Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)
Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)
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The tomb of King Tut was discovered in the Valley of the Kings in 1922 by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon.
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- KDJEROSaint Charles, Missouri759 contributionsWorld Famous TombHow do you go to the Valley of the Kings in Egypt and not pay the extra admission to see the most famous tomb in history?!? Yes, it's small, but if it had been huge and he had been famous, someone would have found the tomb and looted it long ago. A very special place for that reason alone.Visited March 2023Written April 4, 2023
- SonomaNutSonoma, California1,151 contributionsNot to miss experienceYou don’t need this review to understand why King Tut is a must see. Well worth your time after seeing the many numerous documentaries. I would never recommend this elsewhere but ask the chamber guard to take a few pictures for you. After spending days, and years inside they have some unique photo shoots. Just ask.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 15, 2023
- NeilSchierAdelaide, Australia204 contributionsTutankhamunLots of steps leading down to the tomb. Many people and quite hot. The king is back in his tomb and his mummified body lies for all to see. Beautiful and colourful paintings adorn the walls. The guard took my camera for some personal photos (for a fee of course). Happy to give a tip for these awesome pictures. A truly wonderful place to visit. One of our bucket list experiences. Definitely a must do for both of us.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 30, 2023
- RazorfishLittle Rock, Arkansas3,866 contributionsKing Tut’s tomb is much smaller than the other tombs but a must seeKing Tut’s tomb is an extra fee in the Valley of the Kings, but it is a must see. It is smaller than the other tombs and was not looted like many of the others. The king’s mummified body is displayed under glass in the tomb. The other objects found by Howard Carter in 1922 are located in museums in Cairo. The King Tut story is fascinating and after seeing his death mask in Cairo, viewing his tomb helps to complete everything.Visited December 2022Traveled as a coupleWritten November 21, 2023
- betteskidBoston, Massachusetts1,355 contributionsThe extra ticket for this tomb is worthwhileThis tomb is an added ticket when you visit the Valley of the Kings but it is worth it. Given the mystery surrounding it and its late discovery, the excitement of actually seeing it was special for us. We loved the paintings in the burial chamber and the history of the discovery was also interesting.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten February 26, 2024
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KarenAzinger
Portland132 contributions
Feb 2020
If you want to see King Tut's tomb you will have to pay extra, E100 or about US$6. Compared to the other tombs, Tut's is shockingly small, only two small chambers. His mummy, without any gold finery, is still here in a glass case as it is too fragile to move to Cairo. The paintings on the burial chamber walls are beautiful, but compared to the other tombs in the Valley of the Kings, Tut's tomb is shockingly small. But for US$6, I am glad we saw it. Worth seeing it as an extra tomb, but see the others first, as they are much more impressive and beautiful. The rules just changed, so you are allowed to take photos with your cellphone.
Written March 19, 2020
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WImom
Fond du Lac, WI2,342 contributions
Dec 2019
This is an absolute must see! There is an extra charge to see this tomb as it is not among the ones that you can choose for your three choices. Cell phone photos are allowed. This tomb was the last tomb that was discovered, in the year 1922. It contained all the fabulous treasures which are now housed at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and a few in the Luxor Museum. His mummy is in the tomb in its gilded wooden coffin and you are allowed to take cell phone photos of the mummy. The burial chamber walls are highly decorated but small in comparison to the other tombs in the valley.
Written November 24, 2020
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Gail Goldman
Hartsdale, NY1,109 contributions
Feb 2020
To come all the way to Egypt, visit the exhibition in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and then get to the Valley of the Kings in Luxor and not see his tomb and mummy would have been a shame. You must pay an extra fee for admission to this tomb but, let's face it, Tut is one of the most famous Pharaohs.
It is a small tomb with impressive paintings and colors.
Also got great photos.
It is a small tomb with impressive paintings and colors.
Also got great photos.
Written April 30, 2020
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Josh B
Lafayette, IN447 contributions
May 2021 • Family
As of June 2021, most of the King Tut treasures are upstairs at the Egyptian Museum (to be moved to the Grand Egyptian Museum when it is completed). But this tomb is a great addition to your Tut experience—you’ll see how small it was to still be crammed with so much treasure, and you’ll see the actual mummy and one of the sarcophagi is still there. There’s also some vivid painting on the walls. It’s a quick visit, but for us it was worth the price. And if you want MORE Tut, the new Hurghada Museum also has a case of incredibly pristine Tut artifacts.
Written July 2, 2021
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Keez_87
Aqaba, Jordan5 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
The history surrounding King Tut is one we all know, though visiting the tomb is not worth it.
You pay extra on top of an already booked tour or tickets to The Kings Valley, not to mention that you can not have guides enter with you.
There is multiple tombs in the area that are as or more impressive.
You pay extra on top of an already booked tour or tickets to The Kings Valley, not to mention that you can not have guides enter with you.
There is multiple tombs in the area that are as or more impressive.
Written November 25, 2022
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David Adhikary
Dhaka City, Bangladesh114 contributions
Apr 2021 • Solo
You need to pay extra 300 LE Egyptian Pound (20 USD) to enter and meet Mr. Tut. But trust me it is totally worthy. This is a chance of a life time to meet a King 3500 years old.
Written April 11, 2021
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betteskid
Boston, MA1,355 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This tomb is an added ticket when you visit the Valley of the Kings but it is worth it. Given the mystery surrounding it and its late discovery, the excitement of actually seeing it was special for us. We loved the paintings in the burial chamber and the history of the discovery was also interesting.
Written February 26, 2024
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Razorfish
Little Rock, AR3,866 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
King Tut’s tomb is an extra fee in the Valley of the Kings, but it is a must see. It is smaller than the other tombs and was not looted like many of the others. The king’s mummified body is displayed under glass in the tomb. The other objects found by Howard Carter in 1922 are located in museums in Cairo. The King Tut story is fascinating and after seeing his death mask in Cairo, viewing his tomb helps to complete everything.
Written November 21, 2023
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NeilSchier
Adelaide, Australia204 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Lots of steps leading down to the tomb. Many people and quite hot. The king is back in his tomb and his mummified body lies for all to see. Beautiful and colourful paintings adorn the walls. The guard took my camera for some personal photos (for a fee of course). Happy to give a tip for these awesome pictures. A truly wonderful place to visit. One of our bucket list experiences. Definitely a must do for both of us.
Written October 1, 2023
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Frank A
Indio, CA109 contributions
Jan 2020
This one is famous and everybody wants to see King Tuts MUMMY. But the crowds really diminish the experience. It was so crowded and hot with so many people in the tomb, it was hard to see everything. They even have a team to take you up to VK, just like Disneyland...
Written January 26, 2020
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CharlesB
Fort Lauderdale, FL2 contributions
Can I bring in a small stand up scooter (2 wheel) as a mobility aid?
Can you pay tomb entrance fees in US dollars?
Mohamed T
Cairo, Egypt155 contributions
Yes. USD is accepted
belmontvilla
Manchester, UK4 contributions
how can i buy tickets for tutankhamun's tomb in advance. Mary
767shaz43
London, UK85 contributions
The tickets for my tour group were purchased in advance by the tour guide. Otherwise, I am unsure how they can be bought in advance independently.
Hi, could anyone tell me where I can either book a day trip to valley of the kings including entry into tutankhamum tomb or how to prebook entry to tutankhamums tomb please? Thank you in advance.
Timothy H
Rio Rancho, NM336 contributions
Hi, We were there in Late Jan, 2019 and King Tut was open, but you must purchase an extra fee ticket. Very reasonable!! There were no lines to enter any of the tombs, as tourism is still quite down for Egypt. Do not think advance purchase would be necessary. We did the three tombs on the standard ticket, plus King Tut and Ramses between 8:00 AM & 12:00 PM. Tomb photography is regulated, so be sure you understand the rules. They will physically escort you out of a tomb for violations!
how many English pounds is it?
pauldelazzari
Melbourne, Australia23 contributions
Answers to all of the questions below,there were no tickets for cameras inside the valley of the kings, photography is forbidden there.
no pets are you crazy???,
if u r tipping your guide do it at the end of your tour, do it discreetly inside a handshake, how much is your call, we gave our guide 100USD only because he took us to more places than what was on our tour, we had private tours not in groups, just us two and our guide and the driver, much better service this way, stay at the Luxor resort and spa, it has the best views and the best facilities in Luxor, be4st time of year is if u go go in January as it is winter there, about 25 degrees celcius,
marydreher23
2 contributions
Is this historical site pet friendly ? Can I bring my dog on a leash? yes or no ? any tips for traveling with pet dog to Egypt
Andrea T
Northumberland, UK20 contributions
no
may1259
Shanghai, China23 contributions
How much is the entrance fee to go inside Tutankhamun tomb? Is it worth it? Thank you. Please reply ASAP departing in a few days
KENPHOTO74
Townsville, Australia195 contributions
Tuts tomb is not included in any other packages for entry to the Valley of the Kings. It is only about US $3 extra for Tut's tomb, but $10 extra on top of that if you want to pay off the guard to take a photo within the tomb.
Mary S
Fitchburg, MA2 contributions
if you take a tour ...what to tip guide and also driver?
Resurgam20
Dorset, UK170 contributions
It really depends on the arrangements for your trip; we pre-booked and pre-paid for all our visits through a local agent and this included a guide - I went as part of a group of about 30, so the numbers were significantly different, but it was full-on for about 5 whole days - at the end we contributed to whip-rounds for the coach driver, the guide and the two tourist police who had travelled with us extensively in Cairo at all hours of the day and night. At the Valley of the Kings it was fairly free to move around and I don't recall loads of hawkers once you were 'inside the gates' - there is an embargo on cameras and photos here though, but you are free to enter the tombs that are open (not all are open on the same day and you may find only one or two of the 'important' ones open, so it can be pot luck) - but there are good photos of all the tombs in the shop and they are reasonably priced - there are also hawker stalls outside with a wide range of 'products' on offer and available for barter. There was a door man on the tomb entrances with a bowl and some change or a small note (Baksheesh) is always appreciated - it's not long before you realise that the whole economy runs on back-handers and wheel-oiling at many levels -it's a fact of life in Egypt, so go with the flow, but don't over-splash the cash.
Sumita S
Kolkata (Calcutta), India1 contribution
What is the best place to stay to get to see Tutankhamun and King of valley. Which side of Luxor?
CocoaBerkshire
Crowthorne, UK447 contributions
I agree with BusyBee and suggest the East Bank. We were on a ship moored on the East Bank and it was very easy to cross the Nile and taxis were obviously very keen to take people to The Valley of the Kings. Agree a price first and I would think you have to ask them to wait for you, but I am not sure. Taxi should not be expensive by anybody's standard. Would suggest you go as early in the morning as you can as it will get very hot. Take water. You cannot take photographs, best leave camera in your hotel if that is the only place you are going to. Let me know if you have any more questions as I would be pleased to help if I can.
lukwhushere6969
New Delhi, India
How much is the ticket for the entry to the tomb. And do people go to the original tomb or they go to the replica one more.
Bryan C
Amble, UK26 contributions
It cost 100 EP per adult (under £10) and you see the actual mummy as it was damaged when they tried to remove it , so they left it partially covered and you see one of the secondary casks (the gold cask is in Cairo ) but not much else to see in the tomb as all the fame was due to it being the only tomb uncovered totally in tact as it was below a previous kings tomb , ps the guard in the tomb will pester you for money to take picture as they're not allowed !!!!!!
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