The Sphinx is a statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human being carved out of limestone. It is believed that the ancient Egyptians built it during the reign of Pharaoh Khafra 2558-2532 BC, located on the Giza Plateau on the West Bank of the Nile in Giza in Cairo, and the statue is located in front of the pyramid of Khafra, which It is among the pyramids of Giza.
The Sphinx is also a guard of the plateau, and is the oldest known large sculptures, as it is about 73.5 meters in length.
This statue and the surrounding pyramids is considered one of the most important tourist places in Cairo, as we advise you after missing an opportunity to visit these historical monuments.
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The best activities you can do in the Sphinx
• You can enjoy a camel trek, as you can rent camels for a certain period and tour the Great Sphinx of Egypt and the Pyramids.
• You can learn about the history of this great statue and many opinions about it and about how it was built and how the statue lost its nose.
• Then you can complete your journey towards the three famous pyramids of Giza, Egypt, the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure.
Visit times and entry ticket prices
The Sphinx of Egypt is available for visiting all days of the week from 8:00 in the morning until 5:00 in the evening.
Visiting the statue is free.
The best Cairo hotels near the Great Sphinx of Egypt site
Mina House is a 5-star hotel with a very good rating among the best Cairo hotels, as it is less than 10 minutes’ walk from the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids.
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The hotel has received great reviews about location, view, services, staff, and cleanliness.
Four Seasons Hotel First Residence Cairo is one of the best 5-star hotels in Egypt, as it is less than 30 minutes by car from the Great Sphinx of Egypt and the Pyramids.
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
Overall great hotel reviews.
The statue’s location on Google Map
