City: Jordan
Top Things to do in Jordan
Top Hotels in Jordan
- 1. Sun City Camp Wadi Rum
- 2. Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
- 3. Al Manara, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Saraya Aqaba
- 4. Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
- 5. Bedouin Lifestyle Camp
- 6. Little Petra Bedouin Camp
- 7. Corp Amman Hotel
- 8. InterContinental Jordan, an IHG Hotel
- 9. Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa
- 10. Movenpick Resort & Residences Aqaba
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Top 10 Things to do in Jordan, Jordan
Jordan (/ˈdʒɔːrdən/; Arabic: الْأُرْدُنّ Al-‘Urdunn [al.ʔur.dunn]), officially The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (Arabic: المملكة الأردنية الهاشمية Al-Mamlakah Al-Urdunnīyah Al-Hāshimīyah), is a sovereign Arab state in western Asia, on the East Bank of the Jordan River. Jordan is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south, Iraq to the north-east, Syria to the north, Israel and Palestine to the west. The Dead Sea lies along its western borders and the country has a small shoreline on the Red Sea in its extreme south-west, but is otherwise landlocked. Jordan is strategically located at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe. The capital, Amman, is Jordan's most populous city as well as the country's economic, political and cultural centre.
Restaurants in Jordan
1. Petra
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14,198 reviews
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Petra (ancient capital city of the Nabataean people) recently proclaimed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Reviewed By StephG851 - Adelaide, Australia
Everyone has seen the iconic image of the Treasury (Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade!), but there is so much more to the Rose Red City of Petra. At the time of writing, a 2-day pass to the site is 55 Jordanian Dollars (roughly AUD110), which is not a lot more than the 1-day pass. However - you need to be aware that it is a walk of about 1.6km to get from the ticket office to the Treasury and to walk to the Temple of Dushares at the end of the main path through the City and back to the exit involves about a 10km round trip (our guide said 13km, but I don't think it was that much). Then there the side trips to visit the Monastery, the Royal Tombs and the High Place of Sacrifice, etc. There is a horse ride included in the ticket price, which will take you from the entrance to the beginning of the Siq (the 1km gorge that protects the way into the city itself); if you are an animal lover, it is better to avoid this, as the animals are not well treated (apparently this is improving, as the operators are being monitored by the Tourist Office - but I decided to walk). The same goes for the horse carriages that charge up and down the Siq - besides looking to be a pretty scary ride, the little ponies that pull the carriages are dripping in sweat and mostly look pretty malnourished. Obviously up to the individual, but I also feel that you miss a lot of amazing sights by charging through in a covered carriage. There are camel rides offered from the Treasury further into the City and if you have had enough walking, then these are probably the best option, as camels are pretty resilient! By the way, there are toilets at various intervals throughout the site! We got there at 10 a.m. and expected the crowds to be horrendous, but it wasn't too bad and we managed to get good photos without too many intruders into our shots. Recommended to get there early (it opens at 6 a.m.), but just remember the long walk before you even get to see much! We only managed the one day, but stayed for 6 hours, taking things slowly, and found that was enough - others in our group who had planned to go back the next day felt that they did not need to, as they had seen all they wanted to. We went in December and it was sunny, but the temperature during the day was pleasant (about 23 degrees Celsius). I don't really need to say anything about the site itself - just that it fulfilled every expectation and more - just a bit of a shame about the myriad stalls along the way selling jewellery, souvenirs, and general junk, they did detract from the atmosphere a bit, but it was still awesome and the highlight of our visit to Jordan (which we really liked - there is so much more to see than just Petra).
2. Wadi Rum Protected Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,257 reviews
Reviewed By Susie1028 - San Diego, United States
Wadi Rum is a beautiful desert in Southern Jordan. There is a sea of rolling dunes, and dramatic sandstone and basalt mountains jutting out of its sandy floor. A guided Jeep tour of the area is the best option for maximizing your time, which will give you views of the terrain, and make stops to allow you to scramble up a sand dune and look at petroglyphs. We also enjoyed a "camel safari" retracing Lawrence of Arabia's journey through the desert, and having lunch at a Bedouin camp.
3. Wadi Araba Desert
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 594 reviews
Reviewed By audisales52
The luxury camp was amazing. The inside of the tent was beautiful and luxurious. The food at the dining tent was incredible. The truck ride to the camp scary but exciting. The staff was helpful and very friendly . I would highly recommend it .
4. Dead Sea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,098 reviews
Not only the lowest spot on earth, but also the saltiest and most mineral-laden body of water in the world, the Dead Sea, which joins Israel and Jordan, is legendary as a source of healing, and has become a popular center for health, rehabilitation and beauty treatments.
Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland
The Dea Sea is amazing, just the most I credible place to see. Floating in it's waters us a unique experience. You are so unbelievably buoyant you are almost on the water not in it! I was lucky enough to visit both the Israeli and Jordanian sides. Just make sure you do not get the water in the eyes or mouth - the pain is unbelievable! It's the lowest point on Earth too I'm told which makes it a n even more unique experience!
5. Roman Amphitheater
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4.5 based on 3,164 reviews
Step back 2,000 years in time with a visit to the ruins of this imposing amphitheater, which once held 5,000 spectators, and is still used today for theater and entertainment.
Reviewed By MohQut - Amman, Jordan
This is a must-see in downtown Amman, enjoy the theater, have some amazing pictures, and make sure to visit the museum inside, then enjoy a meal and a dessert in downtown.
6. The Citadel
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4.5 based on 4,295 reviews
This archaeological landmark features remnants from several different cultures.
Reviewed By jenglos
We were fortunate to arrive at the citadel about 40 mins before sunset which meant we had the most atmospheric experience watching the sunset over Amman while the birds flocked to roost, with the call to prayer playing out from the Mosque. The citadel is a real land mark sitting high above Amman so the views are spectacular over the city. The Roman amphitheater is close by, but if you don't get time to go there you get a good view of it from here. THe site itself is of great archeological importance with Roman remains ( Hercules Temple) , and those of the Palace and church. AT 2JD , this is a must when visiting Amman.
7. Royal Automobile Museum
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4.5 based on 924 reviews
Reviewed By fanoosm2020 - Amman, Jordan
Beautiful place to visit, and very beautiful cars, its amazing museum that will take you from the past till the current design of cars, especially its a royal automobile
8. Al Balad – Downtown Amman
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4.5 based on 479 reviews
Reviewed By aldonb952 - Amman, Jordan
Alot of nice places here and nice atmosphere was fantastic with amazing Jordanian food like falafel and shawerma And sweets of course kunafa ???? Nice time
9. Berenice Beach Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,007 reviews
Berenice Beach Club is a premium tourist destination in Aqaba, right in the heart of Aqaba’s Marine Park; offering guests quality services, an in-house coral reef and fun activities ranging from excursions and water sports to dining and relaxing. With three fresh swimming pools including an infinity pool overlooking the Red Sea, guests can enjoy enchanting views while their children splash away in our conveniently located kids’ pool. If tanning is the main objective, we offer our guests free sun beds along the beach. If not, we have many shaded areas with water mist sprinklers so guests can stay cool. All of our facilities are wheelchair accessible to ensure an enjoyable and convenient experience for all. Several times a day, we offer a free shuttle bus that will chauffeur guests to and from Berenice Beach Club. On a seasonal basis, bus location and schedule available on our website https://www.sindbadjo.com/home/berenice
Reviewed By patriciaaF4137AE - Rotherham, United Kingdom
Visited three times during our week’s stay inbetween sight seeing. We are a family of 5 with three teenage boys and we all loved it. For 10jd each you get entry, towels, sunbeds, music, volleyball/organised activities (yoga, aerobics, darts etc - although didn’t join in). Three swimming pools, pier to jump off and coral reef to snorkel. Don’t do cash inside - lovey reasonably priced restaurant on site (can’t being own food - bags searched on entry) free shuttle bus from Aqaba and back (10am) from the kiosk where the tour buses park up). Staff fab - booked the boat trip (20jd but included club entry one day - glass bottom boat looking at the ship and plane wrecks plus 1 hour snorkelling with kit provided). Showers onsite. Would highly recommend - fab sunset
10. Mount Nebo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,926 reviews
Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland
The Mount Nebo site is really beautiful and well worth a visit. It us where Mises first saw the promised land It consists of a church and museum with beautiful mosaics, a beautiful cross overlooking the holy lands and beautiful statuary including one that commemorates the visit of Pope JohnPaul II in 2000 and the Olive Tree he planted there. The views are stunning, Jerusalem and Jericho and the Dead Sea clearly visible on a good day. We had haze which must have been caused by dust as there was barely a cloud in the sky! Anyway, cameras at the ready. The mosaics in the church are stunning. You walk above them on a raised boardwalk. The whole site is a short walk from the car park and very easily navigable. A really beautiful place, and well worth a visit.
