Museums in Egypt
26 museums in Egypt.
Top museums in Egypt
Al-Gawhara Palace
Historic house, palace or castle
A chandelier weighing about a tonne, sent by King Louis-Philippe I of France, hangs in the audience hall where Muhammad Ali Pasha received his guests at Al-Gawhara Palace, also known as the Bijou...
Child Museum
A dome show tracing the history of science in Egypt is the centerpiece of the Child Museum, formally the Children's Civilization and Creativity Center (متحف الطفل بالقاهرة). This museum and cultural...
Coptic Museum
History museum
Discover the rich tapestry of Egypt's Coptic heritage at the Coptic Museum, a treasure trove of art and history nestled in the heart of Cairo. Established in 1908, this remarkable museum showcases an...
Egyptian Museum
Archaeology museum
Step into the wonders of ancient civilization at the Egyptian Museum, a treasure trove nestled in the heart of Cairo. Home to the world’s most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities, this...
Gayer-Anderson Museum
Art museum
One of the few examples of 17th-century domestic architecture still standing in Cairo, the Gayer-Anderson Museum (متحف جاير أندرسون) occupies a historic house beside the Mosque of Ahmad ibn Tulun in...
Grand Egyptian Museum
Archaeology museum
Welcome to the Grand Egyptian Museum, a breathtaking gateway to the wonders of ancient Egypt. Situated just a stone's throw away from the iconic Giza Pyramids, this architectural marvel is the...
Museum of Islamic Art
History museum
Nestled in the heart of Cairo, the Museum of Islamic Art stands as a beacon of cultural heritage, showcasing the richness and diversity of Islamic art and history. As you step inside, you are greeted...
Museums by city in Egypt
Egypt’s museum landscape stretches far beyond ancient artifacts, though archaeology remains at its core. In Cairo and Giza, visitors encounter collections linked to pharaonic history, royal residences, literature, and everyday life. Museums such as the Agricultural Museum, Ahmed Shawki Museum, and Al-Gawhara Palace show how varied the country’s cultural institutions can be. On Mooseum, travelers can explore these spaces more easily through digital tours and indoor maps.
Alexandria offers a different museum experience, shaped by the city’s Mediterranean history and cosmopolitan past. The Alexandria National Museum presents layers of local history, while the Alexandria Museum of Fine Arts and the Cavafy Museum highlight visual art and literary heritage. Bibliotheca Alexandrina adds another dimension, combining library, museum, and cultural center in one of Egypt’s most important contemporary institutions.
Families and first-time visitors will also find museums designed around learning and accessibility. The Child Museum in Cairo is a good example of how Egypt’s museum scene includes science, environment, and hands-on interpretation alongside historical collections. Whether you are planning a focused visit in the capital or building a broader itinerary across the country, Mooseum helps make Egypt’s museums easier to navigate and compare.
Map of museums in Egypt
Museums in Egypt: questions
- How many museums are there in Egypt?
- Mooseum lists 26 museums in Egypt. Cairo has the most, with 9.
- Which cities in Egypt have the most museums?
- Cairo (9), Alexandria (7) and Giza (7).
- What kinds of museums are in Egypt?
- Of the 14 whose type we know, the most common are archaeology museums (5), art museums (3), history museums (3) and historic houses, palaces and castles (2).
- Archaeology museums and historic collections that connect visitors with ancient Egypt, Greco-Roman heritage, and Islamic-era history
- Palace museums such as Al-Gawhara Palace that reveal royal life, decorative arts, and 19th-century state history
- Literary and house museums including Ahmed Shawki Museum and Cavafy Museum, linked to major writers in Cairo and Alexandria
- Art institutions in Alexandria that focus on Egyptian painting, sculpture, and modern visual culture
- Family-friendly museums like the Child Museum, where nature, science, and education are presented in interactive ways
- Museum opening hours in Egypt often shift during Ramadan, public holidays, and summer periods, so check the latest schedule before you go.
- In Cairo and Alexandria, allow extra travel time for traffic; using Mooseum to plan indoor navigation can help you make the most of shorter visits.
- Some museums accept cards, but cash is still useful for smaller ticket counters, lockers, or nearby transport.
- If you are visiting several sites in one day, start early, especially in warmer months, as midday heat can make moving between museums less comfortable.
All museums in Egypt
Every museum in Egypt listed on Mooseum. Search by name or type.
| Name | Type | Website | Links | Stats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
— | www.agrimuseum.gov.eg |  | — | |
— | www.ashawkymuseum.gov.eg | | — | |
Al-Gawhara PalaceA chandelier weighing about a tonne, sent by King Louis-Philippe I of France, hangs in the audience hall where Muhammad Ali Pasha received his guests at Al-Gawhara Palace, also known as the Bijou... | Historic house, palace or castle | www.egyptianmuseums.net/html/kasr_el-gawhara_or_jewel_palac.html | | — |
Art museum | www.alexandria.gov.eg/services/tourism/alextourism/museums/finearts_mus.html | | — | |
Archaeology museum | egymonuments.com/locations/details/AlexandriaNationalMuseum | | — | |
Historic house, palace or castle | www.bibalex.org/en | | — | |
— | hfc-worldwide.org/museums/cavafy-museum | | — | |
Child MuseumA dome show tracing the history of science in Egypt is the centerpiece of the Child Museum, formally the Children's Civilization and Creativity Center (متحف الطفل بالقاهرة). This museum and cultural... | — | www.childmuseum.net | | — |
Coptic MuseumDiscover the rich tapestry of Egypt's Coptic heritage at the Coptic Museum, a treasure trove of art and history nestled in the heart of Cairo. Established in 1908, this remarkable museum showcases an... | History museum | egymonuments.gov.eg/ar/museums/the-coptic-museum | | — |
Egyptian MuseumStep into the wonders of ancient civilization at the Egyptian Museum, a treasure trove nestled in the heart of Cairo. Home to the world’s most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities, this... | Archaeology museum | egymonuments.com/ar/locations/details/EgyptianMuseum | | — |
Gayer-Anderson MuseumOne of the few examples of 17th-century domestic architecture still standing in Cairo, the Gayer-Anderson Museum (متحف جاير أندرسون) occupies a historic house beside the Mosque of Ahmad ibn Tulun in... | Art museum | egymonuments.gov.eg/ar/museums/gayer-anderson-museum | | — |
— | www.moc.gov.eg/ar/affiliates-list/%D9%81%D9%86%D9%88%D9%86-%D8%AA%D8%B4%D9%83%D9%8A%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A9/%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%81%D9%86-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B5%D8%B1%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AD%D8%AF%D9%8A%D8%AB | | — | |
Zoo or aquarium | www.gizazoo-eg.com | | — | |
— | egymonuments.gov.eg/ar/museums/graeco-roman-museum | | — | |
Grand Egyptian MuseumWelcome to the Grand Egyptian Museum, a breathtaking gateway to the wonders of ancient Egypt. Situated just a stone's throw away from the iconic Giza Pyramids, this architectural marvel is the... | Archaeology museum | www.gem.gov.eg | | — |
Archaeology museum | web.archive.org/web/20180309171831/http://www.sca-egypt.org/eng/MUS_Imhotep_Museum.htm | | — | |
— | www.nubianmuseum.com | | — | |
Archaeology museum | egymonuments.com/ar/locations/details/LuxorMuseum | | — | |
History museum | egymonuments.gov.eg/ar/museums/manial-palace-museum | | — | |
— | egymonuments.gov.eg/en/museums/mummification-museum | | — | |
Museum of Islamic ArtNestled in the heart of Cairo, the Museum of Islamic Art stands as a beacon of cultural heritage, showcasing the richness and diversity of Islamic art and history. As you step inside, you are greeted... | History museum | www.miaegypt.org | | — |
— | nmec.gov.eg | | — | |
— | medicine.cu.edu.eg/index.php/en/about/39-history/122-kasr-el-aini-museum | | — | |
Art museum | egymonuments.com/locations/details/RoyalJewelleryMuseum | | — | |
— | sadat.bibalex.org | | — |