08/05/2023
With beautiful desert scenery, fascinating archeological sites, delicious food, and almost guaranteed sunshine – Jordan is one of the top destinations in the Middle East.
While you can hit up the main spots over a few days, I recommend taking your time in Jordan. It will give you enough time to discover a few hidden gems and take in all the ancient history.
Amman
Fly into Queen Alia International Airport
Fly into the capital city of Amman, the heart and soul of the country. Spend your first night taking it easy and going to bed early to catch up on your jet lag.
After a good night’s rest, it’s time to start exploring the vibrant city of Amman! Start your morning with a trip to the Citadel, perched on the highest hill of Amman.
If you don’t want to walk up the steep trail, you can hire a taxi to take you to the top.
Once there, you can discover the ruins of Jordan’s past. Wander past a Roman Hercules Temple, a Byzantine church, and a Umayyad palace.
Before heading back to your hotel, watch the sunset at King King Abdullah II’s mosque. It’s one of the best things to do in Amman, and it’s only 10-minutes away from .