WORLD PREMIERE

Egypt exhibition Pharaohs and Queens
enchant Venice

From 12/26/2024 in Venice

From 12/26/2024
in Venice

The 'experience

“Egypt Exhibition” is a world premiere exhibition telling the great love stories between pharaohs and queens, revealing the romantic and fascinating side of Ancient Egypt. A journey into the heart of a millenary civilization, on 2000 SQM of Palazzo Zaguri in Venice, 4 floors, 36 rooms, 150 showcases, over 1000 objects a unique exhibition in the world. “Egypt Exhibition” passions, alliances and legends that intertwined the lives of the dynasties of ancient Egypt, such as Rameses and Nefertari, Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun, Cleopatra and Marco Antonio. All this in a never-before-seen world premiere suitable for a wide audience. The tour includes for all visitors, students of all levels, an audio guide who will masterfully engage and explain the stories and objects featured.

The Great Icons of Ancient Egypt: Rameses, Nefertari, Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun

Mythical Figures and Legendary Loves.
Let the stories of the great protagonists of ancient Egypt transport you. The exhibition’s corridors will lead you to the lives and feelings of such immortal figures as Rameses the Great and Queen Nefertari, the couple who symbolized the power and beauty of the Egyptian dynasty. You will also explore the story of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun and his queen Ankhesenamun, united by a love as strong as it is mysterious.

Unique objects and precious historical details
Through thousands of artifacts, reliefs and grave goods, the exhibition will reveal fascinating details of the lives of these legendary figures, from tales of glory to stories of love and tragedy that left an indelible mark on Egyptian culture. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see these treasures up close and discover the human face of an extraordinary civilization.

Why should schools see the exhibition?

Why should everyone visit the exhibition?

General Info

Opening Hours: Open daily from Dec. 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (last admission 4:30 p.m.)

Useful information

  • The duration of the visit is about 60 minutes.
  • The experience is suitable for all ages.

Tickets

AUDIO GUIDE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

  • Full price : 18.00€
  • Reduced: 15,00€
  • Reduced 6-12 years old / over 65: 15€
  • Reduced Conventions (students, faculty, military, law enforcement, disabled, must show personal ID at the ticket office free of charge children up to 5 years old and accompanying disabled persons): 15€
  • FAMILY GROUP

    2 adults and 2 children at 60,00€

FAMILY GROUP
2 adults + 1 child at: 45,00€

Reduced Groups: 14.00€ MINIMUM 15 MAXIMUM 25 PAX
Reduced Schools: 10.00€ MAXIMUM 25 PAX
Specialized guided tour upon request and reservation € 50.00

Where are we

Address

Campo San Maurizio, 2668, 30124 Venice VE

Directions from the Railway Station and Rome Square:

Walking: It is a 15-minute walk

Vaporetto line 2 > St. Mark’s direction →Academy stop

Vaporetto line 1 > direction S. Marco→ stop Accademia or S. Maria del Giglio

From Parking Tronchetto
Vaporetto line 2 > S. Marco direction→Academy stop

From San Marco square
Walking distance is 5 minutes

From Academy Walking distance is 5 minutes

From Guggenheim
Walking distance is 10 minutes

From Palazzo Grassi
Walking distance is 10 minutes

From Fenice
Walking distance is 3 minutes

Contact us

FAQ

The visit lasts about 120 minutes.

Yes, the experience is suitable for all ages, with trails and content designed to be enjoyed by all

Yes, we recommend that you reserve tickets in advance to ensure that you have access to the exhibition at your desired time.

Exhibition Venue

Palazzo Zaguri – A Unique Historical Context in Venice
The exhibition will be held at the renowned Palazzo Zaguri in Venice, one of the city’s most prestigious and impressive venues. Spanning four floors and more than 3,000 square meters of exhibition space, Zaguri Palace offers a unique environment where you can immerse yourself in the grandeur and excitement of ancient Egypt.

A World Showcase for Egyptian Culture.
This world premiere will allow people to admire thousands of rare and precious objects never before exhibited. Within the halls of the Zaguri Palace, the public will be able to get up close to the lives and deep connections of iconic figures such as Rameses, Nefertari, Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun.

A strategic choice in the heart of Venice Situated in the heart of Venice, Palazzo Zaguri is easily accessible and offers visitors an immersive cultural experience that connects the historic charm of the lagoon city to the millennia-old culture of ancient Egypt.