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Things to do in Aswan

Take a boat to Philae, explore Nubian history, and spend a slower day among Elephantine villages and the Nile islands.

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Nature

Aswan Botanical Garden

An island garden has shaded paths among trees and plants from different regions.Entry: EGP [fee]; boat transfer extraSearch tickets and tours on Tiqets
Market

Aswan Souk

Aswan market streets sell spices, textiles and souvenirs alongside shops serving the city.Entry: Pay as you go
Food

Central Aswan Corniche dining

The city riverfront has dining options and access to the streets around the souk.Entry: Pay as you go
Ruins

Elephantine archaeological site

The 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.Search tickets and tours on Tiqets
Food

Elephantine village dining

Village restaurants and guesthouses on Elephantine offer places to stop for a Nubian meal.Entry: Pay as you go; confirm lunch before setting out
Neighborhood

Koti village, Elephantine

A Nubian village on Elephantine has residential lanes between the river and the archaeological area.Entry: Respect homes and private courtyards
Museum

Nubian Museum

A 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.Search tickets and tours on Tiqets
Temple

Philae Temple

An 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.Search tickets and tours on Tiqets
Ruins

Unfinished Obelisk

An 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.Search tickets and tours on Tiqets

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