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Karnak Temple Tickets & Tours

Step into the grandeur of Karnak Temple, Egypt’s largest temple complex. Explore towering columns, ancient sanctuaries, and fascinating hieroglyphics that tell the story of a powerful civilization.
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Luxor Temple Tickets

Explore at your pace
  • Start your Luxor Temple adventure right away with skip-the-line access—no long queues!
  • Begin your journey at the Avenue of the Sphinxes, a sacred road used during the Opet festival, a symbolic reenactment of the marriage of Amun and Mut, where statues of the gods were paraded along it.
  • Enjoy the freedom to wander the temple complex as you like, making the most of this unforgettable experience.
  • Did you know that a large part of the Luxor Temple was buried under sand for centuries until its excavation in the late 19th century.
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  • Start your Luxor Temple adventure right away with skip-the-line access—no long queues!
  • Begin your journey at the Avenue of the Sphinxes, a sacred road used during the Opet festival, a symbolic reenactment of the marriage of Amun and Mut, where statues of the gods were paraded along it.
  • Enjoy the freedom to wander the temple complex as you like, making the most of this unforgettable experience.
  • Did you know that a large part of the Luxor Temple was buried under sand for centuries until its excavation in the late 19th century.
from
$13
Slide 1 of 8, Visitor using phone for audio tour at Karnak Temple, Egypt, surrounded by ancient columns.
Visitor using phone for audio tour at Karnak Temple, Egypt, surrounded by ancient columns.

Karnak Temple Tickets

Explore at your pace
  • Explore Karnak Temple at your own pace, packed with historical insights and hidden stories waiting to be discovered.
  • Start at the First Pylon, where you'll learn about the myths of Amun-Re, Mut, and Khonsu, central deities of Thebes.
  • Navigate Karnak’s wonders, from the Hypostyle Hall’s 134 magnificent columns to the serene Sacred Lake, using offline maps for a seamless experience.
  • Fast-track your entry to Karnak Temple with an upgraded ticket, skipping the long lines for a smoother, stress-free visit.
  • Did you know? The Karnak Temple holds Egypt’s tallest surviving obelisk, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, standing 29.5 meters (97 feet) high.
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  • Explore Karnak Temple at your own pace, packed with historical insights and hidden stories waiting to be discovered.
  • Start at the First Pylon, where you'll learn about the myths of Amun-Re, Mut, and Khonsu, central deities of Thebes.
  • Navigate Karnak’s wonders, from the Hypostyle Hall’s 134 magnificent columns to the serene Sacred Lake, using offline maps for a seamless experience.
  • Fast-track your entry to Karnak Temple with an upgraded ticket, skipping the long lines for a smoother, stress-free visit.
  • Did you know? The Karnak Temple holds Egypt’s tallest surviving obelisk, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, standing 29.5 meters (97 feet) high.
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$16
Slide 1 of 11, Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple columns in Luxor, Egypt under a clear sky.
Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple columns in Luxor, Egypt under a clear sky.

Combo: Luxor Temple + Karnak Temple Tickets

Explore at your pace

  • Skip the line entry to the Luxor and Karnak Temples.

  • Begin your Luxor Temple visit at the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Opet festival's sacred processional route for Amun and Mut.

  • Discover Karnak Temple's history and hidden stories at your own pace, from the First Pylon's myths to the grand Hypostyle Hall and serene Sacred Lake, using offline maps.

More details

  • Skip the line entry to the Luxor and Karnak Temples.

  • Begin your Luxor Temple visit at the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Opet festival's sacred processional route for Amun and Mut.

  • Discover Karnak Temple's history and hidden stories at your own pace, from the First Pylon's myths to the grand Hypostyle Hall and serene Sacred Lake, using offline maps.

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$4
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Visitor exploring Karnak Temple ruins in Luxor, Egypt.

From Luxor: Half-Day East Bank Guided Tour with Karnak and Luxor Temple Visits and Lunch

4 hrs
3 more

  • See the wonders of Luxor on a half-day guided tour, complete with a local lunch for a seamless experience.

  • Walk through the Karnak Temple, one of Egypt’s most expansive and historically significant complexes.

  • Stroll through Luxor Temple, where towering columns and ancient inscriptions reveal the city’s glorious past.

  • Get expert commentary from your professional multilingual guide, who will bring each site’s history to life.

  • Stop for a delicious Egyptian lunch featuring regional specialties, included in your ticket.

  • Enjoy a shared or private guided tour and upgrade your itinerary with entry to the Luxor and Karnak Temples.

More details

  • See the wonders of Luxor on a half-day guided tour, complete with a local lunch for a seamless experience.

  • Walk through the Karnak Temple, one of Egypt’s most expansive and historically significant complexes.

  • Stroll through Luxor Temple, where towering columns and ancient inscriptions reveal the city’s glorious past.

  • Get expert commentary from your professional multilingual guide, who will bring each site’s history to life.

  • Stop for a delicious Egyptian lunch featuring regional specialties, included in your ticket.

  • Enjoy a shared or private guided tour and upgrade your itinerary with entry to the Luxor and Karnak Temples.

from Original price$30.50
$25

18% off

Slide 1 of 5, Uninhabited village of Kurna on the West Bank of the Nile near Luxor.
Uninhabited village of Kurna on the West Bank of the Nile near Luxor.

From Luxor: Full-Day All-Inclusive Tour to Luxor West and East Banks with Lunch

8 hrs
3 more

  • Spend the day exploring Luxor with a licensed Egyptologist who’ll share the stories and history behind the city’s ancient wonders.

  • Visit both the East and West Banks, home to some of Egypt’s most impressive temples and archaeological sites.

  • Hear the fascinating tales behind Luxor’s most iconic landmarks, from royal tombs to massive stone columns.

  • See the best of Luxor in one day, perfect if you want to make the most of your time without having to plan every detail yourself.

  • Enjoy an Egyptian lunch on your shared or private tour and make the most of your day by adding entry tickets to all the monuments.

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  • Spend the day exploring Luxor with a licensed Egyptologist who’ll share the stories and history behind the city’s ancient wonders.

  • Visit both the East and West Banks, home to some of Egypt’s most impressive temples and archaeological sites.

  • Hear the fascinating tales behind Luxor’s most iconic landmarks, from royal tombs to massive stone columns.

  • See the best of Luxor in one day, perfect if you want to make the most of your time without having to plan every detail yourself.

  • Enjoy an Egyptian lunch on your shared or private tour and make the most of your day by adding entry tickets to all the monuments.

from Original price$68
$54.50

20% off

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Tourist exploring Luxor Temple with ancient columns and statues, Egypt.

From Hurghada: Full-Day Tour of Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb

14 hrs
3 more

  • All-inclusive day trip from Hurghada with hotel pickup, guided sightseeing, and a buffet lunch in Luxor.

  • Discover Karnak Temple’s legendary columns and hieroglyphs with expert commentary from your guide.

  • Walk through the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s greatest pharaohs rest in elaborately decorated tombs.

  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, two icons of ancient Egyptian architecture.

  • Relax with roundtrip travel in an air-conditioned van, plus snacks and cold drinks for a comfortable journey.

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  • All-inclusive day trip from Hurghada with hotel pickup, guided sightseeing, and a buffet lunch in Luxor.

  • Discover Karnak Temple’s legendary columns and hieroglyphs with expert commentary from your guide.

  • Walk through the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s greatest pharaohs rest in elaborately decorated tombs.

  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, two icons of ancient Egyptian architecture.

  • Relax with roundtrip travel in an air-conditioned van, plus snacks and cold drinks for a comfortable journey.

from Original price$91
$81

11% off

Slide 1 of 12, Hatshepsut Temple in Luxor's Valley of the Kings with tourists exploring.
Hatshepsut Temple in Luxor's Valley of the Kings with tourists exploring.

From Cairo: Private All-Inclusive Tour of Luxor by Plane

15 hrs
3 more

  • All-inclusive day trip from Cairo with flights, hotel transfers, guided tours, and entry to Luxor’s iconic ancient sites.

  • Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Hatshepsut Temple with an expert guide.

  • Cruise the Nile on a scenic boat ride and visit the towering Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.

  • Savor a tasty lunch at a local Luxor restaurant and travel in comfort with private air-conditioned transfers.

  • Upgrade your visit with the option to explore the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun.

More details

  • All-inclusive day trip from Cairo with flights, hotel transfers, guided tours, and entry to Luxor’s iconic ancient sites.

  • Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Hatshepsut Temple with an expert guide.

  • Cruise the Nile on a scenic boat ride and visit the towering Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.

  • Savor a tasty lunch at a local Luxor restaurant and travel in comfort with private air-conditioned transfers.

  • Upgrade your visit with the option to explore the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun.

from Original price$375
$300

20% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Standard daytime entry covers single-entry admission during regular opening hours. It does not include a guide, audio guide, transport, food, drinks, or the Sound & Light Show, so compare it with guided tours before choosing the cheapest option.

About Karnak Temple

Karnak is not a single monument but a layered temple complex built over about 1,500 years. Within the main Amun-Ra precinct, visitors move from the unfinished First Pylon to the Great Hypostyle Hall, then outward to the Sacred Lake and side temples such as the Temple of Khonsu. That scale and chronology make it different from smaller single-period temple visits.

Did you know?

The First Pylon at Karnak’s main entrance was left unfinished and is partly in ruins, making it a visible example of how some pharaonic building projects stopped before completion.

Why visit Karnak Temple?

About 134 Columns in Great Hypostyle Hall

The Great Hypostyle Hall is Karnak’s most famous space, with about 134 papyrus columns arranged in 16 rows across about 5,000 m². Built mainly under Seti I and Ramesses II, it concentrates reliefs, royal names, and traces of color that are easy to miss without slowing down or using a guide.

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