What do the Beni Hassan Tombs entry tickets include?

Your entry ticket grants admission to the Beni Hassan archaeological site, allowing access to the four main rock-cut tombs open to the public. These tombs feature well-preserved murals depicting daily life and funerary practices from the Middle Kingdom period.

What is not included with the Beni Hassan Tombs entry ticket?

The entry ticket does not include transportation to the site, any guided services, or access to areas not designated for public viewing. Food, beverages, and personal expenses are also not covered.

What are the opening hours for the Beni Hassan Tombs?

Opening hours for the Beni Hassan Tombs typically vary by season. It is advisable to check the official site's current schedule or arrive early in the morning to ensure sufficient time for your visit.

What is the best time to visit the Beni Hassan Tombs?

The best time to visit the Beni Hassan Tombs is during the cooler morning hours, shortly after opening, or in the late afternoon. This avoids the midday heat and larger crowds, offering a more comfortable experience.

What is the photography policy at Beni Hassan Tombs?

Photography rules at the Beni Hassan Tombs can vary, particularly regarding flash photography inside the tombs. We recommend checking the specific regulations posted at the entrance or inquiring with site staff upon arrival.

Is there a dress code for visiting the Beni Hassan Tombs?

While there is no strict dress code, we recommend modest attire out of respect for the cultural significance of the site. Comfortable walking shoes are also advisable, as there is some walking involved on uneven surfaces.

Are the Beni Hassan Tombs accessible for visitors with mobility concerns?

Access to the Beni Hassan Tombs involves climbing a steep path up the cliff face and navigating uneven terrain inside the tombs. Visitors with significant mobility concerns may find access challenging.

How do I get to the Beni Hassan Tombs?

The Beni Hassan Tombs are located on the east bank of the Nile, south of Minya. Visitors typically reach the site by taxi or private car from Minya, often involving a short ferry crossing of the Nile.

Are there any age restrictions or specific policies for children?

There are no specific age restrictions for visiting the Beni Hassan Tombs. Children are welcome, but parents should be aware of the steep path and uneven surfaces, which may require supervision.

Which specific tombs can I enter with this ticket?

Your ticket typically grants access to the four most significant tombs open to the public: those of Khnumhotep II, Amenemhat, Khety, and Baqet III. These offer the best examples of Middle Kingdom tomb decoration.

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Beni Hassan Tombs Entry Ticket

Name: Beni Hassan Tombs Entry Ticket
SKU: TKT-NIL-219072
Availability: InStock
Author: Khaled Mansour

At a glance

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The short answer

Beni Hassan Tombs Entry Ticket is a 1 day admission covering the Middle Kingdom rock-cut tombs near Minya in the Nile region, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.

Archaeology & history
Cultural

Snapshot

Good to know

Destinations: Nile

Best time to go

The most comfortable months are generally October to April, when daytime temperatures in Middle Egypt are milder and outdoor walking is easier. Summer can be very hot, so early morning is usually the best time to visit. During Ramadan and major public holidays, opening hours and visitor flow may change, so checking before travel is recommended.

02Overview

A first look

High above a bend in the Nile in Middle Egypt, a row of rock-cut doorways opens onto some of the most vivid painting to survive from the Middle Kingdom. The tombs of Beni Hassan belong to provincial governors, and their walls burst with daily life — most famously hundreds of paired wrestlers worked out move by move in the tombs of Baqet and Kheti, alongside hunters, weavers, and Nile boats.

Your entry ticket is emailed as a PDF in advance. Beni Hassan lies well off the main circuit near Minya; transport and an Egyptologist guide are arranged separately.

Background

The facts

Beni Hassan is a rock-cut cemetery on the east bank of the Nile near Minya in Middle Egypt. The tombs date mainly to the 11th and 12th Dynasties of the Middle Kingdom, roughly the early second millennium BCE, and are valued for their painted wall scenes and autobiographical inscriptions.

The site consists of tombs cut into the limestone cliffs above the Nile Valley. Several of the principal decorated tombs preserve scenes showing hunting, wrestling, agriculture, boat processions, and daily work, along with inscriptions identifying local officials and administrative titles. These images are important for understanding provincial life outside the royal courts of ancient Egypt.

An entry ticket grants admission to the tomb cemetery and the principal decorated tombs, subject to site opening rules and any conservation closures. Visitor access can vary by season and preservation status, so the number of tombs open at any given time may change without notice.

The walk through the cemetery involves uneven ground and cliffside paths. Seasonal visibility across the Nile Valley may be clear in cooler months, while haze can reduce long-distance views during warmer periods.

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Is this for you?

Yes, if

This ticket is well suited to travelers with an interest in Middle Kingdom art, provincial administration, and tomb painting. It is also a good fit for adults and older children who can handle uneven surfaces and want a quieter archaeological site outside the main Cairo and Luxor circuits.

What lingers

01Access to Middle Kingdom rock-cut tombs dating mainly to the 11th and 12th Dynasties.
02See well-preserved painted scenes of daily life, hunting, and boat processions.
03Read biographical inscriptions recording officials and local administration.
04Walk along the cliffside cemetery where tombs are cut into vertical limestone faces.
05Views across the Nile valley from the tomb platform (seasonal visibility varies).

The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Included

Entry Ticket

Not included

Professional Egyptologist guide (book separately if required)
Transport to and from the site
Meals and drinks
Photography permit, if applicable
Any special-access or tomb-interior fees that are charged separately at the site

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

01What do the Beni Hassan Tombs entry tickets include?
Your entry ticket grants admission to the Beni Hassan archaeological site, allowing access to the four main rock-cut tombs open to the public. These tombs feature well-preserved murals depicting daily life and funerary practices from the Middle Kingdom period.
02What is not included with the Beni Hassan Tombs entry ticket?
The entry ticket does not include transportation to the site, any guided services, or access to areas not designated for public viewing. Food, beverages, and personal expenses are also not covered.
03What are the opening hours for the Beni Hassan Tombs?
Opening hours for the Beni Hassan Tombs typically vary by season. It is advisable to check the official site's current schedule or arrive early in the morning to ensure sufficient time for your visit.
04What is the best time to visit the Beni Hassan Tombs?
The best time to visit the Beni Hassan Tombs is during the cooler morning hours, shortly after opening, or in the late afternoon. This avoids the midday heat and larger crowds, offering a more comfortable experience.
05What is the photography policy at Beni Hassan Tombs?
Photography rules at the Beni Hassan Tombs can vary, particularly regarding flash photography inside the tombs. We recommend checking the specific regulations posted at the entrance or inquiring with site staff upon arrival.
06Is there a dress code for visiting the Beni Hassan Tombs?
While there is no strict dress code, we recommend modest attire out of respect for the cultural significance of the site. Comfortable walking shoes are also advisable, as there is some walking involved on uneven surfaces.
07Are the Beni Hassan Tombs accessible for visitors with mobility concerns?
Access to the Beni Hassan Tombs involves climbing a steep path up the cliff face and navigating uneven terrain inside the tombs. Visitors with significant mobility concerns may find access challenging.
08How do I get to the Beni Hassan Tombs?
The Beni Hassan Tombs are located on the east bank of the Nile, south of Minya. Visitors typically reach the site by taxi or private car from Minya, often involving a short ferry crossing of the Nile.
09Are there any age restrictions or specific policies for children?
There are no specific age restrictions for visiting the Beni Hassan Tombs. Children are welcome, but parents should be aware of the steep path and uneven surfaces, which may require supervision.
10Which specific tombs can I enter with this ticket?
Your ticket typically grants access to the four most significant tombs open to the public: those of Khnumhotep II, Amenemhat, Khety, and Baqet III. These offer the best examples of Middle Kingdom tomb decoration.

Editorial review

Reviewed by Khaled Mansour

Product ID: TKT-NIL-219072

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