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Discover ancient Egypt with our Egyptian Museum tickets. Choose from curated experiences, including tours of Giza Pyramids & Sphinx. Dive into Egypt's rich history and culture.
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Sphinx statue in front of the Egyptian Museum entrance in Cairo, Egypt.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Skip the long queues and enter the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities without waiting.

  • See the Narmer Palette: A major symbol of early Egyptian state formation.

  • Explore statues, coffins, papyrus scrolls, and artifacts from the Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, and Coptic eras.

  • Upgrade on-site for access to the Royal Mummy Room, where you’ll see the preserved remains of Egypt’s most famous pharaohs.

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  • Skip the long queues and enter the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities without waiting.

  • See the Narmer Palette: A major symbol of early Egyptian state formation.

  • Explore statues, coffins, papyrus scrolls, and artifacts from the Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, and Coptic eras.

  • Upgrade on-site for access to the Royal Mummy Room, where you’ll see the preserved remains of Egypt’s most famous pharaohs.

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$15
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Grand Egyptian Museum facade with geometric patterns under a blue sky.

Grand Egyptian Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Skip the line with priority entry, saving you valuable time to explore the Grand Egyptian Museum and its fascinating 12 galleries.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour in English or Arabic and hear stories and lesser-known facts behind iconic artifacts like Scribe Nefer’s statue, Ramses II’s monumental statues, and ancient tools.

  • See King Tutankhamun’s golden treasures up close — from his chariot to jewelry and everyday items that reveal the life of Egypt’s young pharaoh.

  • Take your visit up a notch with the GEM Discovery Challenge, where you’ll solve puzzles and uncover clues for a fun, interactive exploration with a chance to earn a souvenir.

  • Wander through the museum’s iconic spaces, including the Grand Hall, Hanging Obelisk, and stunning artifacts from prehistoric Egypt to the Roman Empire.

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  • Skip the line with priority entry, saving you valuable time to explore the Grand Egyptian Museum and its fascinating 12 galleries.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour in English or Arabic and hear stories and lesser-known facts behind iconic artifacts like Scribe Nefer’s statue, Ramses II’s monumental statues, and ancient tools.

  • See King Tutankhamun’s golden treasures up close — from his chariot to jewelry and everyday items that reveal the life of Egypt’s young pharaoh.

  • Take your visit up a notch with the GEM Discovery Challenge, where you’ll solve puzzles and uncover clues for a fun, interactive exploration with a chance to earn a souvenir.

  • Wander through the museum’s iconic spaces, including the Grand Hall, Hanging Obelisk, and stunning artifacts from prehistoric Egypt to the Roman Empire.

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$41
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Grand Egyptian Museum facade and Pyramids of Giza under a clear sky.

Combo (Save 8%): Giza Complex Skip-the-Line Entry + Grand Egyptian Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Explore two iconic Cairo experiences in one day with a single great-value combo ticket.
  • Skip-the-line entry at the Grand Egyptian Museum and see Tutankhamun’s treasures, royal statues, and artifacts spanning 7,000 years of history.
  • Go on a guided tour of Giza Complex with access to the exteriors of the Great Sphinx, with the option to upgrade to entry inside the Great Pyramid or Menkaure Pyramid.
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  • Explore two iconic Cairo experiences in one day with a single great-value combo ticket.
  • Skip-the-line entry at the Grand Egyptian Museum and see Tutankhamun’s treasures, royal statues, and artifacts spanning 7,000 years of history.
  • Go on a guided tour of Giza Complex with access to the exteriors of the Great Sphinx, with the option to upgrade to entry inside the Great Pyramid or Menkaure Pyramid.
from Original price$68
$62.70

8% off

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Nile cruise ship on the river with Egyptian museum interior and statues.

Combo (Save 10%): Grand Egyptian Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets + Nile Dinner Cruise

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  • Discover ancient wonders at the Grand Egyptian Museum with skip-the-line access, and unwind with a scenic Nile dinner cruise in the evening.
  • Enjoy fast-track entry and explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts at your own pace.
  • Sail for 2 hours along the Nile with onboard dinner, live belly dancing, tanoura shows, and stunning night views of Cairo’s illuminated skyline.
  • Get two iconic Cairo experiences in one – perfect for those short on time but big on adventure.
  • Pick from three cruise options to match your style. The 4-star Nile Crystal, 5-star Nile Pharaoh, or the premium Nile Maxim experience.
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  • Discover ancient wonders at the Grand Egyptian Museum with skip-the-line access, and unwind with a scenic Nile dinner cruise in the evening.
  • Enjoy fast-track entry and explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts at your own pace.
  • Sail for 2 hours along the Nile with onboard dinner, live belly dancing, tanoura shows, and stunning night views of Cairo’s illuminated skyline.
  • Get two iconic Cairo experiences in one – perfect for those short on time but big on adventure.
  • Pick from three cruise options to match your style. The 4-star Nile Crystal, 5-star Nile Pharaoh, or the premium Nile Maxim experience.
from Original price$76
$68.40

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Grand Egyptian Museum modern facade and Egyptian Museum entrance with sphinx statue.

Combo (Save 2%): GEM + Egyptian Museum of Antiquities Skip-the-Line Tickets

Explore at your pace

  • This combo ticket includes priority entry to both the Egyptian Museum and the Grand Egyptian Museum, giving you the ultimate journey through Egypt’s past and present discoveries.

  • Skip the line at the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore 12 galleries and see King Tutankhamun’s treasures, including his golden chariot, jewelry, and personal belongings, all displayed together for the first time.

  • Then, head to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to see ancient artifacts, royal statues, and mummies — including the Royal Mummy Room (optional) for a closer look at Egypt’s legendary rulers.

More details

  • This combo ticket includes priority entry to both the Egyptian Museum and the Grand Egyptian Museum, giving you the ultimate journey through Egypt’s past and present discoveries.

  • Skip the line at the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore 12 galleries and see King Tutankhamun’s treasures, including his golden chariot, jewelry, and personal belongings, all displayed together for the first time.

  • Then, head to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to see ancient artifacts, royal statues, and mummies — including the Royal Mummy Room (optional) for a closer look at Egypt’s legendary rulers.

from Original price$59
$58

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Prebook if your dates are fixed. At GEM, prebooked tickets or vouchers usually skip the on-site ticket purchase or collection line, but everyone still queues for metal detectors and bag scans.

About Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum stands out for combining a purpose-built archaeological museum with direct visual links to the Giza Plateau. Its galleries are arranged chronologically, some conservation labs can be seen through glass, and the building uses large glazed facades to frame the Pyramids. That mix of historical sequence, restoration work, and site context gives it a different feel from older Cairo museums.

AddressEl-Tahrir Square, Ismailia, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 4272083, Egypt
Also known asGEM
Year opened1902
Founded byMarcel Dourgnon
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

The full Tutankhamun collection at GEM is planned to include over 5,000 artifacts, bringing together objects from the tomb discovered in 1922 that were previously split between Tahrir displays and storage.

Why visit Egyptian Museum?

Monumental Grand Atrium with Ramses II

The main entrance atrium introduces the scale of the museum with monumental statues and large stone pieces. Official materials highlight colossal figures such as the statue of Ramses II, moved from Ramses Square, making the arrival sequence part of the visit rather than just a passage into the galleries.

Plan your visit

Main Visitor Entrance / Security Gate

Located by the museum's main access road near Al Remaya Square in Giza, this is the primary entrance for independent visitors and tour groups. Everyone passes through the outer security checkpoint here, including metal detectors and bag scanners, before reaching ticket control. Visitors buying on site may face a separate ticket purchase or collection queue, while prebooked ticket holders usually continue to validation after security. The entrance leads toward the grand atrium area. The museum is a large modern facility, and anecdotal reports suggest step-free access, but detailed published accessibility specifications for this entrance are currently unavailable.

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    Zamayengwayo M

    United Arab Emirates
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    3 weeks ago

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    Not having to wait in the queue and go straight in. Grand Museum is massive and even with a lot of people there is still space to move around.

    Combo: Giza Complex Skip-the-Line Entry + Grand Egyptian Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

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