Solar Boat Museum (Khufu Ship)

Overview

The Solar Boat Museum (Khufu Ship) in Giza houses a beautifully preserved ancient Egyptian ship buried near the Great Pyramid of Giza. The museum provides insights into the craftsmanship and rituals of the Old Kingdom of Egypt.

The Khufu Ship is one of the oldest and best-preserved vessels from antiquity, offering valuable insights into ancient Egyptian seafaring and funerary practices.

Archaeological Historical

Location

Address

Giza

Neighborhood: Necropolis of Giza

Coordinates

29.979200, 31.134200

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$10

Children

$5

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, cooler weather

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

1.5 hours

Full Experience

2 hours

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• clear skies

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• clear skies

winter

cool

• holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• hydration

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Egyptian Pound

Typical Costs

entry $10

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, modest clothing, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 month
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Solar Boat Museum App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Cairo International Airport

Distance: 30 km

Travel Time: 40 minutes

taxi

$15 35 min

public_transport

$2 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 20 km

metro

$1 30 min

bus

$1 40 min

taxi

$10 25 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local tea
• Ask for guide Ahmed

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello مرحبا

thank_you شكرا

where_is اين هو

how_much كم

beautiful جمل

ticket تذكرة

Guide Languages: English, Arabic, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#Egypt #Giza #SolarBoatMuseum

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Great Pyramid of Giza

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Monument

Sphinx

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min