Kom Ombo Temple at a glance
Kom Ombo is a double temple. One half belongs to Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other to Haroeris, also called Horus the Elder. The ministry describes matching sanctuaries for the two cults.
You can visit it as an excursion from Aswan. The ticket includes the Crocodile Museum, so you do not pay a second admission for it.
Tickets and hours for 2026
Published by the Egyptian ministry. The pages carry no date, so treat the figures as the 2026 listing and check them before you go.
| Item | Foreign adult | Foreign student | Egyptian adult / student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kom Ombo Temple with Crocodile Museum | EGP 450 | EGP 225 | EGP 40 / 20 |
| Edfu Temple (separate ticket) | EGP 550 | EGP 275 | EGP 40 / 20 |
Do not add a separate museum fee from an older guidebook. The ministry confirms that the museum is part of the Kom Ombo ticket. There is no joint ticket for Kom Ombo and Edfu, so each temple has its own admission.
The Crocodile Museum is open daily from 07:00 to 21:00, and the ticket office closes at 20:00 according to the current page. An older ministry leaflet gave 20:30 for the ticket office. Arrive well before 20:00 and you will not depend on either figure.
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Getting there and parking
This guide does not list bus lines or fixed road times for Kom Ombo, because no current figures are published. Ask your hotel or a tour provider for the present arrangements, and check the timetable on the day you plan to go.
If you come by car or with a driver, the ministry lists parking fees at the temple (2026):
Kom Ombo also appears in Nubian history. After the High Dam flooded villages in the 1960s, some Nubian families were resettled in the desert near Kom Ombo. The background is on the Nubian culture page.
Edfu Temple: a separate stop
Edfu is not part of Kom Ombo and not a sight inside the city of Aswan.
The Temple of Horus at Edfu stands on the west bank of the Nile. It was built between 237 and 57 BC. Treat it as its own excursion with its own ticket.
| Edfu Temple (2026) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Foreign adult / student | EGP 550 / 275 |
| Sunday and Wednesday | 06:00–17:00 |
| Other days | 07:00–17:00 |
| Weekly closing day | None listed |
The ministry table shows an earlier opening on Sunday and Wednesday. The difference is in the source, so plan around the later start if you cannot confirm it.
Temples around Luxor, including Karnak and the west bank sites, belong to our sister guide. See things to do in Luxor if you travel on from Aswan.
How to plan the visit
Short, practical points for the day.
Choose the time of day
The museum stays open until the evening, so a late-afternoon visit is possible. Summer highs in Aswan average above 41 °C from June to August. See the weather page for the monthly figures.
Combine it with other stops
Kom Ombo and Edfu fit a full excursion day. Philae, the Unfinished Obelisk and the High Dam are closer to the city. Start with the things to do in Aswan.
Crocodiles and animal welfare
The Crocodile Museum is the place to learn about the animal here. In the Nubian villages, some houses show small live crocodiles to visitors. Do not touch them. The national environment agency warns against private keeping and illegal trade, and says the natural population lives in Lake Nasser.
Check opening before you travel
Hours and prices on ministry pages can change without a dated notice. Check the current figures with your tour provider or hotel before the day.
What other Aswan sites cost
Foreign adult tickets listed by the ministry in 2026, to help you budget a day.
| Site | Foreign adult | Daily hours |
|---|---|---|
| Kom Ombo with Crocodile Museum | EGP 450 | Museum 07:00–21:00 |
| Philae Temple | EGP 550 | 07:00–16:00 |
| Unfinished Obelisk | EGP 220 | 07:00–16:00 |
| Elephantine archaeological site | EGP 200 | 08:00–16:00 |
| Nubian Museum | EGP 400 | 09:00–17:00 |
Boats, guides and transport are extra. Abu Simbel has its own page because the ministry and the ticket portal list different standard prices. See the Abu Simbel guide for both.
Kom Ombo: frequently asked questions
Is the Crocodile Museum included in the Kom Ombo ticket?
Yes. The ministry confirms that the foreign adult ticket of EGP 450 (2026) covers the temple and the Crocodile Museum. Students pay EGP 225. Children under 6 are free at the museum.
What are the opening hours?
The Crocodile Museum is listed as open daily from 07:00 to 21:00, with the ticket office closing at 20:00. An older leaflet gave 20:30 for the office, so do not leave your visit to the last minutes.
Can I visit Kom Ombo and Edfu on one ticket?
No. Each temple has its own admission. Edfu costs EGP 550 for a foreign adult (2026) and is a separate stop on the west bank of the Nile.
Who was the temple built for?
It is a double temple for Sobek and for Haroeris, also called Horus the Elder. The two cults have matching sanctuaries.
Is Edfu part of the same excursion?
Edfu is a separate temple of Horus, built between 237 and 57 BC. Plan it as its own stop. Each temple needs its own ticket.
How much does parking cost?
The ministry lists EGP 25 for a car or taxi, EGP 50 for a microbus, EGP 75 for a coaster and EGP 100 for a bus (2026).