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Grand Egyptian Museum
Archaeological museum in Giza, Egypt
About Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum is a national archaeological museum in Giza, Egypt. Dedicated to Egyptian civilization and its culture, society, and artifacts, the GEM is the largest museum in the world for a single civilization. Located about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) from the Giza Pyramid complex, the museum houses a collection of Egyptian artifacts from various periods of Egyptian civilization, from the Predynastic Period to Late antiquity. There are an estimated total of over 100,000 artifacts, including at least 20,000 that were displayed for the first time ever, such as the complete King Tutankhamun collection comprising 5,398 pieces, on display in a 7,500 m2 (81,000 ft2) section of the museum.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: October – April
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Grand Egyptian Museum
Where is Grand Egyptian Museum?
Grand Egyptian Museum is in Egypt. The nearest city is Giza, about 9 km away.
When is the best time to visit Grand Egyptian Museum?
The most comfortable months to visit Grand Egyptian Museum are October – April: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Grand Egyptian Museum?
Yes. The 3-day Cairo plan is about 13 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Grand Egyptian Museum?
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