– IMMERSIVE EXHIBITION –
We recommend from 11 years old (even if the minimum age is 8 years old)
The Horizon of Cheops: a VR expedition in the heart of ancient Egypt
Put on a virtual reality headset and set off on a journey out of time: The Horizon of Khufu propels you back 4,500 years, to the time when the pyramids dominated the Giza plateau. The idea is simple (and ultra-effective): you physically wander around in a real space… while VR takes you inside the Great Pyramid, its “forbidden” corridors, and the mysterious Queen’s chamber.
Khufu in 6 points
- Travel back in time : total immersion in ancient Egypt, 4,500 years ago.
- Free movement : you actually walk during the experience (“expedition” format).
- “Open” Pyramid of Giza : Exploring usually inaccessible corridors and the Queen’s chamber.
- “Wow” moment : possibility to “meet” the goddess Bastet (mythology & mysteries atmosphere).
- Compact format : 45 min VR, but allow 1 hour in total (locker, equipment, briefing).
- Historical credibility: experience developed with Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian (Harvard).
Why we like it
- A real alternative to “classic” museums: you live the story, you don’t read it.
- The indoor format is easy to fit into a weekend.
- Top plan “family and teenager”: it’s immersive, technological, and it speaks to everyone.
The team’s opinion
If your kids love Egypt, the pyramids, the Egyptian gods or VR: go for it.
We recommend especially from the age of 11 to be really comfortable (even if the minimum age is 8 years old). And good point: it’s an experience in small groups, so you quickly feel “in the adventure”.
Practical information
- AGE : from 8 years old (recommended from 11 years old). Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
- DURATION : 45 min VR (allow 1 hour in total).
- LOCATION : Avenue du Port 86C, 1000 Brussels.
- ACCÈS (transports) :
- Bus: lines 14, 15, 57, 88, 89 – Tour & Taxis stop
- Tram : lines 51, 93 – Sainctelette stop (about 5 min walk)
- Metro : lines 2, 6 – Yser & Ribaucourt stops (about 10 min walk)
- ACCESSIBILITY : place accessible to people in wheelchairs.
- LANGUAGES : FR / EN / NL.
- ATTIRE : come in comfortable clothing, plus suitable shoes (and avoid caps/hats). Lockers are provided for bags and personal belongings.
- PARKING : 2 car parks on the site
Questions
Yes, everything is done indoors (air-conditioned place).
Minimum age 8 years old, but it is more suitable from 11 years old. Children under 16 years old must be accompanied
Yes, it is possible: the team on site helps with the adjustment of the helmet.
No: it’s designed to walk for 45 min. If necessary, you can come with a mobility aid (wheelchair / walker)
Yes, it is recommended that you arrive 15 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket.
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