The Grand Egyptian Museum is one of Cairo’s essential cultural experiences. Understanding its timed-ticket system before your visit helps you avoid booking the wrong category or arriving outside your entry window.

What Ticket Types Are Available?

What Does Admission Include?

According to the official ticket portal, admission currently includes access to:

• Tutankhamun Galleries
• Main Galleries
• Grand Hall and Ramses II colossus
• Grand Staircase
• Khufu’s Boats Museum
• Commercial area and exterior gardens

How Much Do GEM Tickets Cost?

Prices depend on the selected visitor category, nationality or residency status, age, date and ticket type. Because rates can change, select your visit date on the official portal to see the current amount before payment.

Do not select the expatriate rate if you are visiting Egypt as a tourist. The official portal states that this category is for foreign residents of Egypt and requires proof of residency.

How to Book Online

Current Opening Hours

Last admission is one hour before the galleries close. Recheck the official portal before visiting because holiday, Ramadan and event schedules may differ.

How Does Timed Entry Work?

Your chosen time is the period during which you may enter. The official portal clarifies that the entry window does not determine how long you can remain inside, although you must leave by closing time.

Important Ticket Rules

• Tickets are valid only for the selected date and entry time.
• Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Each ticket allows one entry only.
• Re-entry is not permitted after leaving.
• The name and ticket category should match valid identification.
• Incorrect visitor categories can be rejected at entry.

Discounts and Free Admission

Children under six, visitors with disabilities, eligible tour guides and ICOM members are among the categories listed for free admission, subject to official conditions. Other Egyptian student, academic and professional categories may qualify on certain days.

How Long Should You Spend at GEM?

Photography Rules

Personal, non-commercial photography is generally permitted, subject to gallery-specific restrictions. Flash, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones, external lighting and live streaming are prohibited. Some areas of the Tutankhamun Galleries may restrict photography.

Bags and Visitor Rules

Large bags, luggage and parcels exceeding 40 × 40 cm are not permitted inside and must be stored in the designated area. Outside food and drinks are prohibited, although small water bottles may be allowed in accordance with gallery rules.

Essential Booking Tips

• Book early for weekends, holidays and peak travel periods.
• Confirm the correct nationality or residency category.
• Use the name shown on your identification.
• Save the ticket and QR code offline.
• Arrive before the beginning of your entry window.
• Allow time for transport and security checks.
• Combine GEM with the Giza Pyramids only if you are comfortable with a long sightseeing day.

Frequently Asked Questions