Avenue of Sphinxes

About

A 2.7 km ancient processional road linking Karnak and Luxor Temple, lined with sphinxes and ram-headed statues. Reopened in 2021 after decades of excavation, it can be walked between the two temples — best at sunset.

Visitor information

Recommended visit

30 min – 1 h

Best time to visit

Evening, once lit up.

How to get there

Links Luxor Temple with Karnak (about 2.7 km) on the East Bank.

Location