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Museum of Islamic Art

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

1881ean sortu zen eta 1903an aldatu zen bere egungo egoitzara, berariaz eraikitako neo-mamluk estiloko eraikin batera; Museum of Islamic Art munduko bilduma islamikorik handienetako bat da. Guztira 100.000 pieza baino gehiagoko bildumatik, 4.500 objektu inguru erakusten dira 25 aretotan, bi solairutan banatuta. Bildumak 7. mendeko Umayyad dynasty garaitik 19. mendeko Ottoman Empire garaira arte hedatzen dira, eta artean landutako egurra, zeramika, metalezko lanak, beira, kristala, ehunak eta zilarrezko tintaz idatzitako Koran eskuizkribu bakanak biltzen dituzte. Pieza aipagarrienen artean, garai mamlukeko Ka'ba giltza eta idazkera kufiko zaharrez apaindutako ehunak nabarmentzen dira. 2014ko urtarrilean, gertuko poliziaren egoitza xede zuen auto-bonba batek larriki kaltetu zuen museoa; zaharberritze lan sakon baten ondoren, 2017an ireki zen berriro.

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?
Munduko arte islamikoko bildumarik handienetako bat, 13 mendetako historia hartzen duena, Bab al-Khalq square plazako neo-mamluk estiloko eraikin bikainean.
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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