The world is set to witness a historic moment as Egypt officially opens the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Described as the largest archaeological museum complex ever built, GEM combines architectural brilliance and advanced display technologies, offering visitors a journey through 7,000 years of Egyptian civilization.
According to Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the museum will welcome the public starting Tuesday, November 4, 2025, following the official inauguration ceremony.
🔹 Ticket Prices for 2025:
Egyptian adults: 200 EGP
Egyptian students/children/seniors: 100 EGP
Arab and foreign adults: 1200 EGP
Arab and foreign residents (adults): 600 EGP
Arab and foreign students/children: 600 EGP
Arab and foreign residents (students/children): 300 EGP
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly also declared Saturday, November 1, 2025, a national paid holiday, marking the celebration of this long-awaited global event.
🔹 Visiting Information:
Public opening date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Online booking available through the official museum website
Guided tours available in multiple languages for international visitors
🗺️ How to Get to the Grand Egyptian Museum:
1. By Public Transport (Microbus):
From Tahrir Square or Abdel Moneim Riyad, take a microbus to Giza Square.
From Giza, transfer to another microbus heading toward Al-Haram or Mesh’al Station.
The museum is about 5 minutes away from there.
Estimated travel time: 30–40 minutes, cost: 15–20 EGP.
2. By Metro:
Take Line 2 (Shubra El-Kheima – El-Mounib) and get off at Giza Station.
From there, take a microbus or taxi to Al-Haram or Mesh’al Station.
Follow the signs to the Grand Egyptian Museum near Nazlet El-Samman.
Total trip time: about 35 minutes.
The museum’s opening marks a new era for cultural tourism in Egypt, with immersive exhibitions, 3D halls, and family-friendly zones that promise an unforgettable experience for visitors worldwide.
