• Admission
    Extended exhibition opening hours from 9am
  • Ancient Egyptian treasures
    Discover over 180 priceless ancient Egyptian treasures
  • VR experience
    Enhance your visit with an immersive virtual reality experience

Transport yourself back 3,300 years, across the sands of the Sahara Desert where you reach the heartbeat of Ancient Egypt ruled by the most celebrated pharaoh in the country's storied history. Experience one of the greatest collections of its kind in this Australian-first exhibition, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs.



Discover ancient relics from Ramses the Great


This all-new multisensory museum experience provides visitors with a window into the life and accomplishments of Ramses II, more commonly known as Ramses the Great, who ruled Egypt for 67 years – the second longest reign for any pharaoh, living an astonishing 92 years. Exclusive to Sydney, Ramses & Gold of the Pharaohs features 182 priceless artefacts including the sarcophagus of Ramses II - one of the most impressive royal coffins from ancient Egypt ever to be discovered – and other treasures and one-of-a-kind relics, some of which have never left Egypt before. On this immersive journey visitors will discover a stunningly preserved collection of artefacts, including sarcophagi, animal mummies, magnificent jewellery, spectacular royal masks, exquisite amulets, and ornate golden treasures of the tomb, showcasing the superb workmanship of Egyptian artisans.

The exhibition also features a virtual reality experience that takes you on a whirlwind tour of two of Ramses' most impressive monuments: the temples of Abu Simbel and the Tomb of Queen Nefertari, the favourite Royal Consort of Pharaoh Ramses II. In cinematic motion chairs, viewers will fly through temples, sandstorms, and even come face-to-face with Ramses' mummy in this electrifying animated journey. Purchase the VR experience during your Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs ticket purchase checkout as an add-on.

Visitors with low vision can also listen to our free audio described guide about exhibition here on our website.

This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is both educational and exhilarating. Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs will give visitors an up-close look into the life, achievements, and stunning monuments of Ramses the Great.


TICKET PRICES
Ticket Type Peak (Weekends/Holidays and Peak Demand) Off-Peak
Family of 4 $149 $125
Adult (16+ years) $52 $43
Concession $38 $32
Child (3-15 years) $34 $29
Child (0-2 years) FREE FREE
Golden Ticket (online only) $99 $99
Adult Groups NA $34
School Groups NA $17
Audio Guide $11 $11
Virtual Reality Experience $30 $30

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Proudly supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW Blockbusters Funding initiative.



Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs is presented in partnership with Neon, World Heritage Exhibitions and the Houston Museum of Natural Science, with the support of Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.



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