Amman is Jordan’s capital and a useful base for exploring northern and central parts of the country. The city combines ancient sites, museums, markets, cafés and modern neighborhoods.

Top Sights

The Citadel, Roman Theatre, downtown markets and Rainbow Street are among the places travelers commonly explore.

Food

Try mansaf, falafel, hummus, mutabbal, maqluba, knafeh and Jordanian tea or coffee.

Day Trips

Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba and Mount Nebo can be incorporated into wider itineraries depending on transport and available time.

Use the Jordan Travel Guide to connect Amman with Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea.

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