A Guide for Your Visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Egypt—the first image that forms in mind is of the pyramids. Among most pyramids, the Great Pyramids of

Giza are the most sought after and renowned because of its history and myths that are often shown by

some of the best-known Hollywood movies. The Great Pyramids of Giza are the oldest and largest of the

Egyptian pyramids located in Giza, overlooking the ancient capital of Egypt Memphis. The Pyramid-

initially a tomb constructed by the fourth dynasty Egyptian King Khufu between 2580–2560 BC. The

researchers and archaeologists have come up with multiple theories about the Great Pyramids’

construction techniques.

Being one of the remarkable and oldest constructions, it was listed in the seven wonders of the ancient

world. The pyramids were the burial monuments for the pharaohs, but it is also believed that they

represent the primordial mound from which earth was formed. Its shape is thought to be similar to the

rays of sun falling on earth for that effect the surface of the pyramid is covered with polished and highly

reflective white limestone. It is also believed that pyramids serve as the means to send the pharaoh soul to

the gods in heaven.

Best Time to Visit: The Giza necropolis is open to the tourist all year round but the best time to visit the

Great Pyramid of Egypt is in December. The temperature is low and comfortable for the tourists to fully

enjoy the view. In winters, the ideal time is midday or afternoon as morning hour skies are hazy. Although

if you plan your visit between February and November then you can plan for a morning visit as the sky is

clear. The Pyramid complex opens at around 6 am and closes at 5 pm sharp. If you’re visiting for the first

time, you must know that during the weekends or holidays, the pyramids of Giza is more crowded.

How to Reach: Giza is the third-largest city of Egypt. It is located in greater Cairo and on the west bank of The

Nile. Giza is known for The Giza Plateau—a famous archaeological site that holds ancient monuments

like the complex of the ancient Egyptian royal mortuary, The Great Sphinx, the Great Pyramid of Giza,

and several other pyramids and temples. The nearest airport is Cairo International Airport. From there

Giza, necropolis, or the Great Pyramid complex is almost 32-miles via road. Taxi, both private and services

like Uber and Careem, are easily available from the airport itself. Public buses and vans are available

from the city bus stand behind the Egyptian Museum.

The buses are comfortable, and in fact, some are equipped with air-conditioning as well. Vans or micro-

buses are cheaper but they are a crowded option for traveling. Metro is also an option and the nearest

metro station is Sadat that can be reached by taxi or bus from Cairo International Airport, from Sadat to

Sakiat Mekki in Cairo metro is 7 stops and from there it’s just 10 minutes ride to The Great pyramids. Car

rental services are also available so you can just drive to your destination easily.

Attractions: On your visit to Giza in Egypt, you will get to see the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and

Menkaure. The best way to explore and appreciate the beauty of these massive pyramids is to enter inside

and feel these structures. To see the magnificent view of three primary pyramids on the Giza Plateau, go

to the best spot called, Panoramic Point. The Khufu Ship best-preserved inside the Giza Solar Boat

Museum is the world’s oldest water vessels measuring 143.6 feet in length and 19.5 feet in width. Tourists

can get access to the visuals and photographs of excavations and restoration on the first floor of the Giza

Solar Boat Museum. The entrance fee for the solar boa is 100 EGP. The structure next to it is the Valley

Temple of Khafre built of limestone. This valley temple was dug out in the 19th century. Before it was

buried in the sand of time, the temple was used for the purification of the mummy of the Pharaoh Khafre,

one of the Greek kings of the fourth dynasty. Another major attraction in the Giza plateau is Great Sphinx

of Giza, also called Sphinx of Giza.

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What Do We Know About Memphis, Egypt?

It is a limestone statue of a mythical creature with the head of human and oldest monumental sculpture in

Egypt, for visit, you don’t have to answer any riddles but just buy a ticket. For Giza Plateau, the entrance

ticket fee is 200 EGP for adults and 100 EGP for students with a valid identity card. A combination ticket

that covers Giza Plateau, Solar Boat and Great Pyramid may cost around 600 EGP.

Things to Do: The Pyramid of Giza has two entrances; one is close by the Great Pyramid of Giza and

other is next to the Great Sphinx. It would be great if you plan to go inside the Great Pyramid. The

entrance fee for the Great Pyramid is 400 EGP. Tourists are strictly not allowed to climb the

pyramids. You can click pictures inside of the pyramid with your cell phone, but regular cameras is prohibited.

The tourists are charged approximately 20 EGP for carrying a tripod. The tourists can also go inside the

pyramid of Khafre and Menkaure by paying 200 EGP. The tourists can watch the sound and light show to

get insight into the history of the pyramids. The show runs for one hour and the ticket may cost

approximately $24.35USD. Tourists can also enrich their experience through camel rides. The camel

rides around the pyramid are immensely popular among the tourists and visitors.

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