Overview
The Great Sphinx of Giza is a massive single block of limestone carved into a lion's body with the head of a pharaoh, widely believed to depict King Khafre. Standing 73 meters long and 20 meters tall, it is the largest and oldest monolithic statue in the world, carved roughly 4,500 years ago. Despite its damaged nose, it still keeps watch over the Giza complex as its guardian. The nightly sound-and-light show frames the Sphinx as the narrator of Egypt's history. Admission included with Giza pyramids ticket.
Opening Hours
Daily 08:00-17:00 (sound and light show 19:00, 20:00)
Travel Tips
The viewing terrace in front of the Sphinx offers the iconic shot with the pyramids behind. Korean-language sessions of the sound-and-light show are limited - check the schedule.
Hotels near Great Sphinx of Giza
Hotels and guesthouses in Cairo, Giza, Cairo
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Pyramids of Giza
The only surviving wonder of the ancient world, anchored by the Great Pyramid of Khufu.
Egyptian Museum
A world-class museum home to over 120,000 ancient artifacts, including Tutankhamun's golden mask.
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Cairo's largest traditional bazaar since the 14th century, packed with spices, jewelry, and handicrafts.
Citadel of Saladin
A medieval fortress built by Saladin in the 12th century, crowned by the Muhammad Ali Mosque.
Coptic Cairo
An ancient religious quarter where early Christian churches and a synagogue cluster together.
Al-Azhar Mosque
Founded in 970, one of the oldest universities in the Islamic world and an active mosque.