TUTANKHAMUN: THE IMMERSIVE EXHIBITION NOW OPEN AT THE NEC CAMPUS, BIRMINGHAM
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19TH June 2026 – Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition has officially opened its doors at The NEC Campus, Birmingham for a strictly limited 12-week run.
Running until September 13th 2026 only, the multi award-winning exhibition welcomes visitors for an extraordinary journey through Ancient Egypt, exploring the myths and mysteries surrounding Pharaoh Tutankhamun using a combination of cutting-edge technology with historical storytelling, original artefacts and replicas.
Following hugely successful runs in cities including Madrid, Hamburg, Cairo, Sao Paulo, Barcelona, Vienna, Malmö, London, Glasgow and Stockholm, the top-rated 2,000 square metre exhibition invites visitors to step back in time and embark upon an exhilarating journey through ancient Egypt, discovering the myths and mysteries surrounding Pharaoh Tutankhamun.
Created in collaboration with Egyptologists and historians, the exhibition features one of Europe’s most expansive immersive video mapping rooms with projections on 8-metre-high surfaces. Blending cutting-edge technology with Egyptian history, the Birmingham edition of Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition will transport visitors through multiple creatively designed galleries that delve into the fascinating lives of ancient Egyptians.
Guests will first discover a ‘walking anubis’, before entering the first of three treasure rooms which leads into a museal area presenting captivating background stories about Egyptian civilization alongside carefully curated replicas and artefacts.
Following this, the experience continues into a huge immersive video mapping room which recounts the rich history of Egypt, its natural landscapes, cultural heritage, the life of Tutankhamun, his tomb, and its groundbreaking discovery. The moment of the tomb’s discovery is described in a recorded interview with Howard Carter, the famous British archaeologist who made the discovery, adding an extraordinary layer of authenticity to the experience. Right before entering the metaverse – in which you are Howard Carter exploring the tomb – there is a recreated scenic set up of Howard Carter’s tent, in which there is a display of the facsimiles of his notebooks, together with more background info and black-and-white historical images of him at work. A great way to immerse yourself further into the world of archaeology.
Visitors will also embark on a 360-degree seated virtual reality experience, journeying into the mystical Egyptian afterlife before stepping into an interactive digital metaverse walk-through of the Valley of the Kings, exploring Howard Carter’s basecamp, and reliving the monumental moment of the 1922 discovery in its full glory.
At the end of the experience, every visitor will be able to capture a memento of their day with a photograph in the AI photobooth where they will be transformed into a citizen of ancient Egypt.
The approximate 85-minute journey through ancient Egypt’s rich history and mythology features a wealth of educational and informative displays, historical documents, original artefacts and replicas from ancient Egypt, and has been designed with children, families, schools and history enthusiasts in mind, as well as those interested in ground-breaking technology. The soundtrack has been composed specifically for the experience and is performed by an orchestra, immersing visitors further into the magic of ancient Egypt.
Promising a truly unforgettable journey into the world of ancient Egypt, Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition has already wowed 2.5 million visitors worldwide garnering widespread acclaim and winning three prestigious Telly Awards.
Located in Hall 11 of The NEC Campus in Birmingham, this exciting new exhibition is easy to access via train, bus and car and offers an experience exhilarating, entertaining and educational in equal measure. Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition joins a packed line-up of family-friendly events and experiences at the NEC Campus, with Peppa Pig Space Adventure, The Gladiators Experience and Titanic Exhibition all taking place this summer.
Deputy CEO of the NEC, Sarah Harvey, said: “It’s so exciting to be bringing Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition to The NEC Campus this summer. As the Nation’s Experience Capital, we’re always exploring ways to bring exciting new content to our venues, and this exhibition fits perfectly with that ambition.”
Chris Naunton, British Egyptologist, journalist, author and show ambassador says: “Tutankhamun’s story has everything, a boy king, extraordinary treasure, mystery and one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in history. This exhibition brings that story to life in a truly immersive way, combining cutting-edge technology with fascinating historical detail. Whether you’re a lifelong Egypt enthusiast or discovering Tutankhamun for the first time, it’s a unique opportunity to experience the drama, spectacle and enduring appeal of one of the ancient world’s most iconic figures.”
Tickets are priced from £22 for adult General Admission (16+), £15.50 for Children and Family Bundles (4-6 tickets) from £16.50. The Pharoah Package is priced from £47 including entry into the experience and a range of merchandise. A £2 booking fee will be added at checkout. Schools can apply for a special group booking rate via the website.
As part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings initiative, which introduces a temporary reduction in VAT, Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition is passing 100% of the VAT saving directly on to visitors through reduced family and child ticket prices booked until 1 September, helping families enjoy an unforgettable day out for less this summer.
The experience runs for a strictly limited 12-week run from 19th June – 13th September in Hall 11 of the NEC Campus. Tickets are available to purchase now, using the link HERE!