Museums and art galleries in Alexandria

Museums & Art Centers

Alexandria’s cultural landscape spans from antiquity to contemporary international exchange. The city’s history is showcased through the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, and the Alexandria National Museum’s collection of Pharaonic and Islamic artifacts. The Royal Jewelry Museum displays rare treasures from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty in an opulent 20th-century palace, while various international cultural centers host contemporary art exhibitions, film screenings, and educational workshops.

Museums & Art Centers — Map

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Citadel of Qaitbay

One of the city's landmarks erected on the site where the legendary Alexandria lighthouse once was.

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Royal Jewelry Museum

Museum housed in a historic 20th-century palace featuring a rare collection of Egyptian royal jewelry and artifacts from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty.

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Alexandria National Museum

An extensive archaeological museum. The collection ranges from Egyptian artefacts to Islamic era.

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Mosaic Mseum

An open-air museum showcasing Roman and Greek mosaic floors and wall fragments discovered during archaeological excavations across the city.

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Bibliotheca Alexandrina Planetarium

A spherical dome theater within the Bibliotheca Alexandrina complex featuring immersive astronomical shows and an interactive science museum.

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French Cultural Centre

Housed in a historic villa, this center hosts contemporary art exhibitions, film screenings, and maintains a library focused on French culture.

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Goethe-Institut Alexandria

The German cultural center provides a platform for contemporary art, hosting regular workshops, film festivals, and cultural exchange events.

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Jesuit Cultural Center

A community-focused arts hub located in a historic building, hosting independent film screenings, theater performances, and creative workshops.

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