About Giza
Giza is home to the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the mysterious Sphinx and the golden sands of the desert plateau. Explore with a private Egyptologist guide, ride a camel at sunset, or add Saqqara and Dahshur for a full day of pharaonic wonders.
Top Places to Visit in Giza
Great Pyramid of Khufu: the oldest and largest of the three pyramids
Pyramid of Khafre: the pyramid that still has part of its smooth casing at the top
Pyramid of Menkaure: the smallest of the three, with its queens’ pyramids nearby
The Great Sphinx: the guardian of the plateau, with the Sphinx Temple beside it
Panoramic Viewpoint: the classic photo spot for all the pyramids together
Grand Egyptian Museum: the world’s largest archaeological museum, with the Tutankhamun collection
Solar Boat Museum: Khufu’s ancient ship, if it’s open when you visit
Saqqara: the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the nearby tombs
Memphis: Egypt’s first capital, with a giant statue of Ramses II
Dahshur: the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid
