Egyptians React to the Newly Announced Grand Egyptian Museum Ticket Prices

Egyptians React to the Newly Announced Grand Egyptian Museum Ticket Prices

The long-awaited ticket prices for the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) have finally been revealed — and Egyptians are having a field day reacting online. While excitement remains high for the official opening of the world’s largest archaeological museum, the price list has sparked a mix of curiosity, humor, and heated debate across social media.

Here’s the official breakdown of the ticket prices:

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While many praised the pricing structure for offering discounted rates to Egyptians and residents, others couldn’t help but joke about the steep jump for non-Egyptian visitors.

Despite the humor, many Egyptians also highlighted the museum’s global significance — a landmark project that has been years in the making. Located near the Giza Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum is set to house over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures, displayed together for the first time.

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities confirmed that the pricing aims to balance accessibility for locals with the museum’s world-class facilities and visitor experience standards.

As the official grand opening draws closer, one thing’s for sure — the GEM isn’t just making headlines for its incredible collection, but also for the lively public conversation it’s already inspiring.

What do you think — fair pricing or too much?

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