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Jordan

Petra the Rose City, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and Amman — Jordan is a destination of history, desert and nature, close to the Gulf.

Best time to visit
March–May and September–November for mild weather; summers are hot and winters can be cold in Petra
Currency
Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Language
Arabic (English is common in tourism)
Timezone
UTC+3
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Jordanian DinarJOD
Reference exchange rate
1 JOD ≈
5.2891 SAR
1 JOD ≈
1.4104 USD
Last updated: 23 October 2026 at 00:02Source: ExchangeRate-API (open.er-api.com)

Daily reference rates (not real-time) from a third-party provider — for approximate guidance only.

What it's known for

Warm hospitality and ancient history

  • 01Petra is a city carved into rock and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
  • 02The Dead Sea is the lowest point on land, known for its extremely salty water.
  • 03Wadi Rum is a desert of red rock formations and camps, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Top attractions

01

Petra

A Nabataean city carved into rock, best known for the Treasury, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Historical
02

Wadi Rum

A desert of red mountains and dunes, with jeep tours and camping.

Adventure
03

The Dead Sea

A hypersaline lake that makes floating easy, with resorts along its shore.

Nature
04

Amman Citadel & Roman Theatre

A hilltop archaeological site in Amman and a Roman theatre in the city centre.

Historical

Essential apps

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Navigation

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Google Translate

Translation

Camera-based text and sign translation — useful anywhere the local language is unfamiliar.

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Careem

Transport

A ride-hailing service used in Amman and several cities in the region.

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Local insights

Neighborhoods worth visiting

Jabal Al-Lweibdeh (Amman)

A cultural district in Amman with cafés, galleries and quiet streets.

An artistic, quiet atmosphere away from the crowds.

Local markets

Downtown Amman (Al-Balad Souq)

Amman's old downtown with markets, sweet shops and spice stalls.

An authentic Amman experience and local food.Open in Google Maps ↗

Restaurants & cafés

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Travel tips

  • Queen Alia International (AMM) in Amman is the main gateway, with King Hussein Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba for the south.
  • Travel between Amman, Petra and Wadi Rum is by car, bus or organised tours.
  • Check entry requirements for Saudi travellers before you go — our team confirms them when you apply.
  • Visiting Petra involves a lot of walking — wear comfortable shoes, carry water and start early.
  • Follow safety guidance when floating in the Dead Sea and avoid getting the water in your eyes.

Visa & Entry

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