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Egyptian Museum (Tahrir)

The historic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square holds one of the world's largest collections of ancient Egyptian antiquities, from statues to papyri and coffins.

Where
Cairo, Egypt
Time needed
2 hours
Best time to go
Oct–Apr
💡 Tip: A guide helps a lot here; the collection is large and densely displayed.

About Cairo

Egypt's vast capital on the Nile is the gateway to the Pyramids of Giza and thousands of years of history. Its markets, mosques and museums make it a fascinating, busy city.

More to see in Cairo

LandmarkGreat Pyramids of Giza2–3 hours
LandmarkGreat Sphinx of Giza1 hour
MuseumGrand Egyptian Museum2–3 hours
MuseumNational Museum of Egyptian Civilization1.5–2 hours
LandmarkCairo Citadel1.5–2 hours
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