must-visit in CairoHistoric Ruins & Heritage
Great Pyramid of Khufu
📍 Great Pyramid of Giza, Al Haram, Giza, Egypt
4.5/ 5.0
★★★★★
Quick Facts
- Location
- Egypt, Cairo
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- 1.5-2 hours
- Address
- Great Pyramid of Giza, Al Haram, Giza, Egypt
- Coordinates
- 29.9792, 31.1342
Introduction
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Built ~2560 BC, ~146 m tall (now ~138 m), ~2.3 million blocks — the pinnacle of ancient Egyptian civilization. Largest of the Giza pyramids; ~2560 BC. ~146 m original height; world's tallest for ~3,800 years. ~2.3 million blocks; ~2.5 tons each. Interior passages open (separate ticket). Only surviving Ancient Wonder.
✨ Highlights
1
Ancient Wonder
Only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World.
2
Scale
~146 m tall; ~2.3 million blocks — ancient Egypt's greatest.
3
Royal tomb
Tomb of Pharaoh Khufu, Fourth Dynasty.
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Interior
Interior passages open (separate ticket).
🛈 Practical Info
→Sun：Desert sun is intense; sun protection and water essential.
→Early：Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat.
→Combine：With Sphinx, Pyramid of Khafre and Saqqara.
→Guide：Local guide recommended; beware of touts.
→Transportation：Metro / bus / by car (about 30 min from Cairo center)
💡 Tips
• Entry ticket; interior needs separate ticket. Desert sun intense.
• With Sphinx and Pyramid of Khafre.
• Opening and admission are subject to official notice.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Great Pyramid of Khufu?
Entry ticket; interior needs separate ticket. Desert sun intense. With Sphinx and Pyramid of Khafre.
How long should I spend at Great Pyramid of Khufu?
A typical visit takes 1.5-2 hours.
Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.
