Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo

Interesting museum with nice artefacts, well documented. Nice building. The ceramics shown are so beautiful. It would be nicer without the defensive tone: recurring chauvinism, voicing ‘we are better than people think’ is unnecessary.

Excellent cute museum. A great place to learn about the islamic art with great pieces of art along the various islamic periods. Visit duration: plan for 2 to 3 hours, enjoy the little stories documented in the museum. Price: very reasonable 340 Egyptians pounds, approximately 7 USD. How to get there: uber is your best bet, they can drop you and pick you up just at the door of the museum. Ask your Uber to avoid the Azhar area as it is a crazy traffic mess, or in other it is pure insanity that is unique. The museum is a little dark but that does not reduce the quality of the experience. Do not miss the inner open court. It is really nice and it was a great bonus. The calligraphy section is really nice, do not miss it. For the same day plan to visit Refaee mosque and Sultan Hassan Madrasa. 15 min away by Uber.

It's a great museum that shows how rich the Islamic arts are. I admired every piece they're displaying. The building itself should be considered as a work of arts too. It wasn't crowded at all. There were 10-15 visitors during my visit because usually tourists skip this place. There's a small gift shop there as well. Ticket was cheap. Staff were very caring, polite and welcoming. They even offered to let me wait inside till my driver arrived. I was about to enter through the wrong gate but the officers there guided me to the correct entrance. I also had some questions about the surrounding buildings and they gladly answered. Next time I'll bring my friends there.

Went to see the pharoah body! . Defo recommend this museum as its defo worth it. The museum also has different artifcacts of Islam including old Kabah Kiswa. Beautiful lake and opportunity to get your name in Hebrew on book mark.

A fascinating diversion from the dirty street chaos outside. Seek out the objects with the gold ‘legends’ - it certainly makes the case for Islamic superiority in culture and science in the Middle Ages when we were living in muddy squalor in mud huts

Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo is one of the world’s most important collections of Islamic artifacts, showcasing centuries of artistic and cultural heritage. The museum houses an impressive array of manuscripts, textiles, ceramics, metalwork, woodwork, and jewelry, reflecting the diversity and richness of Islamic art across different regions and periods. The exhibits are thoughtfully arranged, allowing visitors to appreciate both the intricate craftsmanship and historical context of each piece. The architecture of the museum itself is elegant and complements the artistry on display. Knowledgeable staff provide helpful guidance, enhancing the educational experience. Whether you are an art enthusiast, history lover, or tourist seeking cultural enrichment, the Museum of Islamic Art offers a captivating journey through centuries of Islamic civilization and creativity.

Disappointing Visit to the Islamic Art Museum** I visited the Islamic Art Museum early this morning, and unfortunately, my experience was far from pleasant. The staff were unwelcoming and displayed an unnecessarily aggressive attitude, which made the visit uncomfortable. Additionally, there was a lack of clear signage regarding the rules, particularly about videography. I was unaware that videography was prohibited, as there were no visible signs indicating this. To my surprise, one of the staff members called security and attempted to fine me for breaching the rules. This felt unfair and poorly communicated, as I had no intention of violating any policies. While the museum itself houses beautiful artifacts, the overall experience was marred by the staff's behavior and the lack of clear guidelines. I hope the management takes steps to improve visitor communication and ensures a more welcoming atmosphere in the future.

Take a break from mummies and Pharaohs and see this lovely Museum of Islamic Art; they have hundreds of beautiful pieces, displayed excellently in an organised manner. The museum is clean, not too busy and the staff were helpful. There's the option of a guided tour or just to explore yourself, there's lots of information on each piece and on the general history of the time, in both Arabic and English. The building is old and beautiful, and they have a courtyard to sit outside in, do not touch the cats though, they have come in from outside carry fleas. The gift shop wasn't open when I was there, there is no cafe as far as I can see. There are reasonable toilets, relatively clean, toilet paper available, however nothing to dry your hands with. There was no wait to get in on Saturday and the price was 270LE for a foreigner. I spent approximately 2 hours there and went round at a leisurely pace. I definitely recommend.