Saqqara is the necropolis where the pyramid was invented. The Step Pyramid of Djoser (2650 BC) is the first monumental stone structure in history. The Serapeum with giant bull sarcophagi, nobles' tombs with reliefs. Excavations continue — new discoveries every year. 30 km from Cairo, open 8:00-16:00.
Main area 450 EGP. Step Pyramid interior +220 EGP. Serapeum +150 EGP. Card only.
Early morning (8-9am). October-April.
40km SW of Cairo, 15km south of Giza. Taxi ~200-300 EGP. Uber/Careem available. Combine with Dahshur (15km south). No public transport.
Vast desert site. Start at visitor center. Step Pyramid interior reopened. Serapeum atmospheric. Mastaba tombs have 4,500-year-old paintings.
Step Pyramid from eastern courtyard. Hill near Pyramid of Unas for panorama. Inside mastaba tombs. Sunrise/sunset.
Last entry 1 hour before closing
faq.subtitle Saqqara Necropolis
Yes! Interior reopened 2020. Extra 220 EGP. Narrow passages.
2-3 hours minimum. 4-5 to see everything.
Useful tips for visiting Saqqara Necropolis
Start at visitor center. Step Pyramid interior worth extra 220 EGP! Combine with Dahshur. Credit card only.
40km SW of Cairo, 15km south of Giza. Taxi ~200-300 EGP. Uber/Careem available. Combine with Dahshur (15km south). No public transport.
Vast desert site. Start at visitor center. Step Pyramid interior reopened. Serapeum atmospheric. Mastaba tombs have 4,500-year-old paintings.
Step Pyramid from eastern courtyard. Hill near Pyramid of Unas for panorama. Inside mastaba tombs. Sunrise/sunset.
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