# Museo Egizio — Turin, Italy

> Founded by King Carlo Felice in 1824, the Museo Egizio holds more than thirty-thousand objects from the Nile Valley. The Italian Egyptologist Ernesto Schiaparelli expanded the collection through major excavations between 1900 and 1920.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM (Mondays from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
- Admission: €18 standard admission
- Address: Via Accademia delle Scienze, 6, 10123 Torino TO, Italy
- Time needed: 3–4 hours
- Official website: https://museoegizio.it/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Statue of Ramses II — Ancient Egyptian sculptors · 13th century BCE
- Temple of Ellesiya — Thutmose III · 15th century BCE
- Turin King List — Unknown scribe · 13th century BCE
- Tomb of Kha and Merit — Deir el-Medina craftsmen · 18th dynasty
- Book of the Dead of Kha — Unknown · 18th dynasty

## FAQ
**How long is the visit?**
Plan at least two to three hours — the collection is enormous.

**Is Turin worth visiting beyond the museum?**
Yes — Turin's elegant porticoed centre, royal residences, and cafés are part of the experience.

**How long should I spend at Museo Egizio?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Museo Egizio best known for?**
Founded by King Carlo Felice in 1824, the Museo Egizio holds more than thirty-thousand objects from the Nile Valley. The Italian Egyptologist Ernesto Schiaparelli expanded the collection through major excavations between 1900 and 1920. Key highlights include Statuary of the New Kingdom, Tomb of Kha and Merit, Papyrus collection.

**How do I get tickets for Museo Egizio?**
€18 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://museoegizio.it/en/

**Is this better than the Egyptian Museum in Cairo?**
Cairo is larger, but Turin's collection is better displayed and organised after the 2015 renovation. The tomb of Kha is unique — no equivalent exists in Cairo's public galleries.

**How long should I allow?**
Allow at least three hours — the tomb of Kha, Temple of Ellesiya, and papyrus galleries each deserve unhurried attention.

**Is the museum in Italian only?**
Major galleries have English labels and the audio guide is available in multiple languages including English.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/museo-egizio-turin/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.