Mukhtar Museum, Cairo

Name: Mukhtar Museum
Address: Al Tahrir St., Cairo, Egypt

#88 among attractions in Cairo

Museum, Art museum, Concert hall

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Mukhtar Museum is a museum in Cairo, Egypt, housing the sculptures of Mahmoud Mokhtar. Mokhtar is considered to be significant as the father of modern Egyptian sculpture. His tomb is in the basement of the museum. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1919 (106 years ago)Coordinates: 30°2'26"N, 31°13'22"E

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Al Tahrir St.Cairo Egypt

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Mukhtar Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Egyptian Museum, Tahrir Square, Cairo Tower, 6th October Bridge.

1.3 kmNE
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1.1 kmN
Bridge
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Landmark venue with art gallery and museum
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~740 mNE
Bridge
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1.6 kmSE
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Botanical garden, Park
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mukhtar Museum?

Nearby attractions include Gezira Center for Modern Art, Cairo (5 min walk), Cairo Opera House, Cairo (5 min walk), Mausoleum of Saad Zaghloul, Cairo (9 min walk), Cairo Tower, Cairo (10 min walk).

How to get to Mukhtar Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mukhtar Museum:

Metro

Opera • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)
Dokki • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)

Bus

Abd el Moniem Riad (24 min walk)
السيدة زينب (29 min walk)

Train

Orabi (43 min walk)