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The Grand Egyptian Museum Is Getting a Magical New Light Show!

Looking for a new experience to add to your Cairo plans? The Grand Egyptian Museum is about to get a whole lot more exciting after dark! Starting November 1, you can catch Eternal Sun, a 35-minute immersive light show that brings 5,000 years of Egyptian history to life through light, music, and storytelling.

Taking place in the museum’s iconic Grand Hall, the show combines stunning projection mapping, music, and bilingual storytelling to take you on a journey through ancient Egyptian civilization. Whether you’re visiting the GEM for the first time or looking for a new reason to go back, this is your chance to experience the museum in a completely different way!

Eternal Sun Ticket Prices

  • Egyptian adults: EGP 480
  • Egyptian children: EGP 240
  • Other nationalities (adults): EGP 1,500
  • Other nationalities (children): EGP 750

When: Starting November 1, 2026

Are you ready to see the Grand Egyptian Museum come alive after dark? Explore an extraordinary world of ancient wonders beautifully illuminated under the sky for a truly unforgettable experience. Space is limited, so don’t wait—book your tickets here!

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