New £910 million museum opens after 20 years of construction

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Giza pyramids, is set to open on November 4, 2025, after 33 years of planning and construction, costing £910 million. It will showcase 50,000 artifacts, including the complete collection from Tutankhamun’s tomb and a colossal statue of Ramesses II. Anticipated to attract 5 million visitors annually, GEM aims to boost Egypt’s economy significantly. Tickets can be purchased online for around EGP 600 (£10), with high demand expected at launch.