Egyptian  Museum  of  Turin​

Latest update: 11 March 2022
The Egyptian Museum of Turin (Museo Egizio in Italian) is one of the oldest of its kind in the world and contains one of the world's most renowned collections of Egyptian artefacts. 

​Established in 1824 the museum is considered by some scholars to be the very place where Egyptology began. Among the exhibits are a statue of Rameses II, countless mummies and ancient texts.
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Such is the popularity of the museum, that in 2015 after a €50 million investment, its floor space was doubled to create more room for new display features and exhibits. ​

Located in the centre of Turin it's best to visit the museum on foot. From Piazza Castello it's just a 6 minute walk and the museum is open every day although with an early closure on Mondays. ​
​Opening-times: 

Tuesday to Sunday: from 09:00 - 18:30

Mondays: from 09:00 - 14:00

Last entrance: 1 hour before closing time
​Prices: 

Adults: €15, 

​Youths: 15-18 €11

Children: 6-14 €1 
City: Turin

Province: Metropolitan City of Turin

Region: Piedmont

Opened: 1824

Nearest Metro: Porta Nuova (10 minutes' walk)

Close by: National Museum of the Risorgimento, Piazza Castello

​Recommended accommodation: Turin Palace Hotel
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Annual visitor numbers: 853,320
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​Ranked number 6 in Italy in 2019

Source: Italian Ministry of Culture and Tourism

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