Temple of Karnak (Karnak Temples, Luxor) — Massive Temple Complex + Great Hypostyle Hall (Entry Ticket)

Karnak Temples is Egypt's largest surviving temple complex — a huge sacred precinct of pylons, courtyards, colossal columns (the Great Hypostyle Hall), and processional routes on Luxor’s East Bank. It’s a paid-entry site with a simple self-guided flow once you’re inside.

• General entry to Karnak Temples (self-guided visit inside the complex).

• Perfect for: first-timers in Luxor, history + architecture lovers, photographers.
• Expect lots of walking in open sun.

• Enter through the main gate, move through major courts/pylons, spend time in the Hypostyle Hall, then explore side areas at your own pace.

• Tickets / price (official, foreign adult): EGP 600 (foreign student: EGP 300).
• Opening hours (official): daily 6:00 AM — 5:00 PM.
• Note (official): to visit Sphinx Avenue and both temples, you need tickets for Karnak Temples + Luxor Temple.

• Time needed: 1.5—3 hours depending on how deep you explore.

Karnak is the big one in Luxor: paid entry, massive scale, and the Hypostyle Hall is the showstopper. Official foreign adult ticket: EGP 600.