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Best Time to Visit
Spring (March - May)
Pleasant temperatures and wildflowers blooming.
Autumn (September - November)
Cooler weather, perfect for hiking Petra.
Summer (June - August)
Very hot, especially in the Dead Sea and Aqaba.
When to Avoid
January and February can be surprisingly cold with occasional snow in Amman.
Getting Around
Public Transport
JETT buses connect major tourist sites reliably. Renting a car is very common and roads are generally good.
Top 15 Places to Explore
Discover the most iconic attractions and hidden gems that make Jordan unforgettable.
Petra
Petra, originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu, is an ancient city and archaeological site in southern Jordan.
Dead Sea
The Dead Sea, also known by other names, is a landlocked salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east, the West Bank to t...
Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum (Arabic: وادي رم Wādī Ramm, also Wādī al-Ramm, known also as the Valley of the Moon or Red mountains, is a v...
Jerash
Jerash or Jarash is a city in northern Jordan.
Amman Citadel
The Amman Citadel on Citadel Hill is an archaeological site on an L-shaped hill towering over Downtown Amman, in the ...
Roman Theater Amman
A renowned tourist attraction.
Mount Nebo
Mount Nebo is an elevated ridge located in Jordan, approximately 700 metres (2,300 ft) above sea level.
Madaba Map
The Madaba Map, also known as the Madaba Mosaic Map, is part of a floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church of Saint...
Aqaba
Aqaba is the only coastal city in Jordan and the largest and most populous city on the Gulf of Aqaba.
Dana Biosphere Reserve
The Dana Biosphere Reserve is Jordan's largest nature reserve, located in south-central Jordan.
Kerak Castle
Kerak Castle is a large medieval castle located in al-Karak, Jordan.
Ajloun Castle
Ajloun Castle, medieval name Qalʻat ar-Rabad, is a 12th-century Muslim castle situated in northwestern Jordan.
Baptism Site Bethany
A renowned tourist attraction.
Mujib Nature Reserve
A renowned tourist attraction.
Ma'in Hot Springs
The Ma'in Hot Springs also known as Hammamat Ma'in are a series of hot mineral springs and waterfalls located between...
Essential Travel Tips
- •Buy the Jordan Pass before arrival; it covers the visa fee and entry to Petra and other sites
- •Drink plenty of water in the desert regions to avoid dehydration
- •Floating in the Dead Sea requires care—do not get the extremely salty water in your eyes
Cultural Insights
- •Jordan is generally safe and incredibly welcoming to tourists
- •Dress modestly out of respect to the predominantly Muslim culture
- •Bedouin culture in Wadi Rum emphasizes extreme hospitality
Must-Try Dishes
Mansaf
Traditional lamb cooked in fermented dried yogurt and served over rice
Zarb
Bedouin barbecue cooked in a subterranean oven
Knafeh
Sweet cheese pastry soaked in sweet, sugar-based syrup
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