks
- Drones (anywhere on site)