Grand Egyptian Museum to Close in June for Final Preparations
The museum will close from June 15th to July 5th to complete final preparations ahead of its long-awaited official opening.
Apr 23, 2025
The Grand Egyptian Museum will temporarily close its doors from June 15th to July 5th, 2025, to carry out final preparations ahead of its full public opening. According to an official notice issued by Egypt's Chamber of Tourism Companies, travel agencies have been instructed not to include the museum in any tour itineraries during this period.
The closure is intended to allow for crucial logistical and administrative work as the museum finalises exhibition layouts, visitor services, and technical operations ahead of its grand inauguration. This marks one of the final phases before the museum opens in full to the public, after years of anticipation and phased soft openings.
The Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the Giza Plateau, is set to become one of the largest archaeological museums in the world. It will house more than 100,000 artefacts, including the complete collection of items from the tomb of Tutankhamun, many of which will be on display together for the first time.
In the same notice, the Chamber also reminded tourism companies of final administrative deadlines related to the 2025 Hajj season. Documentation and visa issuance processes for pilgrims are expected to conclude by April 24th.
The Grand Egyptian Museum is seen as a cornerstone of Egypt's strategy to revitalise its tourism sector, offering a state-of-the-art cultural experience that reflects the scale and legacy of the country's ancient civilisation.
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