Tickets and hours
Tickets are sold through Egypt’s official e-ticket portal by admission category; the boat crossing, the evening show and any extras are normally separate.
- Ticket categories and the price structure: see the tickets guide.
- Opening hours, the 15:00 last entry and the Maps closing-time confusion: see the hours guide.
- How to book and connect the ticket to the boat: see the booking guide.
Getting there
Philae stands on Agilkia Island, so every visit has a road leg to a boat departure point and then a boat crossing. The island map pin is the destination, not the boarding point.
- The full arrival sequence: see how to get there.
- The boat fare, crossing and return: see the boat guide.
- Finding the actual departure marina: see the dock guide.
History and context
The complex was relocated to Agilkia Island as part of the UNESCO-led rescue campaign and is part of a World Heritage property.
- The relocation story: see the relocation guide.
- The temple, the island and the World Heritage listing: see the history and UNESCO guides.
Independent guide
This is an independent, unofficial guide and does not sell tickets. Official pages were checked on 4 November 2026; prices, last entry, boat operation and show schedules can change. Confirm them with the official portal and your boat provider on the day of your visit.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a separate boat ticket?＋
The monument ticket and the boat crossing are normally separate items. This guide has not verified a current boat fare; agree the price, both directions and the return meeting point with your provider before boarding.
Is Philae Temple on Philae Island?＋
No. The complex was relocated to nearby Agilkia Island. Philae Island is the original historic location; visitors today go to Agilkia Island. See the island-vs-Agilkia guide.
Where do I buy the official ticket?＋
Use the official e-ticket portal for your date, category and conditions. This is an independent guide and does not sell tickets.