Know What You're Paying
Before You Arrive in Egypt
Our free calculator estimates admission costs across Egypt's most visited museums and heritage sites. Read expert tips for first-time visitors and download our practical PDF planning guides.
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Egypt Museum Visitor Reference Table
A reference overview of Egypt's major museums. All prices and hours are indicative only — verify with each official venue before travelling.
| Museum / Site | Location | Adult Price (ref.)* | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
⛩️ Grand Egyptian Museum |
Giza, near the Pyramids | from E£350 Foreign visitor rate |
Tutankhamun Gallery, Grand Staircase, 100,000+ artefacts |
🏺 Egyptian Museum, Tahrir |
Tahrir Square, Cairo | from E£200 Foreign visitor rate |
Royal Mummies Hall, Tutankhamun originals, Old Kingdom pieces |
👑 Valley of the Kings |
West Bank, Luxor | from E£240 Covers 3 tombs |
Royal tombs, Ramesses VI, KV62 available separately |
🌅 Luxor Museum |
Corniche, Luxor | from E£160 Foreign visitor rate |
New Kingdom statuary, Karnak cache, Thutmose III |
📜 Karnak Temple |
East Bank, Luxor | from E£180 Foreign visitor rate |
Hypostyle Hall, Sacred Lake, Avenue of Sphinxes |
⚱️ Nubian Museum, Aswan |
Aswan | from E£100 Foreign visitor rate |
Nubian civilisation, rescued antiquities, outdoor garden |
* All prices are indicative reference figures based on publicly available data. Foreign and Egyptian national pricing differs at all sites. Always verify current rates on official websites before your visit.
Egypt Museum Budget Calculator
Select your group composition and the sites you plan to visit. The calculator produces a rough reference estimate — not a quote. Real prices may differ. Always check with each venue directly.
Budget Estimator — Indicative Figures Only
⚠️ These are indicative figures only. Prices change frequently. CairoVisitGuide does not sell tickets. Verify current admission costs with each museum directly before travelling.
What Every First-Time Visitor Should Know
Egypt's museums are among the world's greatest — but the experience is far richer with the right preparation. These are the essentials.
Independent Visitor Planning Guides
Each guide is researched and written independently — practical, honest, and designed to help you visit Egypt's museums with confidence and deeper understanding.
A thorough budgeting workbook for all six major museums and sites. Printable planning sheets, per-category cost breakdowns, and practical advice on managing your travel budget effectively.
- Per-site cost sheets by visitor category
- Cairo and Luxor day-trip budget templates
- What to budget beyond admission fees
- Budget comparison for different visit styles
The most comprehensive planning resource for visitors making their first trip to Egypt's museums. Written by experienced travellers with deep knowledge of the sites — no fluff, just practical guidance.
- 50 actionable tips from experienced visitors
- How to self-navigate each major museum
- Timing strategies and what to prioritise
- Cultural context and etiquette guidance
Built specifically for families visiting Egypt with children. Covers everything from age-appropriate budget planning to child-friendly exhibit highlights and practical pacing advice for a long day at the sites.
- Family budget calculator by age and site
- Best exhibits for children at each museum
- Rest-break planning and pacing tips
- Multi-day family itinerary templates
Get your planning guide
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