East Bank Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Luxor Temple
Find out about the history of Luxor when you take a trip to Luxor Temple. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Luxor Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Luxor Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Luxor. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Valley of the Kings
Find out about the history of Luxor when you spend time at Valley of the Kings. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Karnak
You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Karnak. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Valley of the Queens
You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Valley of the Queens. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Luxor Market
You can do some window-shopping at Luxor Market during your stay in Luxor. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Our pick of the best East Bank Hotel Deals
Steigenberger Nile Palace
Efficient and welcoming reception staff on arrival making check-in quick and smooth. Beautiful hotel to stay in with fantastic views from the Nile View Rooms, which include the pool and garden area, Nile river, Valley of the Kings on the West Bank, and beautiful sunsets. The hotel itself is kept ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Iberotel Luxor by JAZ
The hotel is clean, staff is friendly, security was very helpful. Food around the area for me was a challenge to find, so I was stuck with the hotel food which to me was a 2.5/5.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Aracan Eatabe Luxor Hotel
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere felt very safe and friendly for a solo woman traveller. The pool was clean and the pool area very good, although there were times it was difficult to find a sunbed. If I ever return to Luxor, I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Temple Hotel Luxor
Very friendly staff especially the waitstaff. The rooftop bar/restaurant/ pool was very good and great for sunsets. Room was good. Everyone did their job well. Slightly weak (but free) wifi would be the only thing that could be improved. The area is good, walkable from Luxor temple and many other ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Nefertiti
Convenient location Great restaurant upstairs
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Nile Cruise Luxor and Aswan 3 & 4 nights
Sayed and his team did a great job. Followed through on everything. We arrived at the airport, had a driver/tour guide, went on a tour, then to boat, which was as advertised. There are a lot of boat options - so I just asked for photos of the exact boat which he sent, and it was exactly that. This ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bank
El Gezira
While El Gezira isn't home to many top sights, Luxor Temple and Luxor Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Bank
While there might not be top attractions in West Bank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Luxor Temple and Mummification Museum.
Nile River Luxor
Nile River Luxor is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Nile, a top place to visit in the area.
