We had to fit this visit in on way to airport so had bags and time constrained. First point flight bags can be left for a tip at the left luggage cabin which is inside the museum complex (bags need to go through security screening at main gate) but outside the museum building near the cafeteria. The museum itself is fab not least because it is still currently (Sept 23) housing the Tutankhamun treasures, although lots of other things to see when those get relocated to the new museum being completed late in 2023? on West Bank near Pyramids. We quickly realised that to make the most of our two hours we'd need a guide.We spoke to one of the security guards in the museum and he contacted a guide on our behalf who showed up within a few minutes. Our guide Osama see details in photo was great complete contrast to some of the scammers who set up as guides around these attractions. He spoke good English, gave us the context of what we were seeing, was genuinely knowledgeable and really focused us on the interesting and unusual things to see there, highly recommend him.

This was my third visit over many years and there is still something atmospheric about coming here. Clearly some items have been removed to be put in the Grand Egyptian Museum (opening January 2024...maybe) (GEM) but there are still may many items to see and wander around. As I am sure many commentators have said not everything is labeled and may be described as higgldly piggidly but that gives it the atmosphere it has had for many years. Imporatnt point for potential visitors, as of the date of this review, the Tutankamun face mask, his coffins and other items from his tomb are on display here and still astound. I suppose they will move to the GEM but currently here and not to be missed.

Visited on a excursion from Hurghada, this 100+ year old museum is just excellent. It took ages to get in, but it was worth the wait. Its not a very large museum compared to other major museums, but there are quite a lot of notable displays. The most notable display is everything to do with Tutankhamum which includes his mask, his coffin and notable artefacts from his tomb which are found on the upper floor in a small, dark, cramped room, in which you cannot take photos in unless you pay the security guard. Other notable displays include Statue of Djoser, Menkaure Triad Statue, Statue of Khafre, Statue of Mentuhotep II, Statue of Osiris, Statue of Rameses II, Colossal statuary group of Amenhotep III, Coffin of Akhenaten, Funerary Mask of Tuya, 2 famous Pyramidions, 2 Egyptian Mummies and many decorated coffins. There is so much too see and so much history behind each display. Its worth spending 2 hours in the actual museum. To get in is a very long waiting time as it is very popular with tourists and tour groups. However, this attraction just cannot be missed.

The Museum is currently in a state of flux, as some of the treasures have been transferred to the New Egyptian Museum of Civilisation with the mummies, whilst others are filed in the archives and will, no doubt, go to the new, modern museum adjacent to the Giza plateau and pyramids. Once the new museum opens and there has been sufficient time to organise the items and distribute them to their new homes for display, all will be wonderful. Tutankhamen’s glorious treasures and those of the lesser-known Psussennes are stunning and well worth the visit. However, there is far more to see than the gold and silver mummy cases, beautiful jewellery and other precious items. Areas containing priceless artefacts cannot be photographed, though many people tried. Security guards are ever vigilant! If interested in Egyptology, this is somewhere you would spend a couple of days in! Entry is 300 EGP (approximately £7 or $10 or €10) at the moment.

I arranged with Rimo tours for our driver to take us to the airport via the civilisation museum in Cairo . We had a wonderful driver, Mr Mohammad Radhi pick us up and drive us there, he was an excellent driver in a very clean new vehicle. He told us historical facts about buildings as we passed them , he spke greatvEnglish and was very knowledgeable and keen for us to know about the sites we saw. He waited with our bags while we visited this excellent museum , full of interesting artifacts from all over Egypt. The room of mummified bodies was vast and truly amazing. Mr Radhi colllexted us a planned and whisked us to the airport in good time . No hesitiations in commending him or the company , Rimo tours who he works for. As independant travellers itwas great to discover this company who became our ‘go to ‘ company for drivers whilst in Cairo/ Giza.

Despite the significant changes happening with exhibits given the new museums in Cairo, this is still the largest and best. A true old school museum. The amount of treasure is just overwhelming. Most tours do not allow sufficient time to investigate this great space. It really needs a full day at least. Ideally the new museum will be able to accommodate all the exhibits rather than have incomplete collections in 3 museums.

Per the recommendation of my hostel, I visited this museum, National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and of course, the Pyramids of Giza. Entrance fee here is 300 EGP or 10 US$. There are 2 Floors of Exhibits where huge Statues are located at the Ground Floor. On the Second Floor are exhibits of many Mummies, some dusty cabinets, etc. I spent about one hour here.

Wow so much crammed in to such a limited space! There are some absolutely amazing artefacts to come and see at the egyptian museum! There are two floors and rooms full of everything from real life mummies to the treasures of tutankamun (which you are NOT allowed to take pictures of btw)

Best than expected. We went with our guide of all our trip and he explained everything. Huge Museum and very well display The hits are at separe rooms The treasures of Tut are the top of the museum. They are going to be going to the new Museum in Giza

This museum is unlike any other with it's vast collection of artifacts from thousands of years ago. Everyone fights the crowds to view King Tut artifacts, but there is so much more. Be prepared for the crowds and you'll have a great time. The same applied to this visit as it was 10 years ago, but now many treasures have been moved to the new museum.