Egypt and Jordan Cities info :

Most probably beginning as a fortress from which Menes controlled the land and water routes between the upper and lower Egypt, Memphis was the capitol of the country throughout the Old Kingdom. Though New Kingdom Egypt was ruled from Thebes, Memphis remained agreat metropolis until taken over by Ptolemaic Alexandria. Today, however, centuries of Nile mud has swallowed Memphis entirely.
A Museum has been built to display the Collosus of Memnon and other sculptures found here.

Distance from Cairo City Center: 7 km

Timings: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Sun - Thu

Entrance Fees (Note: Students get 50% discount):
- L.E. 20.00 for Pyramids.
- L.E. 20.00 for Sphinx.
- L.E. 10.00 for entering the Pyramid.

Getting there:
Taxi: Takes - 30 min (From City Center).
Cost: L.E. 30.00