Museums

Grand Egyptian Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

4.8/5(1,551)

Angus G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Lets get the good things out in the open. Tickets worked perfectly and the BEST time to go is before the hordes are taken through in waves by flag waving guides. The building is futistic and modern but the staircase is pretty inaccessible to the infirm and many of the statues are not named. There is plenty of space around each exhibit. The boat reconstruction was probably the most interesting. And the bad.... well, terrible signage with far too many assumptions. There is no clear flow of time and little or no information on how, when or where exhibits were found. The moving staircase is horrid with sudden change to elevation, particularly on down sections. The shop is poor value with ghastly, tacky souvenirs and overpriced books Would I visit again? Yes, again first thing. Would I engage a guide? No. Totally unnecessary for anyone with an interest in history. Save your money for a guide to the Pyramids and choose as small a group as possible

Risa F

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

I was captivated by the splendor of the Tutankhamun exhibit; each individual item was presented in a way that made it easy to imagine what life was like in ancient times, which was excellent. The video presentations between the display areas were also impressive. As a Japanese visitor, I was particularly pleased to find the explanatory text provided in Japanese.

Ahmad K

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

The museum is beautiful huge 2 hours are not even enough, must be flagged that a tour guide is a must because other than that people would just wander around losing time and effort, it could take up to 4 hours, tot ankh amon's room is beautiful unreal.

El M

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

A wonderful visit, the museum was sensational in every way. The cleanliness, the spaciousness, and the layout of the various exhibits give the museum an extraordinary dimension. Thank you.

Peter H

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Skip-the- Line-Tickets are the way to go. We turned up 15min early and simply joined the entry line, showed our QR code and we were in this avoiding the large line at the ticket office.

Ana V

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We were lucky that our guide spoke perfect Spanish, and his explanations were very clear. Alí was very kind and answered and clarified all of our questions. Thank you very much.

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.

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

Upgrade to include a local Egyptian lunch or 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.

Skip-the-line entry to the Grand Egyptian Museum

Access to all main galleries

Access to Tutankhamun’s galleries

Access to King Khufu's Boat

Round-trip hotel transfers (based on option selected)

Guided tour in English or Arabic (based on selected option)

Traditional Egyptian lunch (based on option selected)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Ahmad K
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
The museum is beautiful huge 2 hours are not even enough, must be flagged that a tour guide is a must because other than that people would just wander around losing time and effort, it could take up to 4 hours, tot ankh amon's room is beautiful unreal.
El M
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A wonderful visit, the museum was sensational in every way. The cleanliness, the spaciousness, and the layout of the various exhibits give the museum an extraordinary dimension. Thank you.
Peter H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Skip-the- Line-Tickets are the way to go. We turned up 15min early and simply joined the entry line, showed our QR code and we were in this avoiding the large line at the ticket office.
Judy Y
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Seeing the sheer scale of the GEM and not having our excitement spoiled by having to stand in line waiting for a ticket!
Angus G
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Lets get the good things out in the open. Tickets worked perfectly and the BEST time to go is before the hordes are taken through in waves by flag waving guides. The building is futistic and modern but the staircase is pretty inaccessible to the infirm and many of the statues are not named. There is plenty of space around each exhibit. The boat reconstruction was probably the most interesting. And the bad.... well, terrible signage with far too many assumptions. There is no clear flow of time and little or no information on how, when or where exhibits were found. The moving staircase is horrid with sudden change to elevation, particularly on down sections. The shop is poor value with ghastly, tacky souvenirs and overpriced books Would I visit again? Yes, again first thing. Would I engage a guide? No. Totally unnecessary for anyone with an interest in history. Save your money for a guide to the Pyramids and choose as small a group as possible

Explore ancient Egypt’s treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum, with skip-the-line entry and access to the main galleries, Tutankhamun’s collection, and King Khufu’s Boat.

Getting started

Arrive at the Grand Egyptian Museum and present your ticket at the designated entrance. With skip-the-line entry, you can bypass the regular ticket queue and proceed to the required security checks. If you’ve selected a guided tour, meet your guide at the confirmed meeting point before beginning your visit. Hotel transfers and a traditional Egyptian lunch are available with selected options.

What to expect

Follow Egypt’s history through the museum’s main galleries, from early civilizations to the era of the pharaohs. The displays bring together monumental sculptures, everyday objects, and artifacts that reveal how ancient Egyptians lived, ruled, and worshipped.

Walk through the main galleries: Explore 12 galleries showcasing artifacts from different periods of ancient Egyptian history.

See Tutankhamun’s treasures: Visit the dedicated galleries displaying objects associated with the young pharaoh, offering a closer look at his life and burial.

Admire the Grand Staircase: View monumental statues and ancient artifacts displayed along the staircase leading through the museum.

Visit King Khufu’s Boat: See the historic vessel associated with Pharaoh Khufu, one of the key highlights of the museum collection.

Choose a guided experience: If your ticket includes a guided tour in English or Arabic, learn more about the artifacts and their historical significance from your guide.

Wrapping up

Take your time exploring the galleries before leaving the museum. If you selected hotel transfers, your return journey will be arranged according to your booking.

What to bring

ID and tickets: Have your ID and entry tickets ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food and beverages: Bringing outside food and drinks into the museum is not permitted.

Photography equipment: Drones, selfie sticks, and tripods are not allowed.

Flash photography: Flash photography is prohibited inside the museum.

Live streaming: Live streaming is not permitted inside the museum.

Commercial photography: Commercial use of photos and videos requires prior written permission.

Accessibility

Wheelchair and stroller access: This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

GEM Complex hours (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday): 8:30am to 7pm.

Gallery hours (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday): 9am to 6pm. Last ticket purchase is at 5pm.

GEM Complex hours (Wednesday and Saturday): 8:30am to 10pm.

Gallery hours (Wednesday and Saturday): 9am to 9pm. Last ticket purchase is at 8pm.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.