Egyptian Antiquities Museum
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The Egyptian Museum
Home to the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, The Egyptian Museum displays over 120,000 items, including the famous treasures of Tutankhamun.
Founded in 1902, the museum evolved from earlier efforts to preserve Egypt’s antiquities, reflecting 5,000 years of history. The building features early 20th-century architecture with unique pinkish domes. Significant items include gold funerary masks, mummies, and everyday objects.
Unforgettable Highlights
🏺 **Tutankhamun's Treasure:** An extensive collection of artifacts from the tomb of the young pharaoh.
🧿 **Royal Mummy Room:** Houses 11 mummies of distinguished pharaohs.
📜 **Ancient Artifacts:** A wide array of artifacts representing various aspects of ancient Egyptian life.
Access requires a paid ticket, making it ideal for tourists, families, and historians interested in ancient history.
Interesting Facts about Natural History MuseumEgyptian Antiquities Museum
Foundation History
Established in 1902, following earlier efforts to manage Egypt’s ancient artifacts.
Flood of Artifacts
The museum displays over 100,000 items, many from recent discoveries.
Security Measures
Enhanced security following thefts during the 2011 revolution resulted in alarm systems being installed.
Location
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Address
View mapMidan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building
Opening Hours
Friday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contact Information
Price
Adult: 200 EGP, Child: 100 EGP. Discounts for students and groups.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: 2–3 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (9:00 AM–11:00 AM) for fewer crowds.