Historic Site · Giza, Egypt
Pyramids of Giza
The Giza pyramid complex (also called the Giza necropolis) in Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid, the pyramid of Khafre, and the pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx.
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Landmark facts
| Location | Giza, Egypt |
|---|---|
| Type | Historic Site |
| Elevation | Elevation: 27 m |
| Coordinates | 29.9761° N, 31.1328° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Pyramids of Giza is known for
The Giza pyramid complex (also called the Giza necropolis) in Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid, the pyramid of Khafre, and the pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx.
About Pyramids of Giza
The Giza pyramid complex (also called the Giza necropolis) in Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid, the pyramid of Khafre, and the pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx. All were built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of ancient Egypt, between c. 2600 – c.
History
Most construction theories are based on the idea that the pyramids were built by moving huge stones from a quarry and dragging and lifting them into place. Disagreements arise over the feasibility of the different proposed methods by which the stones were conveyed and placed. One likely method of transportation involved placing large slabs of stone on wooden sledges, and pushing it over ground that had been wet down with water to facilitate a smoother transfer of materials.
Best time to visit
October to April — cooler weather for exploring; summer is very hot.
How to get there
| Nearest town | Giza |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Cairo International Airport (CAI) |
| Distance from the airport | 19.2 miles (straight line) |
Nearest major airport by straight-line distance from the landmark’s coordinates; road distance will be longer.
Airports near this landmark
The airports a visitor would actually fly into, nearest first — each link opens its profile on our sister site AirportProfiles.
- Sphinx International Airport (SPX) · Al Jiza, Egypt · 16.9 miles away
- Cairo International Airport (CAI) · Cairo, Egypt · 18.3 miles away
- Alexandria International Airport (HBE) · Alexandria, Egypt · 108.1 miles away
Landmarks nearby
The closest landmarks in this library, by straight-line distance.
Where to stay nearby
Places to stay near Pyramids of Giza, with a link to each place's own site.
- Marriott Mena House, Cairo · Giza
Historic palace hotel by the pyramids
- Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo · Giza
Hotel facing the Giza plateau
Where to eat nearby
Places to eat near Pyramids of Giza, with a link to each place's own site.
- 9 Pyramids Lounge · Giza plateau
Open-air lounge facing the pyramids
- Felfela · Giza
Egyptian restaurant near the pyramids
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pyramids of Giza?
The Giza pyramid complex (also called the Giza necropolis) in Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid, the pyramid of Khafre, and the pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx.
Where is Pyramids of Giza located?
Pyramids of Giza is in Giza, Egypt. Its coordinates are 29.9761° N, 31.1328° E.
How do I get to Pyramids of Giza?
The nearest town is Giza, and the nearest airport is Cairo International Airport (CAI), about 19.2 miles away (straight line).
When is the best time to visit Pyramids of Giza?
October to April — cooler weather for exploring; summer is very hot.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giza_pyramid_complex — Wikipedia article — overview, history and core facts (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12508 — Wikidata — built year, architect, height/size, visitors, official website (CC0).
- https://github.com/jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports — Nearest major airport computed from landmark and airport coordinates (haversine); airport list: jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports.
- https://www.egypt.travel/en/ — Official tourism / managing-body page — best time to visit.
Page last updated 13 November 2026.