Why go
- Ancient rock-cut historical city in Jordan.
- Served by Ein Yahav Airfield (EIY).
History
Petra, originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu, is an ancient city and archaeological site in southern Jordan. Famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit systems, Petra is also called the "Rose City" because of the colour of the sandstone from which it is carved. The city is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Where to stay
City Center، Al-Yakhour Street, Wadi Musa, Jordan · townseasonhotel.com
Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · hotels.cloudbeds.com
Wadi Musa, Jordan · petralegacyluxury.com
Wadi Musa, Jordan · hluxuryhotel.com
Kings Hwy., Wadi Musa, Jordan · oldvillageresort.com
Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · petraboutiquehotel.com
Kings Hwy., Wadi Musa, Jordan · reseliva.com
Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · movenpick.accor.com
Touristic Stree, Wadi Musa, Jordan · nomadsjo.com
Visitors center street, Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · petramoonhotel.com
Queen Rania St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · thernhotels.jordan-hotel.top
Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · sevenwondershotel.com
لواء البتراء30.321635, 35.480125, Wadi Musa, Jordan · infinitylodge.net
8FCJ+P3Q City Circle, Wadi Musa, Jordan · al-rashid.hotel5h.com
Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan · petrapalace.com
City Center, Wadi Musa, Jordan · petraelitehotel.com
Queen Rania Al Abdallah Street Wadi Mousa, Jordan · marriott.com
Wadi Musa, Jordan · br.bluepillow.com
8FGF+R85, Wadi Musa, Jordan · wotif.com
Wadi Musa, Jordan · sharahmountains.com
8FFP+4HC، شارع الرئيسي, Wadi Musa, Jordan · petranightshotel.com
City Center, Wadi Musa, Jordan
Queen Rania Al Abdullah Street, Wadi Musa, Jordan
Tourism St 14, Wadi Musa, Jordan
Tourism Street, Wadi Moussa, Wadi Musa, Jordan
Tourism St, Wadi Musa, Jordan
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Restaurants & places to go
Barbecue, Regional, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-00:00 Features: outdoor seating, vegan options
Regional, Restaurant · Features: vegan options · beitaltaybeh.com
Burger, Restaurant · Burger restaurant · instagram.com
Oriental, International, Arab, Restaurant · Oriental/International restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant · al-qantarah.com
Pizza, Regional, Restaurant · Features: outdoor seating, vegetarian options, air conditioning
Kebab, Chicken, Regional, Mediterranean, Restaurant · Features: outdoor seating
Local, Restaurant · Local restaurant
Arab, Restaurant · Arab restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Fast Food · fast food
Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant · petrakitchen.com
Burger, Fast Food · Burger fast food
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-23:00
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant
Arab, Restaurant · Arab restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant · thousandand1night.com
Restaurant · restaurant
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Regional, Restaurant · Features: vegan options
Restaurant · restaurant
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Regional, Restaurant · Features: outdoor seating
Restaurant · restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant · Wadi Musa
Restaurant · restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Restaurant · restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Restaurant · restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
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4 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Airports
Ein Yahav Airfield (EIY) 42 km to the centre
Sapir, D, IL — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Where things are
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Photographs
credit: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · See source page
When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Ein Yahav Airfield (EIY); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Petra. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Tours & experiences
Sightseeing
Air Tour