Pyramid of Giza Tickets
Explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx in Cairo. Dive deep into Egypt's ancient history and architectural wonders.
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Save time with skip-the-line access to explore the Pyramids of Giza Complex without waiting in queues.
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Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure, and see their massive limestone blocks up close.
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Get an up-close view of the Great Sphinx, an iconic statue with a lion’s body and a pharaoh’s face, believed to be over 4,500 years old.
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Upgrade for an exclusive chance to enter the Great Pyramid of Khufu, where you’ll navigate ancient passageways leading to the King’s Chamber.
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Explore the vast Giza Plateau at your own pace and take stunning photos of the pyramids against the backdrop of the desert.
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Save time with skip-the-line access to explore the Pyramids of Giza Complex without waiting in queues.
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Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure, and see their massive limestone blocks up close.
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Get an up-close view of the Great Sphinx, an iconic statue with a lion’s body and a pharaoh’s face, believed to be over 4,500 years old.
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Upgrade for an exclusive chance to enter the Great Pyramid of Khufu, where you’ll navigate ancient passageways leading to the King’s Chamber.
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Explore the vast Giza Plateau at your own pace and take stunning photos of the pyramids against the backdrop of the desert.
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Skip-the-line access to Egypt’s most iconic sites—the Saqqara Complex, Memphis, and Dahshur.
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Get fast-track entry to the Saqqara Complex, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s first stone pyramid.
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Upgrade your ticket to go inside the Step Pyramid, where you can explore its underground chambers and passageways, a rare experience inside Egypt’s oldest pyramid.
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Opt for an all-inclusive pass and get priority entry to Saqqara, Memphis, Dahshur and the Giza Complex. Ideal if you’re planning to hit these spots in a single day.
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See the oldest stone pyramid at Saqqara, the statue of Ramses II, and the Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis, as well as Dahshur’s Red Pyramid, all with priority access.
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Skip-the-line access to Egypt’s most iconic sites—the Saqqara Complex, Memphis, and Dahshur.
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Get fast-track entry to the Saqqara Complex, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s first stone pyramid.
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Upgrade your ticket to go inside the Step Pyramid, where you can explore its underground chambers and passageways, a rare experience inside Egypt’s oldest pyramid.
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Opt for an all-inclusive pass and get priority entry to Saqqara, Memphis, Dahshur and the Giza Complex. Ideal if you’re planning to hit these spots in a single day.
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See the oldest stone pyramid at Saqqara, the statue of Ramses II, and the Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis, as well as Dahshur’s Red Pyramid, all with priority access.
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No waiting, straight inside. Skip the long ticket queues and head directly into the pyramid(s) of your choice.
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Step inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Walk through its narrow corridors and reach the King’s Chamber, a rare look inside Egypt’s largest pyramid.
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Upgrade to explore more. Visit the Queen’s Pyramid, a smaller but historically significant royal tomb, or enter the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, the oldest pyramid in Egypt.
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See the pyramids from a whole new perspective. While most visitors only admire them from the outside, you’ll walk through ancient passageways built for pharaohs.
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This ticket includes entry to the Giza complex and inside the Great Pyramid.
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No waiting, straight inside. Skip the long ticket queues and head directly into the pyramid(s) of your choice.
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Step inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Walk through its narrow corridors and reach the King’s Chamber, a rare look inside Egypt’s largest pyramid.
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Upgrade to explore more. Visit the Queen’s Pyramid, a smaller but historically significant royal tomb, or enter the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, the oldest pyramid in Egypt.
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See the pyramids from a whole new perspective. While most visitors only admire them from the outside, you’ll walk through ancient passageways built for pharaohs.
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This ticket includes entry to the Giza complex and inside the Great Pyramid.
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Step into ancient Egypt and experience a mesmerizing journey through time with the Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids, bringing the rich Egyptian legacy back to life.
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Discover the secrets of how the Great Pyramids were built and marvel at the enigmatic Sphinx, standing as an eternal guardian.
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Listen as the Sphinx itself narrates the tales of legendary pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, revealing their incredible stories.
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Enjoy the show in your preferred language, with a choice of 10 different languages available for visitors.
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Easily check the schedule, timing, and book your Giza Pyramids tickets online for a seamless experience.
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Step into ancient Egypt and experience a mesmerizing journey through time with the Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids, bringing the rich Egyptian legacy back to life.
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Discover the secrets of how the Great Pyramids were built and marvel at the enigmatic Sphinx, standing as an eternal guardian.
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Listen as the Sphinx itself narrates the tales of legendary pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, revealing their incredible stories.
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Enjoy the show in your preferred language, with a choice of 10 different languages available for visitors.
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Easily check the schedule, timing, and book your Giza Pyramids tickets online for a seamless experience.
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Explore the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis on a full-day guided tour with an expert Egyptologist.
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Choose between a shared or private tour—opt for a small group experience or a personalized private group tour at your own pace.
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Upgrade your experience with entry tickets to Giza Plateau, Saqqara, and Memphis for a hassle-free visit.
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Enjoy a 30-minute camel ride across the Giza Plateau (available in select variants) for stunning desert views.
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Upgrade to a ticket with the option for a shared professional photographer to capture your day at the pyramids.
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Visit top ancient landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara.
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included in an air-conditioned vehicle, with pick-ups starting at 8:00 AM for a seamless, stress-free experience.
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Savor a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant, with vegetarian options available.
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Tours available in Arabic, English, French, and German to ensure a comfortable experience for all travelers.
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Explore the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis on a full-day guided tour with an expert Egyptologist.
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Choose between a shared or private tour—opt for a small group experience or a personalized private group tour at your own pace.
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Upgrade your experience with entry tickets to Giza Plateau, Saqqara, and Memphis for a hassle-free visit.
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Enjoy a 30-minute camel ride across the Giza Plateau (available in select variants) for stunning desert views.
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Upgrade to a ticket with the option for a shared professional photographer to capture your day at the pyramids.
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Visit top ancient landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara.
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included in an air-conditioned vehicle, with pick-ups starting at 8:00 AM for a seamless, stress-free experience.
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Savor a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant, with vegetarian options available.
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Tours available in Arabic, English, French, and German to ensure a comfortable experience for all travelers.
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Get the best value with one combo ticket granting skip-the-line access to the Grand Egyptian Museum and the legendary Pyramids of Giza.
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Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers eager to explore ancient wonders and cutting-edge exhibits without long waits.
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The Grand Egyptian Museum is just a 15-minute drive from the Pyramids, making it easy to visit both iconic sites in one trip.
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Guests typically explore the Pyramids in 2-3 hours and the museum in 3-4 hours. You can visit both in one day or choose different dates.
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Fun fact: The Pyramids of Giza were once pure white. Their smooth limestone casing reflected the sun, earning them the name "White Pyramids" in ancient times.
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Get the best value with one combo ticket granting skip-the-line access to the Grand Egyptian Museum and the legendary Pyramids of Giza.
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Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers eager to explore ancient wonders and cutting-edge exhibits without long waits.
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The Grand Egyptian Museum is just a 15-minute drive from the Pyramids, making it easy to visit both iconic sites in one trip.
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Guests typically explore the Pyramids in 2-3 hours and the museum in 3-4 hours. You can visit both in one day or choose different dates.
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Fun fact: The Pyramids of Giza were once pure white. Their smooth limestone casing reflected the sun, earning them the name "White Pyramids" in ancient times.
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Enjoy the best of Cairo on this guided day tour of the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the ancient necropolis of Dahshur.
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Explore the Giza complex and get comfortable round-trip transfers along with a local lunch.
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Visit the Saqqara Necropolis to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest major stone structure, enclosed by a 1645-meter‑long paneled limestone wall.
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Upgrade your ticket to include entry to all the sites visited, including the Great Pyramid.
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Fun Fact: The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one that has survived.
More details
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Enjoy the best of Cairo on this guided day tour of the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the ancient necropolis of Dahshur.
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Explore the Giza complex and get comfortable round-trip transfers along with a local lunch.
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Visit the Saqqara Necropolis to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest major stone structure, enclosed by a 1645-meter‑long paneled limestone wall.
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Upgrade your ticket to include entry to all the sites visited, including the Great Pyramid.
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Fun Fact: The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one that has survived.
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Get awestruck by the grandeur of the Great Pyramid of Giza, the last surviving member of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, on this day-long tour.
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Listen to your expert guide share tales, like how the Great Sphinx was once brightly painted in comic book colors, before savoring a delicious BBQ lunch at a local restaurant.
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The Egyptian Museum features Tutankhamun's tomb, unearthed in 1922 with over 6,000 well-preserved artifacts, showcasing pharaonic wealth and spirituality.
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Enhance your tour with optional entrance fees to all attractions, ensuring a customizable and comprehensive exploration of Egypt's architectural marvels.
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Fun fact: Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings held 5,000 treasures, including canopic jars and footwear with enemies painted on the soles!
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Get awestruck by the grandeur of the Great Pyramid of Giza, the last surviving member of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, on this day-long tour.
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Listen to your expert guide share tales, like how the Great Sphinx was once brightly painted in comic book colors, before savoring a delicious BBQ lunch at a local restaurant.
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The Egyptian Museum features Tutankhamun's tomb, unearthed in 1922 with over 6,000 well-preserved artifacts, showcasing pharaonic wealth and spirituality.
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Enhance your tour with optional entrance fees to all attractions, ensuring a customizable and comprehensive exploration of Egypt's architectural marvels.
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Fun fact: Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings held 5,000 treasures, including canopic jars and footwear with enemies painted on the soles!
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Experience a personalized adventure with a dedicated tour guide, allowing you to explore at your own pace and ask questions. Travel in comfort with private transportation provided.
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Discover the legendary Giza Plateau (around 16,000 hectares), home to the iconic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Learn about their fascinating construction and unique architectural features.
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Step into history at the Valley Temple, where ancient rituals and ceremonies took place as part of the pharaoh’s journey to the afterlife.
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Stand before the majestic Sphinx, a mythical guardian with a lion's body and a pharaoh's face, believed to be Khafre. Uncover the mysteries and theories surrounding its origins and purpose.
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Enjoy a peaceful felucca ride along the Nile River, taking in stunning views of Cairo from the water while learning about the river’s essential role in Egyptian history and culture. Your tour guide will be with you throughout the experience.
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Experience a personalized adventure with a dedicated tour guide, allowing you to explore at your own pace and ask questions. Travel in comfort with private transportation provided.
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Discover the legendary Giza Plateau (around 16,000 hectares), home to the iconic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Learn about their fascinating construction and unique architectural features.
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Step into history at the Valley Temple, where ancient rituals and ceremonies took place as part of the pharaoh’s journey to the afterlife.
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Stand before the majestic Sphinx, a mythical guardian with a lion's body and a pharaoh's face, believed to be Khafre. Uncover the mysteries and theories surrounding its origins and purpose.
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Enjoy a peaceful felucca ride along the Nile River, taking in stunning views of Cairo from the water while learning about the river’s essential role in Egyptian history and culture. Your tour guide will be with you throughout the experience.
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About Pyramid of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza, comprising the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. These monumental structures were built during the Old Kingdom period in ancient Egypt to bury their Pharaohs. The inside of these pyramids are lined with intricate passageways and hieroglyphics to guide the Pharaoh’s soul into the afterlife. In the present day, the pyramids continue to draw visitors from around the world to marvel at their architectural ingenuity and timeless grandeur.
Alignment with the stars: One of the most intriguing aspects of the Pyramids of Giza is their alignment with celestial bodies. The sides of the Great Pyramid are aligned with the cardinal points of the compass. It is also believed that the Pyramid of Khufu functioned as an astronomical observatory, with certain passages and chambers aligning with specific stars and constellations.
Architectural precision: Despite being constructed around 4500 years ago, the Pyramids of Giza were built with such accuracy that there are near to no gaps between the stones. Visitors and researchers continue to be awed at how the ancient Egyptian craftsmen built these towering structures with the simplest tools.
Built by excellent craftsmen: Despite popular misconceptions, researchers have confirmed that the Pyramids were not entirely built by slaves, but several skilled architects and government officials were involved in their construction. These workers were compensated for their efforts. The exact techniques employed to transport the stones up the structure remain a mystery among archaeologists.
Symbolism and purpose: The Pyramids of Giza served as royal tombs for the Pharaohs of the Fourth Dynasty. The elaborate burial chambers within the pyramids were filled with treasures and artifacts meant to accompany the Pharaohs in the afterlife. The Great Pyramids are also surrounded by the tombs of nobles and officials, reflecting the hierarchical structure of ancient Egyptian society.
Ongoing research: Despite having been extensively picked apart and studied for decades, the Pyramids of Giza continue to reveal new insights and discoveries. The archaeologists are still discovering inner burial chambers, and hidden passageways, and re-interpreting the hieroglyphics on the walls to better understand the hymns and spells used to guide the Pharaohs into the afterlife.
Why visit Pyramid of Giza?
Highlights
The Great Pyramid of Khufu
Constructed around 2560 BCE, the Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis. Originally built at 14.6 meters, the structure has been eroded over the centuries. However, it is an architectural marvel that continues to captivate visitors.
The Pyramid of Khafre
Built for Pharaoh Khafre, this pyramid is slightly smaller than the Great Pyramid of Khufu, standing at 136.4 meters. It retains some of its original casing stones at the apex, giving off the illusion of a shimmering top. It is rumored that there were more casing stones on its surface, but they have eroded over the decades.
The Pyramid of Menkaure
Standing at around 65.5 meters, the Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest of the three Great Pyramids. The upper portion is covered with granite casing stones, most of which are intact in the present day. It is one of the most well-preserved tombs in the Giza Necropolis.
The Great Sphinx
Carved from limestone, the Great Sphinx is situated near the Pyramid of Khafre and features the body of a lion with a human head. While it is viewed as a guard of the Giza Necropolis, its original purpose is still debated among historians.
The Queen’s Pyramids
Adjacent to the bigger Pyramids, these smaller structures served as tombs for the queens and royal consorts of the pharaohs. Despite their smaller size, they exhibit fine craftsmanship and elaborate burial chambers.
Burial chambers
Located within the pyramids, these chambers served as the final resting places for the pharaohs. They were adorned with treasures and artifacts meant to accompany the deceased in the afterlife.
Solar Barque Museum
As its name suggests, the Solar Barque Museum houses the reconstructed solar barque, a boat believed to have been used by the pharaohs for their journey through the afterlife. This museum provides further insights into ancient Egyptian burial customs and beliefs to enhance your knowledge of ancient Egyptian society.
Worker’s Village
Situated near the Pyramids, this settlement housed the laborers and craftsmen responsible for the construction of the pyramids. On excavating this area and surrounding tombs, historians and archaeologists have revealed evidence of housing, workshops, and communal areas.
Valley Temples
The Valley Temples are located near the Nile River and once served as the entrance to the Great Pyramids. It is believed that these temples were originally used for the purification and embalming rituals of the deceased Pharaohs.
Mortuary Temples
Situated adjacent to the Great Pyramids, these temples were dedicated to the deceased pharaohs and served as centers for funerary rites and offerings. They were elaborately decorated and featured grand courtyards and halls.
Plan your visit
Great Pyramid entrance
This is one of the main entrances to the Pyramids of Giza, situated to the north of the Pyramid of Khufu. You can walk to this entrance from Al Haram Road near the Marriot Mena House Hotel. This entrance is usually less busy.
The Great Sphinx entrance
The second entrance is situated to the east of the Giza Plateau, in front of the Great Sphinx. There are numerous shops and restaurants near this entrance. If you want to arrive for the Light and Sound Show in the evening, you can directly enter through this gate.
- The Light and Sound Show starts at 7 pm during the winter months (October to March) and 7:30 pm during the summer months (April to September).
- The Pyramids of Giza are open during Ramadan, generally until 8:30 pm. Their timings may differ during this period.
There are restrooms situated throughout the Giza Necropolis complex for your convenience.
There are no cafes or restaurants inside the Pyramid complex. However, you can grab a bite from any of the local cafes and restaurants situated right outside the Giza complex.
You can purchase postcards, scarves, and other trinkets from the shops outside the Giza Necropolis.
The Pyramids of Giza are partly accessible to visitors in wheelchairs. While they can stroll up to the entrance of the Great Pyramids, they cannot explore the excavation sites or go inside the chambers.
You can bring your pets to the Giza Necropolis, however, you have to keep a close eye on them, so that they do not stray too far away or enter the inner chambers of the Pyramids.
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