Mummies Room – Egyptian Museum (Tahrir)

The short answer

Mummies Room (Egyptian Museum, Tahrir) Entry Ticket is a 1-day attraction ticket covering the Mummies Room in Cairo, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.

• Archaeology & history
• Cultural

Snapshot

Good to know

Destinations

Cairo

Background

The facts

Suited to

Is this for you?

What lingers

• 01 Located in the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square, the Mummies Room displayed royal mummies until April 2021.
• 02 Most royal mummies were relocated to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization during the April 2021 'Pharaohs' Golden Parade'.
• 03 As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we handle tickets, transfers, and on-site coordination to streamline your museum entry.
• 04 Our Egyptologist can give a 20–30 minute briefing before entry explaining mummification, coffins, and archaeological context.
• 05 Photography rules vary; flash is often prohibited and staff may restrict access during peak hours – expect brief waits.
• 06 The room has low light and uneven flooring; allow 30–45 minutes and wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.

The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

1. 01 Are the royal mummies still in the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir?

   Some royal mummies were transferred to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat in 2021. The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir may still display mummies or related human remains, but exhibits rotate for conservation and loan. Unlike NMEC’s consolidated Royal Mummies Hall, Tahrir’s displays (when present) appear within the museum’s wider chronological galleries. We confirm current displays before you book and can advise which museum best matches your interest.
2. 02 Do I need a separate ticket for the Mummies Room?

   Yes – access to the Mummies Room typically requires a separate supplement beyond general Egyptian Museum admission. Ticketing arrangements change regularly and can include timed-entry passes or special-permit supplements. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and can prebook the correct ticket and timed slot to avoid on-site queues. Standard entrance-fee inclusions will be stated clearly when we reserve for you.
3. 03 Can I take photographs inside the Mummies Room?

   Flash photography is prohibited in the Mummies Room; tripods and professional cameras typically require a permit and fee. Non-flash photos with phones or small cameras are usually allowed for personal use, but guards enforce conservation rules and may ask you not to photograph specific objects. Professional shoots need advance approval from museum administration and can take extra time to arrange. We can request photography permits if you need them.
4. 04 Is the Mummies Room wheelchair accessible?

   The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir has limited step-free access; the Mummies Room involves stairs and narrow corridors. Some parts of the museum have elevators or ramps, but access is not consistent across all galleries. We can arrange staff assistance and plan routes to minimise stairs, but guests should expect some physical barriers and notify us in advance. If full step-free access is essential, we will advise alternative options.
5. 05 How long should I allow to visit the Mummies Room?

   Allow 30–45 minutes to see the Mummies Room; allocate 1.5–3 hours for the larger Egyptian Museum visit. Security lines, cloakroom service, and crowds at peak hours (late morning to early afternoon) can add 20–40 minutes to your total time. If you only want the mummies, an early museum slot reduces waits; if you want context, book a private Egyptologist to cover highlights efficiently. We time visits to avoid overlap with school groups where possible.
6. 06 What should I bring and wear for a visit to the Mummies Room?

   Wear comfortable shoes and modest clothing; bring a small bottle of water and your passport or ID. The museum is climate-controlled, but transfers between sites are hot in summer, so sun protection is useful between stops. Leave large bags at your hotel or in the museum cloakroom–security will inspect bags and may restrict oversized luggage. Avoid flash-capable camera settings to comply with conservation rules.