Khafre's Pyramid, Giza: Hours, Address, Khafre's Pyramid Reviews: 4.5/5
Khafre's Pyramid
Khafre's Pyramid
4.5
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Next to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, this is the second-largest of the Giza pyramids; Khafre was the son of Khufu.
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podrozniczka60
New Jersey14,235 contributions
Dec. 2021
Khafre's Pyramid gets less attention than the Pyramid of Cheops but it is quite interesting. It belongs to Cheops' son Chefren. The pyramid looks bigger than it is because of higher elevation.
Look towards the top to see a lot of outer limestone casing still there.
Look towards the top to see a lot of outer limestone casing still there.
Written 8 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
jnikhilesh
mumbai77 contributions
Dec. 2021
The scale and size of the monument is simply unbelievable . To build something this size thousand’s of year ago is just astonishing .
Written 27 December 2021
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ogerkan
New York City, NY4,021 contributions
Sep. 2021
Built by Khufu's son, Khafre's pyramid is in the same style but just a bit smaller in size. Part of the original outer surface is still visible at the top.
Written 18 November 2021
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Tom
Maple Grove, MN1,889 contributions
Sep. 2021 • Couples
Beautiful pyramid with some of the outer rock still in place near the top. We paid a small separate fee to enter underneath the pyramid and see the burial chamber. Don't try it if you're claustrophobic or can't crouch down and walk up and down a ramp with a ceiling height of about four feet. Burial chamber was interesting but very warm. Interesting experience.
Written 28 September 2021
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a h
Australia1,439 contributions
Dec. 2020 • Business
This is the second largest pyramid in Egypt, it is fascinating and one must go inside the pyramid on a great spiritual path.
Written 2 January 2021
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Kadu Carrasco
Sao Paulo, SP577 contributions
Dec. 2020
Getting inside this pyramid is as much exciting as getting into the Great Pyramid.
By the way, Khafre's pyramid IS NOT the Great pyramid, although it seems larger than that of Khafre's father, Khufu. It just stands on higher ground.
The pyramids of Khafre and Khufu (the Great Pyramid) are open for visitors (extra ticket for each). Upon entrance and before you leave the ticket office, check which pyramids are open or not on a big board. Remember that once you're inside you must bring your extra tickets with you.
CURRENT PRICES (DECEMBER 2020)
- Giza Plateau (general admission): EGP 200
- The pyramid of King Khafre - interior: EGP 100
PHOTOGRAPHY
You won't be allowed to take cameras with you. Only cellphones are allowed. Be aware that if you're alone (no one with you or a tour guide), you will probably need to leave your stuff with the guards at the entrance, which I really don't think is a good option.
BAKSHEESH (TIPS)
You will certainly be followed by the guards upon entrance because you will be their chance to get a tip. They will insist and insist and insist for you to give them your cellphone so that they can take lots of pictures of you. You have two options: either you accept it or not. If you don't, maybe you'll need to be a bit rude to convince them to leave you alone. But believe me: they will insist. hahahahaha
But if you accept it, tip them ONLY in the end, not when you give them your cellphone, because they will take lots of pictures of you and then will certainly ask you more. Some of them will whine and grumble, but be firm and say "that is all I have". Don't be shy and don't feel intimidated. You will experience that lots of times in Egypt. Get used to it.
Photographing is one of my favorite hobbies, but, believe me, your cellphone will be a better option (in lots of temples in Egypt). As long as the royal chambers are really dark, you would definitely need a tripod inside...
That was an amazing experience and I really recommend it.
Questions? Send me a message. I’ll be more than happy to help you to make your trip to Egypt even better!
By the way, Khafre's pyramid IS NOT the Great pyramid, although it seems larger than that of Khafre's father, Khufu. It just stands on higher ground.
The pyramids of Khafre and Khufu (the Great Pyramid) are open for visitors (extra ticket for each). Upon entrance and before you leave the ticket office, check which pyramids are open or not on a big board. Remember that once you're inside you must bring your extra tickets with you.
CURRENT PRICES (DECEMBER 2020)
- Giza Plateau (general admission): EGP 200
- The pyramid of King Khafre - interior: EGP 100
PHOTOGRAPHY
You won't be allowed to take cameras with you. Only cellphones are allowed. Be aware that if you're alone (no one with you or a tour guide), you will probably need to leave your stuff with the guards at the entrance, which I really don't think is a good option.
BAKSHEESH (TIPS)
You will certainly be followed by the guards upon entrance because you will be their chance to get a tip. They will insist and insist and insist for you to give them your cellphone so that they can take lots of pictures of you. You have two options: either you accept it or not. If you don't, maybe you'll need to be a bit rude to convince them to leave you alone. But believe me: they will insist. hahahahaha
But if you accept it, tip them ONLY in the end, not when you give them your cellphone, because they will take lots of pictures of you and then will certainly ask you more. Some of them will whine and grumble, but be firm and say "that is all I have". Don't be shy and don't feel intimidated. You will experience that lots of times in Egypt. Get used to it.
Photographing is one of my favorite hobbies, but, believe me, your cellphone will be a better option (in lots of temples in Egypt). As long as the royal chambers are really dark, you would definitely need a tripod inside...
That was an amazing experience and I really recommend it.
Questions? Send me a message. I’ll be more than happy to help you to make your trip to Egypt even better!
Written 28 December 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Shree K
Pennsylvania332 contributions
Dec. 2020
Looks taller than the "great" pyramid as it is on a higher elevation. This one does not have an entrance to it like the great pyramid does
Written 19 December 2020
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T D
Philadelphia, PA2,783 contributions
Nov. 2020 • Couples
Always wanted to see the Pyramids and we’ve decided to go in Nov 2020. Because of the pandemic, there weren’t many tourists there. I’ll say there were more vendors and camels than tourists! Camel rides are US$ 20 per person. Pyramid is beautiful and just amazing to see in person!
Written 3 December 2020
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SteMann
France3 contributions
Nov. 2019
The place is the vibe are amazing. What really bothered me was the sellers who were trying to force their sales pitch. That ruined our experience.
Written 23 October 2020
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Linda Y
Frisco, TX4,471 contributions
Jan. 2020
The middle pyramid at Giza was built for 4th dynasty pharaoh Khafre (Chephren), the son of Khufu, around 2540 BC. It appears to be taller than his father’s pyramid, but that’s only because it was built on bedrock that is 33 ft (10 m) higher. Khafre’s Pyramid is also distinct because the peak is still capped with a white limestone casing. Originally all three of the Giza pyramids were covered with polished white stone. Through the centuries, the casing was repurposed for use in mosques and palaces.
Written 26 April 2020
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- Khafre's Pyramid is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
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