Egyptian Museum of Turin: Opening Hours, Prices and Ideal Route
A journey among pharaohs, mummies and sarcophagi in the heart of Piemonte, among artefacts preserved since 1824
The Egyptian Museum is one of Turin's most visited attractions. It's a must-see for anyone visiting the city. Visiting the museum means traveling through over 4,000 years of ancient Egyptian history without leaving Italy. Founded in 1824, it's the oldest museum in the world dedicated entirely to Egyptian civilization. It houses one of the most important collections outside Egypt. With monumental statues, papyri, sarcophagi, mummies, and everyday objects, you can understand not just pharaohs and great works, but also how ordinary people lived along the Nile.
Plan for at least 2 hours to visit the museum. Ideally, spend 2 hours and 30 minutes there. This time lets you follow the exhibition calmly, see the key artifacts, and read explanations without rushing. If you're passionate about Egyptology or choose a guided tour, you can easily spend 3 or 4 hours in the museum.
What to see, opening hours, tickets, and how to get there
Among the most famous works is the Tomb of Kha and Merit. It's one of the best-preserved non-royal tombs of ancient Egypt. Found almost intact in 1906, it holds hundreds of objects belonging to architect Kha and his wife Merit. It offers an extraordinary glimpse into daily life over 3,300 years ago.
Another must-see room is the Gallery of the Kings. Here, you'll find monumental statues of pharaohs like Ramses II, Seti II, and Amenhotep II. The visual impact is impressive and is one of the most striking moments of the entire museum tour.
Among the most precious artifacts are the Papyrus of Iuefankh, a key example of the Book of the Dead, and the famous Isiac Table. This bronze table, decorated with motifs inspired by Egyptian religion, has fueled studies and interpretations for centuries. The visit is completed by sphinxes, sarcophagi, mummies, and many everyday objects that help you understand how the ancient Egyptians lived.
Tickets and booking
Entry costs €18.00 for a full ticket. Tickets can be purchased directly on the museum's official website. You need to select your entry time when booking.
There are many discounts available: the Family ticket costs €36.00 for two adults and two minors. Teens aged 15 to 18, university students, and holders of the National Youth Card pay €3.00. Children aged 6 to 14 enter for €1.00. The reduced ticket for over 70s and journalists with a press card is €15.00. Entry is free for children aged 0 to 5, those visiting on their birthday, people with disabilities and one companion, ICOM members, and holders of the Turin+Piemonte Card.
Buying tickets online is highly recommended. It lets you choose your entry time and skip lines. On weekends, holidays, and busy times, booking ahead is especially advised to ensure availability.
Opening Hours
The Egyptian Museum in Turin is open every day. Hours vary by day. On Monday, it's open from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. From Tuesday to Sunday, it's open from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM. On Saturday, the museum stays open until 8:00 PM, allowing evening visits.
The Egyptian Museum is located at via Accademia delle Scienze 6. It's easy to reach on foot or by public transport.
If you arrive by train, start from the main stations, Porta Nuova and Porta Susa. Both are well connected to the museum.
From Porta Nuova, it's a simple walk. The museum is about 10-15 minutes away on foot via via Lagrange and via Accademia delle Scienze. From Porta Susa, the walk takes 20-25 minutes. But there are many bus and tram lines stopping near the Egyptian Museum.
The Museum is in Turin's historic center. The Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL) is active Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. If driving, it's best to use a nearby parking lot and walk.
The most convenient parking for the Egyptian Museum is Parcheggio Roma - San Carlo - Castello. It's an underground garage open 24/7, just a few minutes' walk from the museum. It has 802 parking spots, with 16 for disabled people. Vehicle entrances are at piazza Castello (corner of via Viotti), piazza Carlo Felice, and via Gobetti. Exits are at piazza Carlo Felice, via XX Settembre, via Alfieri, and via Viotti.
The hourly rate is €2.00 during the day (from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM) and €1.40 at night (11:00 PM to 8:00 AM).
