Audio Guide of the El Alamein War Museum

The museum is generally open every day of the week from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is located very close to the coast and is easily accessible from the main road; you can see its exact location here: View on Google Maps.

Tickets usually cost around 100 to 200 Egyptian pounds for foreign visitors, with possible extra charges if you want to use a professional camera. I recommend bringing cash in the local currency, as cards are not always accepted at the ticket office.

A full visit usually lasts between 60 and 90 minutes, which is enough time to explore the indoor galleries and the outdoor park with tanks and aircraft. It is a compact visit but full of military history.

This site commemorates one of the most decisive battles of the Second World War in North Africa, where the Allied forces halted the Axis advance. The museum displays real weapons, maps, and uniforms from the German, Italian, and British armies.

The ideal time is early in the morning, right at opening, to avoid the intense midday heat and the crowds from organized tours. Spring and autumn offer much more pleasant weather than the Egyptian summer.

The outdoor area where the heavy vehicles are displayed is flat and accessible, although access to some indoor galleries may involve steps. It is advisable to check with the staff at the entrance about the use of specific ramps.

Your visit is not complete without going to the Commonwealth Cemetery, the German Memorial, and the Italian Memorial, all of which are a short drive away. They are moving places that perfectly complement the museum’s historical perspective.

Bring water, sun protection, and comfortable shoes, as part of the exhibition is outdoors under the desert sun. To truly understand the military strategy, I suggest complementing your visit with an audio guide that explains the context of each gallery.