Anticipating a trip to the splendid Grand Egyptian Museum
Grand Egyptian Museum's Official Opening Delayed to November 2025
The Grand Egyptian Museum, a significant tourist attraction located in Cairo, Egypt, will officially open its exhibitions on November 1, 2025. This date was confirmed by Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and government sources as of August 2025 [1][2][3][5].
Originally scheduled to open on July 3rd, the museum's opening was postponed due to geopolitical events [1][3]. Despite the delay, visitors can now look forward to experiencing the full, official experience of the museum—including the major highlights of Tutankhamun’s treasures and the Solar Boat—starting November 1, 2025.
The Grand Egyptian Museum, situated near the Giza pyramids, covers nearly 500,000 square meters and houses around 57,000 artifacts [1]. Although a partial opening around July 2025 included some exhibits such as the Tutankhamun collection and Khufu's Boat Museum [4], the full official public opening with all exhibitions is set for November 1, 2025.
Visitors can enter the Grand Egyptian Museum independently by purchasing tickets online. The museum accepts foreign bank cards for online ticket purchases. The ticket price for adults is 1230 Egyptian pounds (approximately 2000 rubles), while children pay half the adult price [1].
The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities of the Arab Republic of Egypt is awaiting the official go-ahead from the head of state for the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum. They have confirmed that everything is ready for the official ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum [6]. The commercial zone and external gardens of the museum are accessible to visitors.
The Grand Egyptian Museum remains a significant tourist attraction in Cairo, Egypt, despite the postponement of its official opening. Russian tourists often visit the museum as part of an excursion from Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh. The museum houses a vast collection of Egyptian artifacts, including those not yet displayed due to the closure of certain galleries [1].
References: [1] Al-Ahram, 2025. "Grand Egyptian Museum to open in November 2025." Al-Ahram Online. Accessed August 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.alahram.org.eg/News/156241.aspx [2] Egypt Independent, 2025. "Grand Egyptian Museum to open in November 2025." Egypt Independent. Accessed August 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.egyptindependent.com/news/grand-egyptian-museum-to-open-in-november-2025 [3] Reuters, 2025. "Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum postpones opening until November." Reuters. Accessed August 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/egypts-grand-egyptian-museum-postpones-opening-until-november-2025-08-01/ [4] The Cairo Post, 2025. "Grand Egyptian Museum to hold soft opening in July." The Cairo Post. Accessed August 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.thecairopost.com/2025/06/01/grand-egyptian-museum-to-hold-soft-opening-in-july/ [5] Ahram Online, 2025. "Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum to open on November 1, 2025." Ahram Online. Accessed August 2025. [Online]. Available: https://english.ahram.org.eg/News/2025/8/362776.aspx [6] Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, 2025. "Grand Egyptian Museum." Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. Accessed August 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.egypt-tourism.gov.eg/en/museums/grand-egyptian-museum/
- With the delay of the Grand Egyptian Museum's official opening to November 2025, travel enthusiasts planning a trip to Cairo, Egypt, now have an exciting new destination to add to their lifestyle itineraries, showcasing the majestic Tutankhamun’s treasures and the Solar Boat among other historical artifacts.
- After the postponement of the museum's opening, travelers can embrace a unique travel experience by visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum, which stands near the Giza pyramids, when it is officially opened to the public in November 2025, offering a glimpse into the rich Egyptian history and lifestyle.
