Groot Egyptisch Museum

The GEM itself is, I think, one of the wonders of the new world; the area reserved for Tutankhamun is the wonder of wonders, suffice it to say that at closing time the guards came to usher us outside because we just couldn't leave. Meticulously curated in every detail, it is almost impossible to describe; it must be seen, enveloped in a captivating atmosphere, and is a continuous wonder where gold reigns supreme, from the sumptuousness of the sequence of sarcophagi with the final sarcophagus weighing 110 kg of solid gold to the 11 kg of the funerary mask... in short, the over 5000 jewels deserve a visit, and what a visit it is. And this only pertains to the part of the museum dedicated to Tutankhamun... which, with its 7500 square meters, covers a portion of the approximately 500,000 square meters of the entire museum, so let us enjoy it at a leisurely pace.

We arranged to visit now that the Tutankhamun Galleries have been opened. This is a magnificent museum. It has a spacious entry hall which is in fact not enclosed on two sides and permits a through draft. It includes a large statue of Rameses II. The main galleries are accessed by a travelator which takes visitors to the top of the building, where they move across to the galleries and then follow them down in 'date order'. The exhibits are blessed with helpful information panels and are spread out to avoid overcrowding ( for the most part). The Tutankhamun items (especially his funeral mask) unsurprisingly attract the most attention but there is an abundance of other outstanding exhibits. It is worth booking a guided tour to see the principal exhibits and to understand the layout of the museum. Time can then be devoted to following the numbered galleries at your own pace. There are a number of food outlets. For a quick bite to eat, the small '30 North' met our needs. We booked tickets for two days, and filled our time without difficulty. The adjacent Boat Museum is also well worth visiting. There are some retail outlets, but we were disappointed at the limited number of postcards for sale.

Fantastic place to visit. Such a beautiful building. We spent about 5 hours just strolling through the museum's different exhibits. So much to see. Incredible artifacts and statues. Be aware of your surroundings, there are a few tripping hazards in some areas of the museum. Highly recommend visiting this place.

This is ridiculously overpriced. I paid £32 for a 20 minute (£4 worth) private ride to the museum, not knowing that it didn’t include admission fees. I assumed it did because of what appeared on my printed itinerary. Anyway, I do not recommend. Book a taxi to the new parking space of the museum and pay for the entrance tickets.

The Grand Egyptian Museum is breathtaking from the moment you step inside. The architecture is stunning, the spaces are beautifully designed, and that you have views of the Giza Pyramids make the experience even more magical. The highlight for me was seeing the complete treasures of Tutankhamun. The exhibits are well-lit, and informative without being overwhelming. It does get very crowded and you must wait for your chance to see up close. This museum perfectly blends ancient history with a modern presentation. We did have a guided tour which, in my opinion made it even more informative.

Why don't all web sites alert visitors that TICKETS MUST BE BOOKED ONLINE? We arrived only to learn that we should have booked tickets ahead. So we connected via the museum's free wifi and scanned the QR code. Then we filled out all the information and entered our payment card details but then the cards were rejected... not sure why. We tried 2 cards, both with correct travel itinerary details. Really disappointed that we couldn't get in today. Wish we knew ahead and could have the hotel help me.

It was mind blowing how extensive it is. You probably need a couple of days to see and read everything. A must visit if you are short on time is the wing with all of King Tut’s treasures. The museum is very nice and clean and has great bathroom facilities. The gift shop is a good place to get gifts and souvenirs at a reasonable price.

Located at the foot of the Giza Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), officially inaugurated in November 2025, is now the largest archaeological complex in the world dedicated to a single civilization. This architectural masterpiece is distinguished by its triangular alabaster façade that aligns perfectly with the axes of the pyramids of Cheops and Mykerinos. Inside, one is greeted by a very imposing Ramses II. I advise you to book your tickets in advance on the museum’s website because the place is saturated with visitors. The museum has a shopping gallery with many restaurants. Allow at least one day of sightseeing with or without a guide.

It was very much to behold. It is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance. If you buy locally, you have to wait in line. You can enjoy the history of Egypt. I need half a day. In the case of personal travel, you must have the ride-hailing app (uber) installed before you can leave.

A huge museum (at the time of my visit the part on Tutankhamun was not yet open) that really deserves to be visited, the objects are very well presented and everything is very well structured according to historical periods. It is complementary I would say to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Be careful the museum is located far from everything on the outskirts of the city, make sure you can return to your hotel with enough cash to pay a private driver or an Uber driver if you did not come on an organized excursion.