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The Red Pyramid at Dahshur seen across the flat desert in hazy daylight.
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Red Pyramid

The Red Pyramid at Dahshur, some 26 km south of central Cairo, was built for Pharaoh Sneferu around 2600 BC and is considered the first successful smooth-sided pyramid. At about 105 m it is the third-largest pyramid in Egypt, named after the reddish limestone exposed when its white casing was removed. Visitors can climb to the entrance and descend into its corbelled chambers.

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Opening hours
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source egymonuments.gov.eg

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week
Mon08:00–17:00
Tue08:00–17:00
Wed08:00–17:00
Thu08:00–17:00
Fri08:00–17:00
Sat08:00–17:00
Sun08:00–17:00

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Red Pyramid?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00.

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