The sands of time have shifted, unearthing a gateway into the storied world of Ancient Egypt just an hour train ride – or two hour drive – from Edinburgh. Now open at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow, Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition uses a fascinating fusion of cutting-edge technology and authentic artefacts and replicas to bring history to life. You’ll be able to journey through the Valley of the Kings, follow in the footprints of archaeologist Howard Carter and witness the mummification of the boy pharaoh himself.
If you’re in Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival this August, why not throw a dose of immersive history into your week of comedy, music and cabaret? Glasgow is just a day trip away from Edinburgh, giving you a chance to make the most of your time in Scotland by exploring its storied port city and journeying into Ancient Egypt while you’re at it.
What can you expect at Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition?
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition has already captivated over 2 million visitors around the world, with successful runs in Cairo, Madrid, Barcelona, Vienna and many more cities around the world – it even recently went down a storm with a limited run in London. Now, Scotland can venture into a fascinating piece of history as it has opened its doors in Glasgow.
This breathtaking immersion in an ancient world is made possible thanks to spellbinding 360-degree projections – one moment cocooning you in an avalanche of glittering jewels, the next sweeping you past looming pyramids – and a cutting-edge virtual reality experience which whisks you away into the perilous afterlife. There’s even a hologram room depicting the mummification process and an interactive metaverse experience where you can put yourself in Howard Carter’s shoes as you explore the tomb of Tutankhamun.
It’s not every day you can say you roamed through a land of gods and kings, floated down the Nile into a paradisiacal afterlife and saw a sacred ritual unfold right before you.
This immersive exhibition combines science, history and technology to give you a window into the time of Tutankhamun. As well as the compelling digital experiences, you’ll be able to explore two treasure rooms packed with artefacts and replicas. Feast your eyes on funeral shabtis, ornate vases and statuettes and much more.
Whether you’re looking to satiate an Ancient Egypt obsession, treat the kids to an enlightening adventure or soak up some knowledge, Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition lets you experience history like never before.