Abu Simbel Temples Skip-The-Line Tickets, Aswan
Abu Simbel Temples Skip-The-Line Tickets, Aswan
Duration: 1 hour (approx.)
1 hour (approx.)
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Experience the grandeur of Abu Simbel Temples without waiting in long lines, and step into a piece of ancient Egyptian history located near Aswan. These temples, built by Pharaoh Ramses II over 3,000 years ago, feature towering statues and intricate carvings that showcase his legacy and devotion to the gods.
Experience the grandeur of Abu Simbel Temples without waiting in long lines, and step into a piece of ancient Egyptian history located near Aswan. These temples, built by Pharaoh Ramses II over 3,000 years ago, feature towering statues and intricate carvings that showcase his legacy and devotion to the gods.
Get hassle-free entry to Abu Simbel Temples with skip-the-line tickets and access to the temple's ongoing exhibits.
See the four large statues of King Ramses II, carved from solid rock and each over 20 meters tall, guarding the Grand temple’s entrance.
Walk through a large hypostyle hall with its walls covered in carvings that show Ramses II’s military victories and his interactions with the gods.
Step into the sacred chamber that houses the statues of Amun and Ra-Horakht and see the statue of the goddess Hathor at the Small Temple.
Did you know? The Abu Simbel Temple was built so that twice a year—on February 22 and October 22—the sun illuminates the inner sanctum, lighting up the statues of Ramses II, Amun, and Ra-Horakhty, while Ptah, the god of the underworld, remains in darkness.
Skip-the-line entry to Abu Simbel Temples
Access to ongoing exhibits
Visitors approaching the Abu Simbel Temple Complex in Egypt.
Skip the lines & step into history
Skip the crowds and step straight into Abu Simbel’s majestic temples. Built by Pharaoh Ramses II over 3,000 years ago, the site is home to two temples. The Great Temple, dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, features four massive rock statues of Ramses II, each standing over 20 meters tall at the temple’s entrance. Inside, you’ll find intricate wall carvings and hieroglyphs that tell stories of Ramses II’s battles and his connection to the gods. The highlight of this temple is the inner sanctuary where the solar alignment phenomenon takes place twice a year.
A monument to power & love
Next to the Great Temple is the Small Temple, dedicated to Queen Nefertari and Hathor, the goddess of love and motherhood. Marvel at the six grand statues standing at the entrance—four of Ramses II and two of Nefertari—each carved at equal height, symbolizing the queen’s elevated status. Inside, the walls are adorned with intricate carvings of Nefertari making offerings to the gods and Ramses II’s devotion. The temple’s beautifully preserved artwork and serene atmosphere make it a must-visit for those fascinated by ancient Egyptian culture and royal history.
Abu Simbel Temple interior with ancient statues and hieroglyphics, Egypt.
Ancient Egyptian chariot scene at Abu Simbel Temple Complex.
Visitors approaching the Abu Simbel Temple Complex in Egypt.
Abu Simbel Temple interior with ancient statues and hieroglyphics, Egypt.
Ancient Egyptian chariot scene at Abu Simbel Temple Complex.
Interior corridor of Abu Simbel Temple with ancient Egyptian carvings on illuminated walls.
What to bring
- Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.
What’s not allowed
- Bottles, fireworks, and laser pointers are not allowed on this experience
Accessibility
- The temples are wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- Re-entry is not permitted.
Ancient carvings on the wall of Abu Simbel Temple Complex, Egypt.
Abu Simbel Temple interior with ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and carvings on columns.
Interior corridor of Abu Simbel Temple with ancient Egyptian carvings on illuminated walls.
Ancient carvings on the wall of Abu Simbel Temple Complex, Egypt.
Abu Simbel Temple interior with ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and carvings on columns.
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