The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

About

A must-visit for anyone interested in Egyptology, located in Downtown Cairo.

Why go

• See some real life freaking mummies
• Journey through egypt's history
• History comes alive

Must try

• Royal mummies hall
• See 22 royal mummies
• Fifteen hundred year old leather tent
• Ancient egyptian tent made out of leather
• Astrological clock

Pro tips

• Allow ~6 hours
• Plan visits during the daytime
• Visit during weekdays for fewer crowds
• Photography prohibited in mummy chambers
• Reserve online or on site

Good to know

• Photos and videos not allowed in the hall

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (28526 reviews)

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