Things to do in Jordan

Places to visit in Jordan

• Things to do in Amman city, culture, food
• Things to do in Aqaba beach, relax, adventure
• Things to do in Dead Sea relax, nature, culture
• Things to do in Petra culture, adventure, nature
• Things to do in Wadi Rum adventure, nature, relax

Best time to visit Jordan

When flights to each destination are cheapest.

Amman

The cheapest months to fly to Amman are November through February (excluding Christmas/New Year), when fares from North American hubs can be 25-35% lower than the spring and summer peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently beat weekend prices by an additional 10-15%.

Aqaba

Flying to Aqaba in the shoulder months of March-April or October-November saves roughly 20-35% versus peak summer (July-August) and Christmas periods. Midweek departures (Tuesday-Wednesday) consistently offer lower fares than weekend travel on all routes.

Dead Sea

Flying into Amman is cheapest in January-February and late October-November, when round-trip fares from major US/European hubs can be 25-40% lower than summer peak. Avoid March-April (Easter/Passover crowds) and July-August when both prices and desert temperatures peak above 105°F.

Petra

Flights to Amman are cheapest from mid-November through February (excluding Christmas week), with fares running roughly 25-35% lower than the peak spring season (March-May) when Petra's weather is best and tourist numbers peak. Flying midweek, Tuesday or Wednesday departures, typically saves an additional $50-100 per person on transatlantic routes.

Wadi Rum

Flying in November through February (excluding Christmas/New Year) and late April to early May offers roughly 20-35% lower airfares than summer peak season; midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently beat weekend pricing by another 10-15%.

Is Jordan expensive?

It depends on the city and how you travel. Open any destination below and set your dates, budget and home airport to get an estimated total for flights, stays and day-to-day spending, rather than a generic average.

Free things to do in Jordan

• Amman: Wander the Citadel grounds at dusk The golden-hour light over the city is stunning and entry is cheap enough it feels free after sunset strolling outside.
• Aqaba: South Beach Public Shore Free public beach with direct snorkel access to coral and calm turquoise water
• Dead Sea: Public Dead Sea Beach (Amman Beach area) Access the famous salty waters and free mud at public stretches without paying resort fees
• Petra: Hike the High Place of Sacrifice Trail A steep but stunning ridge-top hike with panoramic views over the entire Petra basin, included in your site ticket.
• Wadi Rum: Wadi Rum Visitor Centre Viewpoint Sweeping views of the valley and the Seven Pillars of Wisdom right from the entrance area.