🇯🇴 Jordan
Petra travel guide
Petra is Jordan's crown jewel and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - an ancient Nabataean city carved into rose-red cliffs over 2000 years ago. Walk through the narrow Siq canyon to emerge at the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh), then explore tombs, temples, and the monastery. This archaeological wonder is truly one of the world's most spectacular sights.
Language
Arabic (English in tourist areas)
Currency
Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Timezone
AST (GMT+2) / ADT (GMT+3 summer)
Best time
March to May, September to November
Budget/day
JOD 60-150/day ($85-212)
When to visit
Jan
4°C to 14°C
Feb
6°C to 16°C
Mar
10°C to 21°C
Apr
14°C to 26°C
May
18°C to 31°C
Jun
21°C to 35°C
Jul
22°C to 37°C
Aug
22°C to 37°C
Sep
19°C to 33°C
Oct
15°C to 28°C
Nov
10°C to 22°C
Dec
5°C to 15°C
Safety
safePetra is safe. Dehydration risk — bring lots of water. Official guides recommended.
Women travellers
Tourist area is safe. Bedouin guides are respectful. Dress modestly outside resort areas.
Culture & etiquette
- + Dress modestly (shoulders/knees)
- + Negotiate respectfully
- + Hire local guides
- + Respect Bedouin community
- - Don't climb monuments
- - Don't take rocks or artifacts
- - Don't photograph people without permission
- - Don't use flash in certain areas
Food to try
Mansaf
Lamb with rice and jameed yogurt
Falafel
Fried chickpea patties
Bedouin tea
Sweet sage tea
Maqluba
Upside-down rice dish
Zarb
Jordanian underground BBQ
Knafeh
Sweet cheese dessert
Hidden gems
Details are indicative and may change. Verify visa, safety, and entry requirements before travel.