Travel advisory · JordanSome governments advise against all but essential travel to Jordan.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice

Areas with warnings

5 km strip along the Iraqi and Syrian borders · avoid all travel · Canada, New Zealand
Iraq border region · avoid all travel · Germany, France, Ireland, US
Syria border region · avoid all travel · Germany, France, Ireland, US
Northeast Jordan · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, France
Refugee camps · avoid non-essential travel · Ireland, US

Also named by one government: 3 km strip along the Syrian border (UK), Baqa'a neighborhood of Ayn Basha (US), East of Ruwaished (Canada), Mansheyat al Ghayyath (US), Rusayfah (US), Ruwayshid (US), Aqaba and surroundings (France), Ma'an (France), Mafraq governorate west of Ruwaished (Canada), Palestinian territories border zone (France), Strip bordering the red zone (France), Zarqa governorate (Canada)

Government	Advice	Updated	Read the advice
United Kingdom (FCDO)	No advice against the whole country; advises against all travel to parts of Jordan (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
United States (State Dept)	Reconsider travel due to terrorism and armed conflict	Oct 23, 2026	Read the advice
Canada (Global Affairs)	Exercise a high degree of caution (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Germany (Auswärtiges Amt)	Avoid non-essential travel to other parts of Jordan	Oct 29, 2026	Read the advice
New Zealand (SafeTravel)	Avoid non-essential travel	–	Read the advice
Ireland (Department of Foreign Affairs)	Avoid non-essential travel	–	Read the advice
France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)	Increased vigilance recommended across Jordan (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice

Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.

aerial view of city buildings during daytime

Amman

Jordan's hilly capital, where Neolithic plaster statues, Roman ruins and a hilltop citadel sit beside modern cafés and nightlife.

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Amman is Jordan's capital and largest city, and the seat of its government and economy. It is built across hills and valleys on the East Bank Plateau, and many districts take their names from a hill (jabal) or a valley (wadi). East Amman holds most of the historic sites, while West Amman is newer, is the economic centre, and has most of the country's four- and five-star hotels.

People come for the layers of history. Ain Ghazal, on the eastern edge, is a Neolithic village whose plaster statues are among the oldest known in the world. The Ammonites made the city their capital in the Iron Age, and under Greek and Roman rule it was called Philadelphia. The Citadel hill above the old city holds Ammonite, Roman, Byzantine and Umayyad remains, and the Roman Theater downtown, built in the 2nd century AD, still hosts concerts and festivals. Spring and autumn are mild, while summer is hot and busy with visitors.

Amman in five

Start at the CitadelEntry is 3 JD on the official fee list, and a Jordan Pass may cover it. The hilltop gives views over downtown and the Roman Theater below.Jordan entrance fees
Buy a Jordan Pass firstBuy it before arrival: it waives the tourist visa fee if you stay at least two nights, and it covers Petra, Wadi Rum and Jerash.Jordan Pass guide
Plan Jerash as a half dayThe Roman city is about an hour north. Entry is 10 JD, and the Jordan Pass covers it. Pair it with Ajloun or head back for the Citadel at sunset.
Use ride-hailing or metered taxisAmman is hilly and spread out. Ride-hailing apps and yellow taxis are easier than walking between districts.

Things to do in Amman

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Museum · AmmanThe Children's Museum Jordan

Museum · AmmanJordan Hejaz Railway

brown concrete building under blue sky during daytime

Historic site · AmmanAmman CitadelThe Jordan Pass covers entry. Without it, confirm the current ticket price at the gate.

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Need to know

Airport: Queen Alia International (AMM), about 45 min to the city
Getting there: Flights from Europe and the Gulf; buses to Petra and Aqaba
Getting around: Taxis and ride-hailing apps; a car for day trips
Best base: Jabal Amman for Rainbow Street, downtown for budget
Time needed: 2 days, plus day trips

Weather by month

Rainy days

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Good
Mixed

JanuaryPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh13°Low6°Cold, rain
FebruaryPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh14°Low6°Cold
MarchClear5 rainy daysHigh18°Low9°Mild
AprilClear3 rainy daysHigh24°Low13°Warm, green
MayClear1 rainy dayHigh28°Low17°Warm
JuneClear0 rainy daysHigh32°Low19°Hot
JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh34°Low21°Hot, dry
AugustClear0 rainy daysHigh33°Low21°Hottest
SeptemberClear0 rainy daysHigh31°Low19°Hot
OctoberClear1 rainy dayHigh27°Low16°Warm, clear
NovemberClear3 rainy daysHigh20°Low12°Mild
DecemberClear5 rainy daysHigh15°Low8°Cold

Average daily high and low in Amman, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Right now in Amman

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 21°
Humidity: 36%
Wind: 6 km/h
Chance of rain: 3%

Amman

11:36 PM

Monday, November 2

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Today27°15°3%Monday: Cloudy. High 27°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 3%.
Tue22°14°0%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 22°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 0%.
Wed21°13°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 21°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 0%.
Thu19°12°0%Thursday: Cloudy. High 19°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 0%.
Fri17°12°25%Friday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 25%.
Sat15°10°14%Saturday: Cloudy. High 15°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 14%.
Sun17°10°14%Sunday: Partly cloudy. High 17°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 14%.

Updated 07:29 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 0.709 JOD

Amount

Converted to

JOD · Jordanian Dinar

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

Day trips by train

Jerashabout 1 hour by carColonnaded streets and theaters of a Roman city.
Madaba and Mount Neboabout 45 min by carThe mosaic map of the Holy Land and views over the Jordan Valley.
Dead Seaabout 1 hour by carFloat in the salt water and visit the Baptism Site.Read the guide

Before you go to Amman

Jordan Pass before you landVisa fee waived on two or more nightsRead the guide

Jerash and Madaba day tripsGuided runs with hotel pickupCompare day trips

eSIM for JordanRides and maps on the city's hillsRead the guide

Travel insurance for JordanMedical cover for Petra and the desertRead the guide

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Rules for Amman, checked

Official fees for visitors: Amman Citadel 3 JD, Jerash 10 JD, Baptism Site 12 JD. Natural reserves add 16% tax. Check the list for current rates.Checked Oct 1, 2026 · Source

Plan around Amman

All of Jordan

Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and the Jordan Pass

Read the guide Petra

The Rose City, about 3 to 4 hours south by road

Read the guide Dead Sea

Float and see the Baptism Site, about an hour away

Read the guide Jordan Pass guide

When the pass covers the visa fee and sites

Read the guide Getting around Jordan

Buses, taxis and car hire between the big sights

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Amman FAQ

How many days do I need in Amman?

One day for the Citadel, the Roman Theater and downtown, and one or two more for Jerash, Madaba and the Dead Sea.

Is the Jordan Pass worth it if I start in Amman?

Yes, if you stay two nights or more and visit Petra. It waives the tourist visa fee and covers Petra, Wadi Rum and Jerash. Buy it online before you land.

How do I get from Amman to Petra?

Buses and shared transport run south, or hire a car or driver. The Desert Highway is faster; the King's Highway is slower and more scenic. Allow about 3 to 4 hours either way.

Where should I stay in Amman?

Jabal Amman for Rainbow Street cafes and a walkable first night, downtown for budget rooms near the Roman Theater, or the western districts for quiet and easy parking. The city is hilly and spread out, so pick by evening plans.

Is Amman worth more than a stopover?

Yes, for one or two nights. The Citadel, the Roman Theater and the downtown food streets are the draw, and the city is the base for Jerash, Madaba and the Dead Sea. Most trips then continue to Petra and Wadi Rum.