The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is open for visitors to explore the world’s largest museum dedicated to ancient Egyptian civilization from prehistory to the end of the Greek and Roman periods. Costing $1.2bn (£910m; €1.1bn), the museum complex is expected to attract up to 8m visitors a year.
The museum includes the Tutankhamun Galleries, Main Galleries, Grand Hall, Grand Stairs, Khufu’s Boats Museum, commercial area, and exterior gardens, offering an unparalleled journey through Egypt’s ancient heritage and modern design.
Opening Hours:
Daily except Saturdays and Wednesdays
GEM Complex: 8:30 AM – 7 PM
Galleries: 9 AM – 6 PM
Last ticket purchase: 5 PM
Starting 4 November: Saturday and Wednesday
GEM Complex: 8:30 AM – 10 PM
Galleries: 9 AM – 9 PM
Last ticket purchase: 8 PM
More information: https://visit-gem.com/en/home
