East Bank (town centre)
Ideal for: first visit, comfort
Near Luxor Temple, Karnak and the corniche, with most of the hotels.
Luxor
The temples of Karnak and Luxor, the Valley of the Kings and Nile cruises.
Plan your stay in Luxor
Best areas to stay in Luxor
West Bank
Ideal for: quiet stays, couples
More rural and peaceful, near the Valley of the Kings and the mortuary temples.
Practical info about Luxor
Luxor is visited in two parts, on either side of the Nile, linked by boat and by road. Set off early in the morning to avoid the heat, especially for the Valley of the Kings.
Luxor is also the start or end point of many Nile cruises to Aswan. Check opening hours and prices on the official websites before your visit.
The essentials at a glance
East Bank: Karnak and Luxor Temple (superb when lit up in the evening). West Bank: the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Many travellers board a Nile cruise to Aswan in Luxor. All our tips in Travel in Egypt.