Exclusive to the Australian Museum in Sydney: more than 3,000 years in the making, discover over 180 ancient Egyptian treasures.
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Book now Share this page: Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Share via Email Print this page Special exhibition Now on until 19 May 2024 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. Book now Buy tickets and add-on experiences Buy AM Membership For FREE Ramses ticket Education and tourism bookings Book tickets for 10+ people 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 Australian Museum Members have access to FREE and discounted tickets for Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs. Become a Member today! 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With Tomb Talks, you’ll enjoy conversation with the experts, a welcome drink and canapés and then skip the queue for entry into Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs, where you’ll receive an exclusive spotlight tour by an expert. 2nd Tuesday/month12 December 2023 - 14 May 2024 Find out more Egypt - In Conversation Enrich your love for all things Egypt with our monthly Egypt - In Conversation series. Explore everything from hieroglyphs to hidden histories in these accessible, yet engrossing discussions of Ancient Egypt. 2nd Wednesday/month13 December 2023 - 8 May 2024 Find out more Win the adventure of a lifetime! Visit the Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs exhibition for the chance to win a $20,000 voucher to travel with Adventure World. Enter now Plan your visit Ramses and Pullman Sydney Hyde Park exclusive accommodation package Enjoy tickets to Australian Museum Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs exhibition, breakfast, activity packs and plush accommodation at Pullman Sydney Hyde Park. 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HighlightsGetting hereFunctions and venues Plan your visit Accessibility & Inclusion Visual Story: how to prepare for your visit and what to expect Follow this visual and written guide to help plan your visit to the AM. Read more Ramses & The Gold of the Pharaohs: Audio description Be transported back 3,300 years, across the sands of the Sahara Desert as you listen to this audio described guide about Ramses II, the most celebrated pharaoh in the country's storied history. Accessible content Play now Accessible and inclusive events at the Australian Museum The Australian Museum has a range of onsite accessible programs for deaf and autistic people, as well as online audio description guides to help assist blind and low vision visitors enjoy our permanent exhibitions and special events. Audio description Auslan interpretationLow-sensory Find out more Location and access Everything you need to know about planning your visit to the Australian Museum and available accessibility features and amenities. Find out more Accessibility and inclusion The Australian Museum provides access to all areas of the museum for people in wheelchairs and mobility scooters, and a range of inclusive programs. Accessible exhibitsInclusive Programs Learn more Proudly supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW Blockbusters Funding initiative. NSW Gov RGB Reversed 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. Neon Global WHE HMNS Major Partner Adventure World Travel - Travel with Purpose Program Partner Macquarie University (Colour horizontal) FAQs How much are tickets? All prices are listed on Ticketmaster. All prices include GST but booking fees apply.Purchase your tickets now at ticketmaster.com.auAM Member: Access to free and discounted ticketsEach adult AM Member receives 1 x free ticketEach child AM Member receives 1 x 25% off discounted ticketDo not buy tickets from un-authorised re-sellers. You risk buying fraudulent or invalid tickets. Can you buy tickets at the door? Tickets will be available to buy at the door, but we encourage you to buy tickets online to ensure that you secure your preferred session time. It is expected that popular sessions will sell out. From what age are children charged for entry? Children three years and over will be charged entry to Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs. What is a Golden Ticket? Ramses & the Gold of the Pharoahs Golden Ticket allows you entry to any Peak or Off-Peak session from the 15 December 2023.Inclusions:Entry to the exhibition at any time during opening hoursTicket includes Audio GuideOne-time, single entry onlyValid for sessions from 15 December 2023.During particularly busy periods, a short wait may be required from arrival to exhibition entry due to fire and safety capacity regulations.Please note: Golden Tickets are available for purchase online only and cannot be purchased onsite. What are the Concession ticket price categories? Concession cards must be shown upon admission to receive the reduced ticket prices:Seniors Card-holders (all states)International seniors aged over 60 yearsInternational Student Card-holdersAustralian Student Card-holdersCentrelink Healthcare Card-holdersAustralian Government Pension Card-holdersAustralian Veterans' Affairs Card-holders. What is the age limit for children’s tickets? The age limit for children's tickets is 15 years and under. What age is the exhibition aimed at? The exhibition is for all ages. The Virtual Reality experience is recommended for ages 8 and over. Is there pram access? Prams are not allowed inside the Ramses exhibition space. There is limited, unsupervised pram parking available in designated areas within the museum and close to the exhibition entrance.More information on the Australian Museum’s accessibility features can be found here. Are food and drinks allowed? Food and beverages are not permitted in our galleries or exhibition spaces to ensure the preservation of our important collections. This includes water bottles. Are we able to take photographs? Yes, except no flash photography is allowed and commercial photography is not permitted. What does my ticket include/exclude? Your ticket includes entry to Ramses & The Gold of the Pharaohs exhibition. General admission to the Australian Museum is free of charge.Exhibition tickets do not include entry to the virtual reality experience, this must be purchased separately. What is the virtual reality experience? The exhibition will feature an immersive 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. What is the minimum age for the virtual reality experience? The VR experience is recommended for ages 8 and over, but it is the parent's discretion as some children may find the experience scary. Do I need a separate ticket for the virtual reality experience? Yes. What time is my virtual reality experience? Your ticket gives you access at any time of day, so you simply line up in the queue to participate. Should I do the virtual reality experience before or after seeing the exhibition? The virtual reality experience can be done before or after your visit to the exhibition. Wait times for the virtual reality experience may be long, so please consider this when planning your visit to the Museum. How do I access the audio guide I purchased for the exhibition? The day before your visit, you will be emailed a link to the audio tour. Please bring your smart device and headphones.Alternatively, we have limited devices which can be borrowed. What if I need to change my tickets? In the case of sickness or unforeseen circumstances, tickets may be exchanged and rescheduled to a different date pending ticket availability. If a guest wishes to reschedule, it is recommended that guests contact Ticketmaster via the link https://help.ticketmaster.com.au/hc/en-au no less than two (2) weeks prior to their initial visit. What is your refund policy? All tickets, including the exhibition audio guide and virtual reality experience, are non-refundable.By upgrading to a Secure Ticket, in the case of sickness or unforeseen circumstances, tickets may be exchanged or rescheduled subject to availability as stated in Ticketmaster's Secure Ticket Terms and Conditions.To reschedule your ticket, please contact Ticketmaster no less than two (2) weeks prior to your planned visit. How do I make an education or group booking? For education or group bookings, please visit the Groups Booking page. Session times – how long can we stay in the exhibition? We recommend at least 60 minutes to experience the exhibition. Why are the entry times every 15 minutes? This is to ensure a continual flow of visitors and to minimise queues. You can stay in the exhibition as long as you like, but we recommend setting aside 60 minutes to be able to see everything. Why can't I book when a session says it is 'available'? Unfortunately, because sessions are selling out so fast and have strict capacity limits sometimes there were only a handful of slots left in a session – so it may say "available" but if your ticket order was for more than is available, then it won’t let you proceed.When you go into a session, if it says “limited availability” at the top, that means there are less than ten slots left, most likely less than five. Due to current requirements, Ticketmaster is unable to process more than six people through one transaction – so if you need tickets for more than six, you will need to purchase them in a se… truncated (7,635 more characters in archive)