Bent Pyramid, Dahshur

The short answer

Bent Pyramid Entry Ticket is a 1-day attraction ticket covering the Bent Pyramid and archaeological area at Dahshur in Cairo, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.

• Archaeology & history
• Cultural

Snapshot

Good to know

Destinations

Cairo

Background

The facts

Suited to

Is this for you?

What lingers

• 01 Ticket to the Bent Pyramid at Dahshur included – designed for Pharaoh Sneferu, Fourth Dynasty (c. 2600 BC).
• 02 Retains original polished limestone casing on lower courses – unlike Khufu at Giza, visible architectural evolution.
• 03 Located in Dahshur; approximately 45-minute private car transfer from the Giza Plateau, depending on traffic.
• 04 Interior access is subject to site openings; narrow corridors mean entry may be restricted for safety.
• 05 Unlike quick bus itineraries, allow two hours to compare the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid in Dahshur.

The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

1. 01 How do I get to the Bent Pyramid from Cairo?

   The Bent Pyramid is at Dahshur, about 40 km south of central Cairo (roughly a 45–60 minute drive). We arrange private cars and Egyptologists as a licensed Egyptian tour operator; public transport is possible but slow and indirect. Allow extra time for Cairo traffic and occasional security checks at the site entrance.
2. 02 Can I go inside the Bent Pyramid?

   Interior access to the Bent Pyramid is sometimes permitted but can be restricted by Egyptian authorities. Standard site entrance is covered by this ticket; access to internal chambers may require a separate small fee or a daily permit. The internal passages are low and sloping – not suitable for everyone – and access rules can change with conservation work.
3. 03 How long should I plan to visit the Bent Pyramid?

   Plan 45–90 minutes for a focused visit to the Bent Pyramid site. That allows walking around the base, photographing the change in slope, and seeing the small onsite displays if open. Many clients combine Dahshur with Saqqara or Giza; Dahshur generally has far fewer visitors than the Giza Plateau.
4. 04 Is the Bent Pyramid suitable for people with limited mobility?

   Accessibility is limited: the site has loose sand, uneven stone, steps and slopes. There are no continuous paved routes and internal passages include steep, narrow sections unsuitable for most wheelchairs. We can advise alternatives, arrange closer vehicle drop-offs, or suggest other nearby viewpoints that reduce walking.
5. 05 Are guided tours available at the Bent Pyramid?

   Yes – we can provide a private Egyptologist and vehicle for a guided visit to the Bent Pyramid. Our Egyptologists discuss Sneferu’s architectural experiments and the archaeology of Dahshur; visits are private rather than large coach groups. Compared with standard packaged coach trips, we allow longer stops and flexible pacing.
6. 06 Can I visit the Bent Pyramid with Saqqara and the Giza Pyramids in one day?

   You can visit Dahshur, Saqqara and Giza in a single long day, but expect a full and busy schedule. We usually recommend splitting into two half-days if you want time inside tombs or the Egyptian Museum. Allow about 45–90 minutes driving between sites depending on traffic and your chosen order of visit.