Museums Grand Egyptian Museum All of the collection of the Museum of
Egyptian Civilization, including the
Tutankhamun collection, are slated to be moved to the new Grand Egyptian Museum, under construction in Giza, and was due to open by the end of 2020. Dedicated to Ancient Egypt and its culture, society, and artifacts, the GEM is the
largest museum in the world for a single civilization. The museum also includes a conservation center, a conference center, and various dining and shopping areas.
Egyptian Agricultural Museum The Egyptian Agricultural Museum is a museum complex built primarily to showcase the history of
agriculture in Egypt throughout its various eras. Located in the Dokki district of Giza, the museum was initially named the "Fouad I Agricultural Museum," it was housed in the palace of Princess Fatima Ismail. The museum later expanded to include several other buildings and museums, encompassing eight museums in one, covering an area of over 30 acres (approximately 175,000 square meters), interspersed with green spaces and gardens. It is considered one of the first and largest agricultural museums in the world and houses 1,451 registered artifacts, in addition to other collections.
Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum The Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum and Palace is an Egyptian museum located in the Giza district of Cairo. It was founded by
Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil. The palace was first opened as a museum in 1962, then moved to the Prince Amr Ibrahim Palace in
Zamalek in 1971, before reopening in Zamalek in 1979.
Taha Hussein Museum The Taha Hussein Museum is
Taha Hussein's villa, also known as "Ramtan," which the Egyptian Ministry of Culture converted into a museum to commemorate the Dean of Arabic Literature. The museum villa consists of two floors and a library.
Mohamed Nagy Museum The Mohamed Nagy Museum is a historical photography museum located at Mahmoud El Gendy Street near the Giza Plateau, in the Haram district of Giza, in southwest Greater Cairo. It was founded in 1952 by Mohamed Nagy as his studio, as he was a pioneer of modern Egyptian photography in modern Egypt. The museum was established to honor and commemorate the ancient Egyptian architect Imhotep, the builder of King
Pyramid of Djoser, as the first to construct a pyramid and the first to use stone in the construction of massive buildings. The museum consists of several halls housing more than 500 rare artifacts unearthed from the
Saqqara archaeological site. The museum's exhibits include a model of
King Djoser's funerary complex, and one of the halls is designed as a complete tomb displaying a
mummy, a wooden coffin, and a number of pottery and alabaster vessels. The museum also houses the library of the
Egyptologist Jean-Philippe Lauer.
Music Music in Giza is characterized by high-profile international concerts at the Pyramids, historic residency shows, and a vibrant local nightlife scene in the surrounding district. The
Pyramids Sound and Light Show is a nightly performance where the Great Sphinx narrates the history of ancient Egypt, accompanied by dramatic music and laser projections. The city of Giza host several
live music venues. The city also has a long history of hosting legendary acts, specifically at the Giza Plateau, such as
Grateful Dead played a series of concerts in 1978 during a
lunar eclipse. And
Jean-Michel Jarre, held on the massive
Twelve Dreams of the Sun millennium concert on New Year's Eve 1999.
Holidays and festivals Giza Governorate's
National Day is celebrated on March 31 each year, commemorating the struggle of Giza's people against the
British occupation, specifically the Battle of Nazlet El-Shobak in
Badrasheen in 1919, where the locals confronted a train of occupation soldiers and sacrificed martyrs for their country. Cultural celebrations, events, and project inaugurations are held to honor this anniversary. The city also celebrates a mix of Islamic, Coptic Christian, and national holidays, featuring vibrant festivals like the Eid holidays such as
Eid al-Fitr,
Eid al-Adha, religious observances like
Coptic Christmas on January 7 and
Mawlid al-Nabi, and national days such as
Revolution Day on January 25 and Armed Forces Day on October 6th, alongside cultural events like
Sham El-Nessim and unique spectacles offering diverse cultural experiences year-round.
Ramadan is the holy month of fasting, observed with special meals and community focus.
Painting and sculpture Giza is a destination for both
ancient and
contemporary art, housing monumental sculptures and dedicated painting museums, located primarily on the Giza Plateau. The Great Sphinx of Giza is the oldest known monumental sculpture in Egypt, this limestone statue depicts a reclining sphinx with the head of a
Pharaoh. Evidence suggests it was once painted in bright colors. The Egypt's Renaissance Statue, located near the Cairo University bridge, the 1928 sculpture by
Mahmoud Mokhtar is a key symbol of
modern Egyptian identity, blending
Egyptian style with 20th-century nationalism. Giza has yielded world-famous works like the Bust of Prince Ankhhaf and the Pair Statue of
King Menkaure and Queen, which are celebrated for their realistic portraiture. Modern Giza hosts large-scale international art events that place contemporary sculpture in dialogue with the pyramids. The
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is a landmark institution which showcases thousands of artifacts, including the world's largest collection of
Tutankhamun's treasures and numerous monumental statues. Other specialized museums and galleries
Ramses Wissa Wassef Art Center and the Museum of Nagy.
Media Giza is a global center for media production and is currently expanding its infrastructure with massive 2025 projects. The
Egyptian Media Production City (EMPC) is located in
6th of October City, a satellite city in the Giza Governorate, the EMPC is the primary media hub for Egypt. It covers approximately 35 million square meters and features 114 studios equipped for cinematography, TV, and video production. The Media Public Free Zone was established to attract investment, this zone offers specialized infrastructure, including satellite broadcasting stations and technical service centers for media projects. Besides the United for Media Services, the leading media production companies in Giza include Birdmilk, Big Move Agency, Vision Egypt, and Sway Media. Several newspapers are based in Giza, such as the
Daily News Egypt, the country's only independent English-language daily newspaper, with its headquarters are located in Dokki. Also the
El Watan News, which is a comprehensive daily online portal and printed newspaper with its address in Dokki as well. Also the
El Wafd, associated with
Egyptian Wafd Party. The
Egypt Today Magazine and media production company is also located in Giza. In November 2025, Giza was officially listed in the
UNESCO Creative Cities Network in recognition of its deep-rooted legacy in the film and arts industry.
Sport The city is home to the 20th century most successful sports club in Africa, the
Zamalek Sporting Club, an Egyptian giant, located in the
Meet Okba neighborhood near the
Mohandiseen district in Giza. Beside the Zamalek Sporting Club, there are other clubs like El
Tersana SC and
Egyptian Shooting Club which is one of the elite clubs in Egypt, located in Dokki neighborhood. == International relations ==