What are the best temples, museums and ancient sites to visit in Luxor, Egypt?

Luxor Museum is a good choice for travelers who want to see ancient Egyptian artifacts in a compact museum setting, not only open-air archaeological sites.

Karnak Temple should be a priority in Luxor. It is easy to pair with Luxor Temple on the East Bank of the Nile on the same day.

Luxor Temple is in the city center and works well as a separate stop after Karnak. It is one of the essential sights on the East Bank.

On the West Bank, the Valley of the Kings is an essential stop for its royal tombs. Allow part of a day for it along with other West Bank monuments.

Hatshepsut Temple is convenient to visit on the same day as the Valley of the Kings, as both are on Luxor’s West Bank and belong on the main historical itinerary.

For an experience beyond temples, book a sunrise hot-air balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank. Flights normally operate early in the morning.

With an extra day and a car, consider a trip from Luxor to the temples of Dendera and Abydos. This is a full excursion outside the city rather than a short Luxor stop.