Tomb of the Pharaohs

Journey through 11 recreated burial chambers and explore more than 450 artifacts and hand-crafted treasures that tell the story of Egypt’s legendary rulers. From towering statues and gold-encrusted relics to life-like tomb scenes, this immersive indoor exhibition brings 3,000 years of history vividly to life.

Getting started

Your ticket includes general admission to Tomb of the Pharaohs in Cairns. Arrive a little early to make the most of your time, then move at your own pace through the galleries. The venue is fully indoors, air-conditioned, and accessible, with lifts, even ground surfaces, and restrooms available for your comfort.

What to expect

• The Silver Pharaoh’s Tomb: Step inside a faithful reconstruction of King Shoshenq II’s burial chamber, complete with his extraordinary solid-silver coffin shaped like a falcon.

• Treasures of Queen Nefertari: Admire gem-encrusted jewelry and ornate artifacts linked to Egypt’s most celebrated queen.

• King Tut’s Legacy: Encounter reproductions of Tutankhamun’s golden relics, displayed as they would have appeared when first uncovered in the Valley of the Kings.

• Saqqara’s Earliest Tombs: Travel back 4,500 years to view the burial practices of Egypt’s earliest dynasties, connected to the iconic Step Pyramid.

• Hieroglyphs & inscriptions: Learn to interpret the carved symbols that recorded the lives, rituals, and beliefs of pharaohs and their people.

• Life-like scenes & mummified animals: See recreated chambers, sacred statues, and preserved animals that reveal the rituals of the afterlife.

• Colossal statuary: Stand beneath towering stone figures of Ramses, Akhenaten, and Amenhotep III, recreated in dramatic scale.

• Gift shop stop: Finish your journey by browsing Egyptian-inspired keepsakes, from hand-carved artifacts to jewelry that echoes the treasures of the tombs.