DEMO Papyrus Reed Handicrafts
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About
Hand-woven baskets, embroidered cushions and pottery made by families in the surrounding villages.
It is about a 13-minute walk from the Grand Egyptian Museum road, on Nazlet El-Semman Road. Run by the same family since 2017, the team is used to welcoming visitors from all over the world and is happy to help in English and Arabic.
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Getting there
147 Nazlet El-Semman Road, Nazlet El-Semman, Giza
Finding the entrance
About 13 minutes on foot from the Grand Egyptian Museum road. Ask for "Papyrus Reed" — most shopkeepers on Nazlet El-Semman Road know it.
Main entrance Not yet confirmed on site
Take the stairs next to the juice stand to the first floor; the sign faces the street.
Placed on the map by an editor · ±15 m
Straight-line distance. The walk may be longer — the direct line can cross a wall or a fenced area.
Opening hours
Closed nowOutside today’s hours
- Sunday
- 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Monday
- 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Tuesday
- 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday
- 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday Today
- 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Services and facilities
Services
- Air conditioned Yes
Payment
- Prices are fixed and displayed Yes
Languages spoken
- English menu or labels Yes
Facilities
- Suitable for groups Yes
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- Not confirmed on site
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- Details last checked on 7 Oct 2026
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