Luxor
Temple of Hatshepsut
New Kingdom · 18th Dynasty (c. 1470 BC)
- PeriodNew Kingdom · 18th Dynasty (c. 1470 BC)
- LocationLuxor
- Opening HoursDaily 06:00 – 17:00
The Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari is one of the most elegant buildings of ancient Egypt. Its three colonnaded terraces rise from the desert floor into the sheer limestone cliffs of the Theban mountain, designed by the architect Senenmut.
Reliefs along the colonnades record the queen’s divine birth and the famous trading expedition to the land of Punt. After her death her successor Thutmose III ordered her name and images chiselled away — many of the erasures are still visible.
What you will see
- The three terraces and their painted colonnades.
- Scenes of the expedition to Punt, with its ships and incense trees.
- The sanctuary of Amun and the chapel of Hathor.
- The cliffs of Deir el-Bahari above the temple.
Practical tips
- The site is a short drive from the Valley of the Kings — combine the two.
- There is a small road train from the car park to the temple.
- Visit early; the terraces face east and heat up quickly.
Tickets
| USD | Adult | Student |
|---|---|---|
| Foreigners | $9 | $4 |
| Egyptians | $1 | $1 |
Official ticket prices published by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, converted from Egyptian pounds at a rate of EGP 50 = USD 1. See the official page Last checked: 2026-09-23
Opening Hours
- Sunday 06:00 – 17:00
- Monday 06:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday 06:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday 06:00 – 17:00
- Thursday 06:00 – 17:00
- Friday 06:00 – 17:00
- Saturday 06:00 – 17:00
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