The Coptic Museum
The Coptic Museum
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Housing some of the finest collections of Coptic art dating back to Egypt’s Christian era, this museum includes collections of ancient ankhs and Horus-like falcons, stone carvings from the era of the Mamluks, a 6th-century Coptic stone pulpit and the 1,600-year-old Coptic book of the Psalms of David.
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dicookie
San Diego, CA103 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2012 • Solo
I came here simply to kill time and was sad that I didn’t allow for more time to wander the entirety of the museum. A stark contrast to the Egyptian Antiquities Museum, it’s not as popular and known as the EAM, when I arrived it was so void of other tourists I wondered if it was even open. It was pleasant to wander the beautiful exhibits in peace and quiet without hassle. Everything is labeled and beautifully presented. AND IT’S AIR CONDITIONED!! Avoid the headset guides, save your pounds as they only give you very general information and not give much on instruction. Huge place, come here you will not be disappointed!
P.S. pictures not allowed and you will be asked to check your camera
Written December 3, 2012
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kik069
cairo13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
what if you could go through the islamic architecture but on other hand you still moving through the coptic history, its amazing to see such a place like this among the old churches at "mogmaa el kna2es"
amazing lighting system and even they did passages for the wheel chairs and thats a positive as its not usually happen
Written October 30, 2012
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BobPraz
Toronto, Canada231 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2012 • Solo
A great museum for Coptic art, to see both its roman origins and how it subsequently fitted into the wider world of Islamic art over the centuries.

You'll find everything from frescoed wall-niches moved here from ancient desert monasteries to small but intricately beautiful objects of practical or ceremonial use. In addition, the building itself is pretty, with a neo-Fatimid facade and many examples of classic Cairene architecture such as mashrabiyyas (wooden-screen balconies) and gorgeous painted ceilings in some of the rooms.

Give yourself 1-2 hours to visit, depending on your level of interest. Pictures are not allowed inside.

PS: If you're looking for more information about the artifacts and the museum, consider buying the "Illustrated Guide to the Coptic Museum and the Churches of Old Cairo" by Gawdat Gabra and Marianne Eaton-Krauss, one of several excellent books of this kind printed by the AUC Press. The book has good pictures of most of the interesting artifacts, so it's also usefual as a visual record of what you saw in the absence of your camera.
Written October 29, 2012
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Zebra_45678
Indianapolis, IN1,138 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2012 • Solo
I visited in March 2012. If you go to Coptic Cairo, stop and visit this museum. There is so much Coptic history to see. The only negative is that you can't take pictures. There were all kinds of things in the museum, from column capitals, to carved stone, bronze crosses, old texts, wooden pulpits,... . The niche found at St, Apollo was awesome. It dates to the 6th or 7th century. I think the lighting could be better. You will need about 2 hours or more to wander through the museum; otherwise, your visit will seem rushed. It was worth the price of admission. Go visit!!
Written June 12, 2012
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WoodlandsKiki
Houston, TX65 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2012
It is well organized and labeled. It was quiet and the artifacts were beautiful. The lighting could be a bit more bright.
Written May 30, 2012
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Tillyma
London, UK56 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2012 • Solo
Beware of Omar! Security guards are as desperate as civilians - do not be mistaken. Ladies alone in Museums in Cairo are such a target for molesters. I spent the whole time ignoring his verbal pestering (and was unable to listen to the headset - which incidentally is a rip off because it is information on the renovation of the building rather than the artefacts which you are viewing despite being narrated in perfect English.) and his insistance of trying to physically make me turn a corner at the end of the first corridor so that (as i realised) we would be out of sight of other security.
I was alone and just wanted an hour of peace to view the very beautiful Christian artwork mainly carved in stone and this idiot completely ruined it. Luckily i reaslised what his plan was and walked back to reception to report him, against cries of " no, not that way, this way, come this way, please this way."
The reception security were very good and had him ousted, but do not put up with being made to feel uncomfortable when you have paid a substantial entrance fee, they know that it is not acceptable.
I couldn't really concentrate after being pestered for 20 minutes and realising what my fate could have been had i turned the corner sadly put me off. It looked interesting though and the other security men were great, very helpful and kind. They do ask for your passport and keep it at reception. I took a copy of my passport with me and ensured its return to me afterwards.
Go with someone or be prepared to tell............or fight!
Written April 25, 2012
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Dragoes
Cairo, Egypt28 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2012
I am a huge Lord of the Rings fan (Books and Movies) I swear that the entry to this Museum is where Tolkien got his idea for the Gates of Moria. Entry was 100 Egyptian Pounds, but the Museum is huge...
Written April 18, 2012
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United3millionmiler
Cupertino, CA167 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2012 • Friends
The Coptic Museum was recently renovated and is beautifully laid out to reveal the wonderful artwork of this time. Especially interesting are the pieces that show the transition from Egyptian motifs such as the key of life to Christian symbols. There is an audio tour in English that describes each of the rooms in a few sentences; the nominal cost makes it worthwhile. You will need to purchase the audio tour ticket at the same time that you purchase a ticket to the museum. You then take the audio tour ticket to the entrance of the museum in another building in order to get the guide. The gift shop just to the left of the entrance also has written guides that would be helpful.
Written April 9, 2012
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Benrett
Sydney, Australia67 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2012 • Solo
Anyone with an interest in Christian, Byzantium or early classical fine art would do well to visit this museum. For me the highly is the very extensive collection of Christian art from the 3rd till the 11th centuries that happen to dominate the collection. While LE50 is quite expensive for a Cairo entry fee the museum is well maintained with beautiful interiors and the exhibits are all documented.
Written April 8, 2012
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Marie H
Cairo24 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Just beside the Hanging church.
Contains very nice pices of of the coptic art.
Written February 20, 2012
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THE COPTIC MUSEUM: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)