Can you still go and see the pyramids in Egypt?

Choose the right entrance That's the one we recommend, as you can get a beautiful shot of the Sphinx first when you enter and then continue to the pyramids from there. The Pyramids of Giza are open every day from 8 am to 5 pm. We recommend going early to get there before the crowds.



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The interiors of all three pyramids of Giza are open to visitors, but each requires the purchase of a separate ticket. Although tourists were once able to freely climb the pyramids, that is now illegal.

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While it is safe to travel to Egypt pyramids, it is best to leave unnecessary valuables at your hotel. Only carry as much money as you think you will need, and try to keep your purse or wallet concealed. Pickpocketing is not a major problem at the Giza Pyramids complex, but it can and does happen.

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If you need to go inside the Pyramids of Khafre or Menkaure, you have to pay EGP 100 (about US$3.3). (Note: The maintenance of the Pyramid of Khafre from 12 July 2023 is still in progress (October 2023). Meanwhile, the interiors of Khufu's and Menkaure's Pyramids will remain open to visitors.)

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Most entrance fees range from 150 EGP to 450 EGP ($5 to $15). There are several bigger ticket sites, such as Abu Simbel (600 EGP) and the Giza Pyramids (540 EGP).

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Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy's limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Do not travel to: The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to terrorism.

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Some tourists planning a Great Sphinx of Giza tour wonder if you can go inside og the Great Sphinx enclosure. It is possible, but only during our tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx.

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Tourists are not required to follow any particular dress code to visit the pyramids in Egypt. Although many online sources say that female travellers should not wear short pants, many female tourists do, and nobody bats an eyelid. Both men and women are free to wear shorts to visit the pyramids.

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Restrooms: There are 2 restrooms at the Pyramids of Giza that you can use for a small fee.

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Seeing the Pyramids from the outside is amazing, but there's something about venturing inside which just feels that bit more adventurous. Many people will tell you there's not much to see inside, and in some ways that's true.

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If you decide to travel to Egypt: Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Obtain comprehensive medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.

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Egypt is relatively easy on the wallet. Compared with places like Europe, North America, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, Egypt is cheaper to visit. Traveling through Egypt is similar in price to traveling through Southeast Asia.

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The Pyramids of Giza are situated in the Giza Governorate, to the west of the Egyptian capital of Cairo. They are located along Al-Haram Street in Giza.

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Just remember to cover up from your shoulders to below the knee. While women are expected to dress more conservatively than men, even the fellas should leave the short shorts and tight singlets at home. Also, avoid packing anything in white.

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PRO TRAVEL TIP: You can take photos inside of the Great Pyramid with a cellphone, at no additional fee. However, photography with a camera is not permitted inside of the Great Pyramid, but you no longer need to leave it with a guard, as you might read on other blog posts.

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Examination of the Sphinx's face shows that long rods or chisels were hammered into the nose area, one down from the bridge and another beneath the nostril, then used to pry the nose off towards the south, resulting in the one-metre wide nose still being lost to date.

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You'll also need a Giza Plateau ticket. Adult tickets are 80 Egyptian pounds ($9) per person, while student tickets cost 40 Egyptian pounds (less than $5) each. All tickets include entrance into the Great Sphinx's temples, as well as access to the adjacent pyramids.

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