Audio Guide of Deir el-Medina

Deir el-Medina is generally open from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the winter months (October to April) and from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in summer. It is located on the west bank of Luxor and is easily accessible by taxi or organized tour from your hotel. You can find more details on the official website of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

The admission price for Deir el-Medina usually ranges from 100 to 150 EGP for foreign visitors, although it may vary. Tickets are purchased directly at the site’s ticket office. At present, online purchase is not always available, so we recommend buying them on site.

To explore the artisans’ houses, the tombs, and the small temple at a relaxed pace, we suggest allowing between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes for your visit. This will give you enough time to absorb the atmosphere and details of this fascinating place.

Deir el-Medina was the home of the artisans who built and decorated the tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens during the New Kingdom. Its importance lies in the unique insight it offers into the daily life of an ancient Egyptian community, with extraordinarily well-preserved tombs that display vivid scenes of their existence.

The best time to visit is during the cooler months, from October to April. As for the time of day, we recommend going early in the morning, right when it opens, or late in the afternoon to avoid the hottest hours and enjoy a more peaceful experience.

Deir el-Medina has uneven ground and sand, which can make wheelchair access difficult. While the general area is passable, access to the tombs and some ruins can be more challenging because of steps and changes in level. We recommend contacting the local administration if you have specific needs: +20 95 2372074 (Luxor Tourism Office).

Deir el-Medina is strategically located near several gems on Luxor’s west bank. Right nearby you have the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. You can easily combine several of these visits in a single day.

Absolutely! Don’t forget to bring water, sunscreen, and a hat, especially if you visit in summer. It is essential to respect the conservation rules inside the tombs, and we strongly suggest hiring an audio guide or a local guide to understand the richness of its hieroglyphs and history, such as those offered by IAudioguia - Travel Audio Guides in English.