Top Things to Do at the Giza Pyramids
1. Go Inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu
Seeing the Pyramids from the outside is breathtaking, but walking through the narrow, ascending passageways into the King’s Chamber is an unforgettable thrill. Note: This requires an additional ticket beyond the general admission.
2. Capture the Sphinx Up Close
Standing guard over the plateau, the Great Sphinx is the world’s oldest known monumental sculpture. Walk down to the Valley Temple of Khafre to get the best vantage point for photos where you can "kiss" the Sphinx.
3. Take a Camel Ride to the Panoramic Viewpoint
For the classic "nine pyramids" wide shot, you need to head out into the desert dunes to the Panoramic Point. The most authentic and enjoyable way to get there is by hiring a camel or taking a horse-drawn carriage.
4. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Located just two kilometers from the Pyramids, the GEM is now fully open! After exploring the Pyramids in the morning, spend your afternoon marveling at the colossal statue of Ramses II in the Grand Atrium and the complete, 5,000-piece collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures.
Seeing the Pyramids from the outside is breathtaking, but walking through the narrow, ascending passageways into the King’s Chamber is an unforgettable thrill. Note: This requires an additional ticket beyond the general admission.
2. Capture the Sphinx Up Close
Standing guard over the plateau, the Great Sphinx is the world’s oldest known monumental sculpture. Walk down to the Valley Temple of Khafre to get the best vantage point for photos where you can "kiss" the Sphinx.
3. Take a Camel Ride to the Panoramic Viewpoint
For the classic "nine pyramids" wide shot, you need to head out into the desert dunes to the Panoramic Point. The most authentic and enjoyable way to get there is by hiring a camel or taking a horse-drawn carriage.
4. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Located just two kilometers from the Pyramids, the GEM is now fully open! After exploring the Pyramids in the morning, spend your afternoon marveling at the colossal statue of Ramses II in the Grand Atrium and the complete, 5,000-piece collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures.
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