Ancient history at its best, The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities boasts a collection notable for its standout pieces and, with a total of around 120,000 pieces, for its depth. First timers will want to see the Gold Mask of Tutankhamen, the young ruler's funerary mask, discovered in 1925 and perhaps the most iconic of the museum's artifacts. The ground floor displays a wealth of coins and papyrus fragments, while up on the first floor you'll find most of the findings from the Valley of the Kings. Put The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities into our Cairo day trip planning app to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Cairo.
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The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities reviews
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It was orderly yet crowded. One could spend several days there. There was not rush to view the room devoted to King Tutankhamen collection of treasures.
It was orderly yet crowded. One could spend several days there. There was not rush to view the room devoted to King Tutankhamen collection of treasures. more »
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Well worth a visit. Go early before the tour buses arrive. The lighting was poor but the extensive collection makes it a necessary stop.
Well worth a visit. Go early before the tour buses arrive. The lighting was poor but the extensive collection makes it a necessary stop. more »
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A very interesting museum. We really enjoyed. You need to walk at least 4 hours. Several floors, the exhibits are breathtaking! The opportunity to touch such ancient history is fascinating. On the territory of the museum there is a cafe, a souvenir shop, a toilet. Adequate entry price
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I don’t know if there are audio guides on the museum and that might change the experience. I went with our tour guide, from a Egypt tour. He explained some of the main pieces, but only like 30min, and then we walked by ourselves. There are some signs in there for you to read but too little. So maybe if you get a audio guide it is better. It is a bit hot inside, but they are constructing the new one ☺️ It has great treasures, like Tutankhamen treasures and golden mask, many mummies and many many coffins and falses doors. It is a must see without any doubts! It is probably a better experience with an audio guide
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