Egyptian Museum in Turin — FAQ

What is the Egyptian Museum in Turin?
The Museo Egizio in Turin is the world’s oldest Egyptian museum and, after Cairo, holds the most important collection of Egyptian antiquities — mummies, statues, papyri and the intact tomb of Kha — a world-class highlight.
Is the Turin Egyptian Museum worth visiting?
Absolutely — second only to Cairo, the Museo Egizio is one of the world’s great museums, with astonishing mummies, statues and tombs; a guided tour helps make sense of its vast, remarkable collection.
Should I book the Egyptian Museum in advance?
Yes — the Museo Egizio is hugely popular and queues form, so pre-book a timed ticket or a guided tour, especially at weekends and in busy periods.