Itineraries
Where to stay
The central Corniche simplifies city meals, Elephantine suits village stays, and the West Bank trades convenience for a river crossing.
The areas: Central Corniche, Elephantine Island, West Bank.
Where to stay in Aswan: areas and adviceHotels in AswanPlaces to see
All things to do in EgyptNatureAswan Botanical GardenAn island garden has shaded paths among trees and plants from different regions.Entry: EGP [fee]; boat transfer extra
TransportAswan International AirportAswan airport lies south of the city and provides domestic air connections.Entry: Travel ticket required
TransportAswan Nile boat rideShort boat outings from the riverfront pass the Nile islands beside central Aswan.Entry: Agree route, duration and total before boarding
TransportAswan Railway StationAswan station is the southern city stop on the Nile railway corridor.Entry: Travel ticket required
MarketAswan SoukAswan market streets sell spices, textiles and souvenirs alongside shops serving the city.Entry: Pay as you go
FoodCentral Aswan Corniche diningThe city riverfront has dining options and access to the streets around the souk.Entry: Pay as you go
RuinsElephantine archaeological siteThe southern end of Elephantine preserves ancient settlement remains, temples and a Nilometer.Entry: Archaeological site ticket; boat transfer extra. Hours: Daily 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
FoodElephantine village diningVillage restaurants and guesthouses on Elephantine offer places to stop for a Nubian meal.Entry: Pay as you go; confirm lunch before setting out
NeighborhoodKoti village, ElephantineA Nubian village on Elephantine has residential lanes between the river and the archaeological area.Entry: Respect homes and private courtyards
MuseumNubian MuseumA museum in southern Aswan presents Nubian history, crafts and cultural traditions.Entry: Daytime admission. Hours: Daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, last ticket 4:00 PM. Ramadan 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, last ticket 2:00 PM.
TemplePhilae TempleAn island temple complex south of Aswan is reached by a separate boat crossing.Entry: Temple ticket; boat transfer extra. Hours: Opens 7:00 AM; last entry 3:00 PM throughout the listed seasons.
RuinsUnfinished ObeliskAn unfinished stone monument remains attached to the bedrock in an ancient granite quarry.Entry: Uneven stone underfoot. Hours: Opens 7:00 AM; last entry 3:00 PM throughout the listed seasons.