The 6 Best Free Things to do in Aswan, Nile River Valley

August 23, 2021 Kandra Bartel

Aswan is more idyllic than other cities in Egypt—located in southern Egypt, it’s a great place to explore that country’s epic history far away from the chaos of Cairo. Take a traditional wooden felucca around Elephantine Island and explore the ruins of the Temple of Khnum. (Editor's note: Our list was compiled before political unrest prompted many countries to issue travel warnings for Egypt. If you're currently planning a trip to Egypt, please consider the risks and monitor your government's travel alerts.)
Restaurants in Aswan

1. Sehel Island

Sehel Island River Nile, Aswan 81111 Egypt +20 112 753 3679 http://www.sca-egypt.org/eng/SITE_Sehel.html
Excellent
61%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 41 reviews

Sehel Island

2. Archangel Michael’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral

Ferial Square, Aswan Egypt
Excellent
48%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 52 reviews

Archangel Michael’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral

Reviewed By marinar971991 - Cairo, Egypt

It's an imposing church where you can go to pray. Also, there's a library where you can buy books and gifts.

3. Aswan Market

Aswan Egypt +20 111 131 6612
Excellent
32%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 182 reviews

Aswan Market

This outdoor market is a central feature of Aswan, Egypt’s southernmost city.

Reviewed By JosephSpendlove - Derby, United Kingdom

Starting from the Train Station running parallel to the river all the way to KFC, the huge market starts off with the usual tourist stalls, then goes to the local market and then ends with more tourist places. Number one rule is to barter. Remember how much things cost where you come from and don’t be ripped off, unfortunately it’s normal for somethings to start at 200 LE and you ended up walking away with it for 20 LE, be ruthless when talking about the price and you have to be willing to walk away to get the best price. Great fun, highly recommend.

4. El-Tabia Mosque

Aswan Egypt http://www.beautifulmosque.com/El-Tabia-Mosque-in-Aswan-Egypt
Excellent
41%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 27 reviews

El-Tabia Mosque

5. Cleopatra Palace Perfume Bazaar

Aswan Egypt +44 20 7482 6556
Excellent
58%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 12 reviews

Cleopatra Palace Perfume Bazaar

Reviewed By Olatanwa1

My experience is fantastic in Egypt with Cleopatra Perfum at 52 Abou El Houl Street at Giza Egypt whaoooo very clean environment and I bought beautiful perfume from this shop especially the one you will use during the winter season for cold. The perfume are organic none alcohol. They even took me for a tour at Pyramid Very nice people and friendly too. The warm welcoming alone is fantastic good customer service is excellent too and after my shopping of my beautiful scented perfume they host me as well. Surely am going back their with my family. Weldone guys from UK England. See you all soon and thank you all for your help. RESPECT.

6. Sharia el Souk

Aswan Egypt
Excellent
34%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
5%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 41 reviews

Sharia el Souk

At this popular street market, enthusiastic shopkeepers actively vie for business from thronging passers-by.

Reviewed By Q9926GCsophiem - Folkestone, United Kingdom

Brilliant market for locals and tourists. Buy leather goods and spices, and try local pastries. Parallel to Corniche.

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