With the most spectacular views, whether you are staying in the hotel or outside, the Panorama Restaurant & Bar is the place you should not miss. The breathtaking 360-degree over the magical Nile River will leave you speechless during the sunset. The restaurant features floor to ceiling windows to intensify the sensation of soaring over the island.

The Panorama is one of the best restaurants in Aswan, even though it is in the Mövenpick's eyesore tower. The food is good, and the service friendly and efficient. The real draw, however, is the 360-degree view of Aswan, the river and the desert – spectacular at sunset, glittering at night.

The menu is mostly North African – mezze, tagines, kebabs, Red Sea fish – but also includes curries and some Italian dishes. There's a long cocktail menu and a full wine list, too.

Location: Movenpick Aswan Hotel.