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The Mummification Museum on the East Bank corniche concentrates one specific topic across 11 small galleries and does it well. Exhibits show the 70-day embalming process step by step: brain extraction through the nostril, organ removal, natron drying, resin coating, and the final wrapping in 20 layers of linen. A complete embalmer's tool kit (knives, hooks, jars) sits alongside the mummified bull, cat, baboon and crocodile that demonstrate animal cult practices. The mummy of the high priest Maserharti is the centrepiece. Plan 60-90 minutes. Tickets cost 300 EGP and the museum opens 9 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM. Combine with Luxor Museum 1 km north for a focused half day on the East Bank.

Pro Tip: The lower-floor video room runs a 25-minute documentary in English on the loop - check show times at the entrance and time your visit so you arrive 5 minutes before a screening.