About Amman
Amman is the capital of Jordan, home to around 1,275,857 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Amman
1
Amman Citadel (Jabal al-Qal'a)
2
Roman Theatre
3
Rainbow Street
4
Jordan Museum
5
King Abdullah I Mosque
6
Jabal Amman and downtown souks
7
Day trip to Jerash
8
Day trip to Petra or Dead Sea
Budget travel
Free things to do in Amman
King Abdullah I Mosque
Temple of Herakles
Byzantine Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Amman Citadel
- Visit Jordan Archaeological Museum
- Visit Temple of Herakles
- Eat at Zahret Al Madaen Restaurant & Butchery
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Umayyad Palace
- Visit Byzantine Church
- Visit Ammonite Watchtower
- Eat at Pizza Roma Cafe
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Amman Waves Aqua Park and Resort
- Eat at Rouhi AlAqili Restaurant
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Hashem Restaurant
Jordanian · Downtown falafel and hummus institution
- $$
Reem Al Bawadi
Levantine · Garden restaurant locals love
- $$
Sufra Restaurant
Jordanian · Traditional Jordanian in a heritage house
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Four Seasons Hotel Amman
Abdoun · Hilltop luxury
- $$$
The House Boutique Suites
Jabal Amman · Design suites tourist favourite
- $$$$
W Amman
Abdali · Modern lifestyle hotel
Nightlife
- Picadelli Pub
- La Calle
- Jafra Café
- Maestro Bar
- Al-Mawardi
Museums & culture
- Jordan Archaeological Museum
- Temple of Herakles
- Umayyad Palace
- Byzantine Church
In pictures
Amman gallery
Keep exploring
