Location: Luxor
Top Things to do in Luxor
What to do and see in Luxor, Nile River Valley: The Best Historic Sites
The Luxor in Las Vegas is to the actual CITY of Luxor, Egypt, as marshmallow fluff is to fois gras. (We’re sure you knew that. We just enjoy analogies.) Sure, the hotel/casino in Vegas might have a beam of light visible from space, but we bet you'll find a hot-air balloon ride over the Valley of Kings much more illuminating. (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 Luxor
1. Botanical Garden of Thutmosis III
2. Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak
3. Tomb of the Visier Ramose,
4. Temple of Khonsu
5. Valley of the Artisans (Deir el-Medina)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 562 reviews
Reviewed By lesleyw437
Much less crazy than the valley of the kings and jut as much to see. This is where the people who built tans decorated the famous tombs lived. It’s an amazing perspective and well worth the visit.
6. Howard Carter House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 319 reviews
Reviewed By carolep456 - Havant, United Kingdom
This house is off the beaten track and tour buses do not generally visit. Taxi drivers will take you there or private tour guide. You are free to wander around the house where most of Carter's belongings are still in place including his cameras.
7. Temple of Mut
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By 97biancaw
I have been to Karnak many times & was excited to go visit the Precinct of Mut. Mut, like Sekhmet is generally depicted with the feline features, yet Sekhmet is generally standing (warrior like), Mut seated (mother aspect - you don't mess with the feline mother). There is only a small fraction of the statues that were originally there, yet you get a sense of the place. Each statue was to the ancient Egyptians a depiction of a different aspect of Mut, so each statue is a different degree of the neter (nature) of Mut. There is so much to see at Karnak, yet somewhere smaller like the Temple of Mut you can take the time to soak up the little details & ponder, if you are that way inclined!
8. Temple of Hatshepsut
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Addicted-to-trips - Cairo, Egypt
Great spot for those who love history and architecture. A must-see place. Don't forget to wear comfy shoes, sunglasses and your sunblock.
9. Qurna Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By asiyahnoemik - Pula, Croatia
Near the Valley of the Kings is the village of Qurna. It is known for excavating Alabaster and making beautiful Alabaster artifacts. Hard way to earn a living. It is interesting to observe the course of life in the village. We stayed for a short time but it was nice, kids and people are wonderful. The prices of Alabaster objects are acceptable. Nice trip.
