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Downtown (Al-Balad)
sightseeingHistoric center with Roman Theatre and traditional souks.
Jabal Amman
localTrendy hill with Rainbow Street, cafes, and galleries.
Abdoun
localUpscale area with restaurants, cafes, and embassies.
Citadel (Jabal al-Qala)
cultureAncient hilltop with Temple of Hercules and Umayyad Palace.
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faq.subtitle Amman
Most need visa - but GET JORDAN PASS! $70-80 includes visa + Petra + 40 sites. Pays for itself with Petra alone ($70). Buy online before trip. Single-entry visa on arrival also available (~$56).
JETT bus daily - 3 hours, ~10 JOD one way. Or rent car (scenic Kings Highway). Tour groups available. Most stay overnight in Wadi Musa (Petra town). Day trip possible but exhausting. Petra needs minimum full day.
Yes! Jordan is moderate Muslim country. Alcohol in hotels, restaurants, bars, liquor stores. Local Amstel beer, decent wines. Not like Saudi/Kuwait. Rainbow Street has bars. Drink respectfully, not on streets.
Moderate. Strong currency but affordable. Budget possible (~$40-50/day). Mid-range comfortable (~$80-120/day). Petra entrance expensive but included in Jordan Pass. Food cheap, transport reasonable.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Amman
BUY JORDAN PASS before arriving - $70-80 includes visa + Petra (worth $70 alone!) + 40 attractions. Must stay 3+ nights. Essential purchase. Buy at jordanpass.jo. Saves money and time.
Explore Downtown - Roman Theatre (2nd century), climb to Citadel for views, wander souks. Have dinner at Hashem (legendary falafel, cheap). Most authentic Amman. Morning or late afternoon best.
Day trip to Dead Sea - lowest point on Earth! Float effortlessly. Public beaches and resort beaches. ~1 hour from Amman. Go early, very hot. Bring flip-flops (salt crystals). Don't shave beforehand!
Try mansaf (national dish - lamb with rice and yogurt), falafel, hummus, shawarma, knafeh (sweet cheese dessert). Jordanian hospitality means you'll be fed constantly. Arabic coffee with cardamom tradition.
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
3 - 6 د.ا
~4.5 $
Mid-range
12 - 25 د.ا
~18.5 $
Fine dining
35 - 80 د.ا
~57.5 $
Street Food
Local dish
1 - 3 د.ا
~2.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
2 - 5 د.ا
~3.5 $
Local beer
4 - 7 د.ا
~5.5 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
0.25 - 0.5 د.ا
~0.38 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
8 - 15 د.ا / night
~11.5 $
Guesthouse
25 - 50 د.ا / night
~37.5 $
Hotel 3★
60 - 120 د.ا / night
~90.0 $
Hotel 5★
150 - 350 د.ا / night
~250 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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widespread
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Cash essential for souks, street vendors, gas stations, and small shops. Larger hotels, restaurants, and shops accept digital payments. Contactless payment available in modern establishments. Combination of cash and card recommended.
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Best rates at Abu Sheikha Exchange and Alawneh Exchange (50+ branches, no commission). Arab Bank and Jordan Kuwait Bank offer good rates. Avoid airport and hotels. Downtown Amman has many competing money changers.
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10%
10% expected in restaurants. Often included - check bill. Hotel staff 1-2 JOD. Guides 5-10 JOD per day.
Safety
High safety level
Tourist area with low crime rate
Amman is very safe. Jordan is stable oasis in turbulent region. Low crime, welcoming to tourists. Normal precautions in crowded areas. Traffic chaotic but not dangerous. One of safest Middle East destinations.