Navigation Tips for All Routes

Getting Oriented

- Pick up free map at entrance (multiple languages) - Download museum app for GPS-style navigation - Information desks at major intersections - Gallery guards happy to give directions

Managing Energy

- Morning energy for must-sees - After lunch for quieter exploration - Take breaks before exhaustion - Quality over quantity always

Smart Phone Strategy

- Download offline maps before visiting - Bring portable charger - Airplane mode saves battery - Photos allowed (no flash)

When Lost

- Return to Pyramid (all paths lead there) - Ask any guard for directions - Look for elevator banks (good landmarks) - Don't panic—getting lost leads to discoveries!

Crowd Management

- Mona Lisa busiest 10 AM-12 PM and 2-4 PM - Rainy days more crowded - Tuesday/Thursday mornings calmest - Late evenings magical (Wednesday/Friday)

Remember: These routes are suggestions, not requirements. Feel free to wander, wonder, and make your own discoveries. The best route is the one that brings you joy!# Part 3: The Collections - Egyptian Antiquities