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Giza Pyramid Complex

HistoryClosed · Opens 8amFrom £700Giza (Metro Line 2, then taxi ~20 min)

Le Giza Pyramid Complex se dresse aux portes du désert Occidental, dominant Le Caire, et constitue le site archéologique le plus emblématique d'Égypte. Édifié sous la IVe dynastie de l'Ancien Empire (vers 2613–2494 av. J.-C.), le complexe s'organise autour de trois pyramides monumentales : la Grande Pyramide de Khéops (146,5 m à l'origine, la structure la plus haute du monde durant 3 800 ans), la Pyramide de Khéphren (143,5 m, dont le sommet conserve encore une partie de son parement de calcaire d'origine), et la plus modeste Pyramide de Mykérinos (65 m). Le Grand Sphinx, taillé dans la roche mère avec un corps de lion et une tête humaine, veille sur l'accès oriental du site. Autour des pyramides principales se trouvent des pyramides de reines plus petites, des tombeaux mastabas appartenant à des nobles, des temples funéraires et temples de la vallée, des chaussées processionnelles, ainsi que les vestiges d'un village d'ouvriers. Le site fait partie du patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO au titre de Memphis et sa nécropole, inscrit en 1979. Les visiteurs peuvent explorer le plateau, accéder à l'intérieur de certaines pyramides (par rotation) et découvrir le Sphinx ainsi que les temples qui l'entourent.

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt

Nearest station: Giza (Metro Line 2, then taxi ~20 min), Grand Egyptian Museum (2 km)

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Hours

Mon08:00–16:00
Tue08:00–16:00
Wed08:00–16:00
ThuToday08:00–16:00
Fri08:00–16:00
Sat08:00–16:00
Sun08:00–16:00

Admission

From £700

Student: 350 EGP. Great Pyramid (Khufu) interior: 1,500 EGP extra. Khafre/Menkaure interior: ~280 EGP extra (subject to rotation — only 2 of 3 open at a time). Solar Boat Museum closed — boat moved to GEM. Card-only payment.

Accessibility

Visitor centre is wheelchair accessible with ramps. Paved approach roads and accessible viewing areas near pyramids and Sphinx. Pyramid interiors are NOT accessible — steep, narrow passages. Plateau terrain is uneven and sandy. Half-price entry for disabled visitors. Sound and Light Show has wheelchair ramp with front-row access.

Nearby

Grand Egyptian Museum

History28 min walk

Museum of Modern Egyptian Art

Art136 min walk

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

History140 min walk

Egyptian Museum

History150 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Giza Pyramid Complex cost?
Standard adult admission to Giza Pyramid Complex is £700. Student: 350 EGP. Great Pyramid (Khufu) interior: 1,500 EGP extra. Khafre/Menkaure interior: ~280 EGP extra (subject to rotation — only 2 of 3 open at a time). Solar Boat Museum closed — boat moved to GEM. Card-only payment.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Giza Pyramid Complex?
Giza Pyramid Complex is open Daily 08:00–16:00. Last entry approximately one hour before close.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Giza Pyramid Complex?
Giza Pyramid Complex is located at Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt, in the Giza area of Cairo. The nearest stations are Giza (Metro Line 2, then taxi ~20 min), Grand Egyptian Museum (2 km).
What can I see at Giza Pyramid Complex?
La dernière merveille du monde antique encore debout — trois pyramides monumentales, le Grand Sphinx et une vaste nécropole aux portes du désert Occidental.
Do I need to book Giza Pyramid Complex 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 Giza Pyramid Complex?
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 Giza Pyramid Complex accessible?
Visitor centre is wheelchair accessible with ramps. Paved approach roads and accessible viewing areas near pyramids and Sphinx. Pyramid interiors are NOT accessible — steep, narrow passages. Plateau terrain is uneven and sandy. Half-price entry for disabled visitors. Sound and Light Show has wheelchair ramp with front-row access.

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