Nearly 175,000 Egyptians and foreign tourists flocked to explore the country’s rich historical landmarks over the first two days of the Eid.
“The increase in visitor numbers is a testament to Egypt’s appeal as a global cultural tourism hub. It also shows how eager Egyptians are to connect with their history and civilization,” said Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA).
Khaled added that efforts are ongoing to enhance and upgrade facilities at museums and archaeological sites to make them more tourist-friendly and to provide an exceptional visitor experience while ensuring the preservation of Egypt’s historical treasures.
Data from the digital ticketing system for archaeological sites and museums revealed that in descending order, the six most visited locations over the holiday are the Giza Pyramids (31,701 visitors), Karnak Temples (15,512 visitors), the Valley of the Kings (15,092 visitors), Egyptian Museum in Tahrir (12,869 visitors), Hatshepsut Temple in Luxor (12,656 visitors), and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (10,000 visitors).
Meanwhile, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Fustat received 5,000 visitors, while Salah El-Din Citadel welcomed around 7,000.
To accommodate the high number of visitors and ensure a seamless experience during the Eid holiday, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, through the SCA, established a central operations room with a team of representatives from various SCA sectors tasked with monitoring visitor flow and ensuring efficient management at key sites throughout the holiday.
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