Discover Luxor's rich ancient heritage with visits to the Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum, both conveniently located on the Corniche Al Nile. The Luxor Museum, a treasure trove of artifacts curated by the Brooklyn Museum, offers a captivating insight into ancient Egyptian life through its displays of pottery, jewelry, furniture, and statues. Highlights include exquisite pieces from Tutankhamun's tomb. Nearby, the Mummification Museum unveils the pharaohs' secrets of eternal preservation. Explore a fascinating collection of human and animal mummies, alongside the tools and canopic jars used in this intricate ritual, offering a unique glimpse into ancient beliefs surrounding the afterlife.
Discover the Luxor and Mummification Museums
About This Tour
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel or Nile Cruise
- Private Egyptologist tour guide
- Bottled mineral water
- Entrance fees (If option selected)
- All taxes and charges
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Tour Plan
Itinerary
The Luxor Museum, situated on Kornish Al Nile, offers a surprisingly engaging experience. Its well-curated displays, meticulously assembled by the Brooklyn Museum of New York, showcase an exquisite collection of pottery, jewelry, furniture, statues, and stelae. These artifacts, carefully selected from the Theban temples and Necropolis, provide a profound insight into daily life and artistic achievements of ancient Egypt. Among the highlights are several fascinating exhibits from Tutankhamun's tomb.
Just a short distance away, the Mummification Museum, also on Corniche El Nil, delves into the captivating and often mysterious world of ancient Egyptian mummification. This museum is an unparalleled resource for understanding the pharaohs' most closely guarded secrets. Visitors will discover a unique collection of mummified animals alongside human mummies, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the intricate rituals. The museum also displays the specialized tools and canopic jars essential for the mummification process, offering a truly immersive educational experience.
Meeting / Pickup
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infants must sit on your lap
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- We will meet you from Luxor Airport or destination, holding a sign with your name.
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