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Museum · Modern
The Egyptian Museum, Tahrir
The museum that taught generations how to see ancient Egypt
Since opening in 1902, the Tahrir museum has become part of Egyptology’s own history. Although the Tutankhamun collection has moved to the Grand Egyptian Museum, its halls still hold exceptional objects spanning ancient Egyptian history.
About this place
The Egyptian Museum opened in Tahrir Square in 1902 in a building designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon. One of the Middle East’s earliest archaeological museums, it holds major works from Predynastic Egypt through the Graeco-Roman period, including the treasures of Yuya and Thuya, the Tanis finds and famous royal sculpture.
Objects are displayed more densely than at the Grand Egyptian Museum, so go in with a few priorities rather than trying to read every label.
It is a different experience from GEM: a historic museum building filled with collections that shaped the public memory of Egyptology for more than a century.
Visitor information
- Opening hours
- Sunday — 09:00 – 17:00
Monday — 09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday — 09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday — 09:00 – 17:00
Thursday — 09:00 – 17:00
Friday — 09:00 – 17:00
Saturday — 09:00 – 17:00 - Payment
- Card
- Amenities
- Toilets · Parking · Guides
| Tickets | Price | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Egyptian | 30 | 2026-09-06 |
| Egyptian student | 10 | 2026-09-06 |
| Foreign | 550 | 2026-09-06 |
| Foreign student | 275 | 2026-09-06 |
Highlights
- The treasures of Yuya and Thuya
- Tanis royal treasures
- The Narmer Palette and Old Kingdom royal sculpture
Tips from the visit
- Begin on the ground floor with monumental sculpture, then move upstairs.
- Sadat metro station brings you directly to Tahrir Square.
- Allow two to three hours.
Worth knowing
- The ticket office closes at 4:00 PM.
- The principal Tutankhamun collection has moved to the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Location & getting there
Meret Street, Tahrir Square, Downtown Cairo
Nearest landmark: ميدان التحرير
Nearest metro: السادات
Take Metro Line 1 or 2 to Sadat station and exit into Tahrir Square; the museum entrance is near Meret Street.
30.0478, 31.2336
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