art museum / archaeology museum / islamic civilization museumIslamic (Museum opened 1903, Reopened 2017)
Museum of Islamic Art
Port Said Street / Bab al-Khalq
متحف الفن الإسلاميOpen to Public
Explore one of the world's great collections of Islamic art, spanning Egypt and the wider Islamic world through carved wood, ceramics, rare manuscripts, textiles, metalwork, scientific instruments and masterpieces of calligraphy.
Historical Overview
Opened in 1903 and reopened after restoration in 2017. Houses one of the world's greatest collections of Islamic art.
Why Visit?
A massive collection spanning the entire Islamic world, including rare artifacts like the Kaaba key.
What to See
- Historic key of the Kaaba
- Textile fragment with early Kufic inscription
- Carved wood
- Ceramics
- Rare manuscripts
- Scientific instruments
Getting There
Museum of Islamic Art
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Good to Know
Opening Hours
Standard09:00 - 17:00
Last Entry16:00
Ticket Prices
Foreign Adult340 EGP
Foreign Student170 EGP
Egyptian Adult20 EGP
Plan Your Visit
- Duration: 90 - 150 mins
- Accessibility: elevator, paved routes, accessible toilet, Braille labels, sign-language interpretation