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Museum of Islamic Art

ArtHistoryOpen until 5pmFrom £340Mohamed Naguib (Metro, ~850m)

Fundat el 1881 i traslladat el 1903 a l'actual edifici neomamelucà construït expressament per acollir-lo, el Museum of Islamic Art conserva una de les col·leccions d'art islàmic més extenses del món. Al voltant de 4.500 objectes es mostren en 25 sales repartides en dues plantes, seleccionats d'un fons total que supera les 100.000 peces. Les col·leccions abracen des de la dinastia omeia del segle VII fins a l'Imperi otomà del segle XIX, i inclouen fusta tallada amb gran finesa, ceràmica, metall, vidre, cristall, teixits i rars manuscrits alcorànics amb cal·ligrafia en tinta d'argent. Entre les peces destacades hi ha una clau de la Kaaba de l'època mameluca i teixits amb antigues inscripcions cúfiques. El gener de 2014, un cotxe bomba dirigit contra una comissaria de policia propera va malmetre greument el museu; després d'una àmplia restauració, va reobrir les portes el 2017.

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Port Said Street, Bab al-Khalq Square, Cairo 11638, Egypt

Nearest station: Mohamed Naguib (Metro, ~850m), Attaba (Metro, ~1.8 km)

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Hours

Mon09:00–17:00
Tue09:00–17:00
Wed09:00–17:00
ThuToday09:00–17:00
Fri09:00–17:00
Sat09:00–17:00
Sun09:00–17:00

Admission

From £340

Student: 170 EGP. Free for seniors 60+, disabled visitors, and children under 6.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access via side entrance (main entrance has steps). Elevator and accessible toilets available. Braille labels and sign language services offered. Limited disabled parking in forecourt (advance registration required).

Nearby

Egyptian Museum

History23 min walk

Museum of Modern Egyptian Art

Art34 min walk

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

History50 min walk

Giza Pyramid Complex

History166 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museum of Islamic Art cost?
Standard adult admission to Museum of Islamic Art is £340. Student: 170 EGP. Free for seniors 60+, disabled visitors, and children under 6.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Museum of Islamic Art?
Museum of Islamic Art is open Daily 9:00–17:00, Fri closed 11:30–13:30. Last ticket 16:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museum of Islamic Art?
Museum of Islamic Art is located at Port Said Street, Bab al-Khalq Square, Cairo 11638, Egypt, in the Bab al-Khalq, Downtown Cairo area of Cairo. The nearest stations are Mohamed Naguib (Metro, ~850m), Attaba (Metro, ~1.8 km).
What can I see at Museum of Islamic Art?
Una de les col·leccions d'art islàmic més grans del món, que abasta 13 segles en un emblemàtic edifici neomamelucà a la plaça Bab al-Khalq.
Do I need to book Museum of Islamic Art in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Museum of Islamic Art?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Museum of Islamic Art accessible?
Wheelchair access via side entrance (main entrance has steps). Elevator and accessible toilets available. Braille labels and sign language services offered. Limited disabled parking in forecourt (advance registration required).

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