Ron Tan, Group CEO of NEON, said, “We are truly honored to present Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold at NEON at Battersea Power Station. At a time when the world is celebrating the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, this remarkable experience offers a timely and extraordinary journey into one of humanity’s greatest civilizations. By uniting priceless artefacts with immersive storytelling, we bring the wonder of Ancient Egypt to life in a way audiences have never experienced before. As Battersea continues its cultural evolution, we look forward to welcoming London to discover the richness, legacy, and enduring fascination of Ramses the Great through this world-class experience.”

Dr. Mohamed Ismail, Minister of Antiquities of Egypt, said: “Ramses the Great was a remarkable pharaoh who helped shape the legacy of Egypt. Many of these treasured artefacts have never travelled outside the country before, and London is about to witness something extraordinary. This exhibition provides a rare opportunity for people to come face to face with the world of Ramses in all its glory before they are returned to Egypt and placed at the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum. It is my hope that by discovering the story of Ramses, audiences will be inspired to explore Ancient Egypt further and to deepen their appreciation for its enduring cultural importance.”

Renee Moran, Head of Asset Management at Battersea Power Station Development Company, said:

“We’re delighted to be working with NEON again to bring an exciting new exhibition to Battersea Power Station following the hugely popular Jurassic World: The Experience. NEON’s rolling program of world-class experiences, supports our vision to deliver a vibrant cultural hub at Battersea Power Station and we are excited to welcome Londoners and visitors from further afield to the new Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold exhibition in February.”

With over 150 shops, bars, restaurants and leisure experiences now open at Battersea Power Station, it’s the perfect place for visitors to the new Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold Exhibition to spend a full day out with family and friends.

Visitors will be able to join the waitlist through Fever from 10am BST on the 4th December 2025, receiving an exclusive 20% early-bird discount on tickets. The presale begins on 9th December at 10am, with public bookings open from 10thDecember at 10am.

General admission prices for Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold start at £24.90 for adults, with discounted tickets available for children and seniors.

For more information and to book tickets, visit RamsesTheExhibition.co.uk

In celebration of this exhibition opening, NEON will provide 5,000 complimentary tickets to local schools, allowing students to experience the exhibitions firsthand. Additionally, 10,000 off peak tickets will be available throughout the run at £15 each, furthering NEON’s commitment to making world-class cultural experiences accessible to all.

Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold is the must-see exhibition of 2026. Audiences are encouraged to register early and secure their place on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure into the ancient world.

1.  His Mummy Was So Well Preserved, France Gave It a Passport When Ramses II’s mummy was flown to Paris for conservation in 1976, it was issued an official Egyptian passport listing his occupation as “King (deceased).”
2. He Ruled for Nearly Seven Decades - and Outlived His Enemies Ramses II reigned for almost 67 years, making him one of the longest-ruling pharaohs in Egyptian history. While most pharaohs died young, Ramses made it to his 90s - practically ancient for his time. Compared to Tutankhamun’s teenage death and Cleopatra’s midlife end, Ramses was the Iron Man of ancient Egypt and outlived most of his enemies and even his children.
3. He Built Egypt’s Greatest Landmarks (and Took Credit for a Few He Didn’t) Ramses was Egypt’s ultimate builder-king. From the towering temples at Abu Simbel to the massive Hypostyle Hall at Karnak, his monuments were built to impress gods and mortals alike. He even carved his name over earlier kings’ work to make sure no one forgot who ruled Egypt’s golden age.
4. He Was a Family Man - With Over 100 Kids Ramses fathered around 100 children. His sprawling royal family filled palaces and temples but also created succession headaches. Some daughters even became wives to preserve royal bloodlines.
5. He Wrote the World’s First Peace Treaty After the bloody Battle of Kadesh against the Hittites, Ramses claimed victory - but the truth was more complicated. In 1258 BCE, he signed the first recorded peace treaty in history, ending decades of conflict with diplomacy instead of swords!
6. He Might Have Inspired Egyptology His son Khaemwaset, a high priest, is considered the world’s first archaeologist. He restored ancient monuments and recorded their histories, making Ramses II the father of archaeology by proxy.
7. He Was a Fashion Icon Ramses wore fine linen robes, gold jewelry, and the iconic Nemes headdress with a cobra symbol (uraeus) for divine protection. His look was both regal and symbolic, designed to reflect his god-like status.
8. He Was Egypt’s Original Self-Promoter Ramses was a master of PR and his image appears in almost every major Egyptian site - carved, painted, or chiseled into stone. He even replaced earlier kings’ faces with his own to ensure history remembered him exactly how he wanted.
9. His Mummy Went on the Ultimate Covert Mission After tomb robbers threatened royal burials, priests moved Ramses’ mummy to a secret spot in the Theban mountains. There, he rested among other great kings for centuries before being rediscovered in the 19th century.
10. He Built a Love Letter in Stone for His Queen Ramses’ devotion to Nefertari lives on in her tomb in the Valley of the Queens, one of the most intricate in Egypt. He had it decorated with exquisite art to honor the woman who ruled his heart and advised his throne.