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Jordan Amman travel guide
18 things to do in Amman, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Amman
- King Abdullah I Mosque — mosque in Jordan (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Amman Citadel — archaeological site in Amman (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Roman Theatre of Amman — ancient Roman theatre in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 60 min)
- The Jordan Museum — art museum, archaeological museum in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Temple of Hercules — historic site in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Royal Tank Museum — tank museum in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Odeon of Amman — Ancient Roman odeon in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts — art museum in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Al Husseini Mosque — Oldest mosque in Amman, situated in the downtown area on Talal Street (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Raghadan Palace — building in Jordan (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Abu Darweesh Mosque (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Nymphaeum — roman nymphaeum in Amman (visit ≈ 30 min)
- St. Joseph's Church, Amman — church building in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Umayyad Palace — palace complex in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Cave of the Seven Sleepers — cave in Jordan (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, Amman — church building in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Roman Baths, Amman — archaeological site in Jordan (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Watchtower in Rujm Al-Malfouf — ammonite or Roman tower in Amman, Jordan (visit ≈ 60 min)
2-day Amman walking itinerary
Starting point: Downtown (Al-Balad). The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 7.3 km · 9,900 steps · 1 h 39 min on the way): Roman Theatre of Amman → Odeon of Amman → Temple of Hercules → Amman Citadel → King Abdullah I Mosque → Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts
- Day 2 (≈ 2.7 km · 3,630 steps · 37 min on the way): The Jordan Museum → Al Husseini Mosque
Where to stay in Amman
- Downtown (Al-Balad): Roman Theatre, souks and cheap eateries; busy and lively.
- Jabal Amman / Rainbow Street: A stylish hill with cafés and old stone houses; walkable to downtown.
- Jabal Al Weibdeh: A calm, bohemian area with art galleries and small cafés.
- Abdali: New business and shopping district; close to buses and the airport coach.
- Shmeisani: An orderly area full of big hotels and restaurants.
Getting from the airport to Amman
- Queen Alia International (AMM): Taxi or Careem/Uber ≈ 40 min; there is also an airport bus.
Getting around
The city sits on hills and public transport is limited; use taxis or Careem/Uber for longer trips. Downtown and Rainbow Street are walkable.
Classic places to eat
- Hashem Restaurant: Hummus and falafel for decades; a legendary spot even the king has visited.
- Habibah Sweets: Amman’s most famous place for hot knafeh; eaten standing up.
- Sufra: Mansaf and Jordanian home cooking in an old house on Rainbow Street.
- Shawerma Reem: Tiny stand at 2nd Circle; queues for shawarma late into the night.
- Books@Cafe: A bookshop and café in one, with a view terrace.
- Jafra: Traditional food, argileh and live music in the evening downtown.
Romantic views
- Amman Citadel (Sunset): From beside the Temple of Hercules, the city hills glow at sunset.
- Rainbow Street (Evening): The old stone-house street comes alive with cafés in the evening.
- Roman Theatre (Sunset): From the upper rows you look across the plaza to the Citadel.
- King Hussein Park (Sunset): A calm park with wide lawns and walking paths.
Football stadiums in Amman
- Amman International Stadium: Home of Al-Faisaly SC, Shabab Al-Ordon Club
- King Abdullah Stadium: Home of Al-Wehdat SC
Day trips
- Al Maghtas — 37 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Amman
- Fine: Photographing military sites, borders and government buildings is prohibited.
- Fine: Drones are banned and confiscated on arrival.
- Warning: Wear loose clothes covering shoulders and knees in public; women cover their hair in mosques.
- Warning: In the Dead Sea don't swim face down or splash; rinse with fresh water.
- Warning: Official advice warns against some border areas.
- During Ramadan be discreet about eating, drinking and smoking in public by day.
- Emergency: 911
- Plugs: C/D/F/G/J, 230V
- Tap water: Don't drink tap water; use bottled.
- Tipping: About 10% is customary.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Jordan, Wikivoyage — Jordan, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Amman travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Amman?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 3 days for the top 15 places within walking distance. Add extra days for day trips (Al Maghtas).
- What are the top things to do in Amman?
- Highlights: King Abdullah I Mosque, Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre of Amman, The Jordan Museum and Temple of Hercules. The map has 18 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Amman?
- Downtown (Al-Balad): Roman Theatre, souks and cheap eateries; busy and lively. Other options: Jabal Amman / Rainbow Street, Jabal Al Weibdeh, Abdali and Shmeisani.
- How do you get from the airport to Amman city centre?
- Queen Alia International (AMM): Taxi or Careem/Uber ≈ 40 min; there is also an airport bus.
- How do you get around Amman?
- The city sits on hills and public transport is limited; use taxis or Careem/Uber for longer trips. Downtown and Rainbow Street are walkable.
- What is the emergency number in Amman?
- Emergency: 911.
- Do you tip in Amman?
- About 10% is customary.
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