Why it matters
The Grand Egyptian Museum opened officially on 1 November 2025 after years of construction, on the edge of the Giza plateau. It brings together collections from across Egypt in one purpose-built building, with large windows that frame the pyramids in the distance.
What to see
- The atrium. A colossal statue of Ramesses II greets you at the entrance hall.
- The Grand Staircase. Statues, stelae and architectural fragments line the climb, arranged by theme and period.
- The Tutankhamun galleries. The boy king’s tomb treasures are displayed together, including the items that were previously split between locations.
- The pharaonic timeline galleries. A chronological route from the earliest dynasties through the Graeco-Roman period.
Planning notes
- Book timed tickets in advance and check current opening hours before you travel, as these have changed since opening.
- The museum is large. Choose the Staircase, Tutankhamun and one period gallery rather than trying to see everything.
- Private evening or early-access visits are offered by some operators; availability and terms change, so we confirm them for your dates.
- Allow time for the restaurants and terraces with pyramid views.
How we plan it
We usually place the museum on your first or last day in Cairo, with your Egyptologist guiding the key galleries and leaving you time to wander.