About Petra
One of the New Seven Wonders of the World — the Nabataean rose-red city carved into sandstone cliffs 2,000 years ago. The Treasury, the Monastery, and the Siq canyon are unforgettable.
Petra is Jordan's crown jewel and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World — a UNESCO World Heritage city carved into rose-red sandstone cliffs by the Nabataean Arabs over 2,000 years ago. The approach through the Siq — a narrow 1.2 km canyon with walls towering 80 metres — is one of the most dramatic entrances in world architecture. At the end, Al-Khazneh (The Treasury) appears in a blaze of pink stone, 40 metres tall. Beyond lies an entire city: the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, the Roman Theatre, the Colonnaded Street, and the Monastery (Ad-Deir) — requiring 800 steps to reach but even more spectacular than the Treasury. Petra by Night (Mon/Wed/Thu) illuminates the Siq and Treasury with 1,500 candles. The Jordan Pass (JOD 70-80) includes Petra entry and waives the visa fee.
Highlights
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The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
40-metre Nabataean masterpiece — the world's most iconic ancient facade.
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The Monastery (Ad-Deir)
800 steps to a 47-metre facade — even grander than the Treasury.
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The Siq
1.2 km narrow canyon — 80-metre walls leading to the Treasury reveal.
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Petra by Night
1,500 candles illuminate the Siq and Treasury — Mon/Wed/Thu.
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Jordan Pass
JOD 70-80 — covers Petra + 40 sites + visa fee waiver.
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Travel Tips
Key Facts
- Timezone
- Asia/Amman
- Currency
- JOD (Jordanian Dinar)
📅 Best Time to Visit
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best months to visit: Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
✈️ Travel Information — Petra
Everything you need to know before you go
Visa Requirements
1
Climate: Semi-arid — hot summers, cool winters, occasional rain
Monthly Temperatures
Safe
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JOD
Jordanian Dinar
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JOD
Symbol
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230
Voltage
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50
Frequency
🏛️ Top Attractions in Petra
4 attractions
Landmark
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The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
The most iconic facade in the ancient world — a 40-metre Hellenistic temple fron…
Landmark
The Monastery (Ad-Deir)
Even grander than the Treasury — a 47-metre-wide facade reached by climbing 800 …
Natural-wonder
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The Siq (Canyon Entrance)
The dramatic 1.2 km natural gorge leading to the Treasury — walls tower up to 80…
Experience
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Petra by Night
On Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights, 1,500 candles line the Siq and illumi…
🏨 Where to Stay in Petra
2 accommodations
Hotel
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Mövenpick Resort Petra
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Petra Gate
The best-located hotel in Petra — literally steps from the entrance ga…
Hotel
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Petra Guest House
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Petra Gate
A charming hotel also at the Petra entrance, famous for its Cave Bar —…
🍽️ Where to Eat in Petra
2 dining spots
Restaurant
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The Basin Restaurant (inside Petra)
Jordanian · Indoor
Halal
The only full-service restaurant inside Petra (near the Colonnaded Street). Buff…
Restaurant
$$
Cave Bar (Petra Guest House)
International
A bar inside a 2,000-year-old Nabataean rock-cut tomb at the Petra Guest House. …
🛍️ Shopping in Petra
1 shopping destination
🛒 Market
Wadi Musa Souvenirs
Crafts
Daily 8 AM-10 PM
Wadi Musa town (the gateway to Petra) has souvenir shops selling colourful sand bottles, B…
🌙 Nightlife in Petra
1 venue
Local Regulations
Alcohol available in hotels and the Cave Bar. Not available in town restaurants.
🍸 Bar
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Cave Bar
Inside a 2,000-year-old Nabataean tomb at Petra Guest House. The most unique bar…
🚌 Getting Around Petra
🚐 Airport Transfers
🚇 Public Transport
🚕 Taxi & Rideshare
📱 Local taxi
Base: JOD 1 · JOD 0.50/km
💡 Getting Around Tips
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Wadi Musa town: taxis needed between hotels and Petra gate. Inside Petra: walking only (8-15 km per day). Donkeys/camels available but discouraged for animal welfare.
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Petra Day Tour
Guided tour: Treasury, Monastery, Royal Tombs, Petra by Nigh…
From AED 199
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Jordan Highlights
Amman + Petra + Wadi Rum + Dead Sea — the classic route.
From AED 3,999
📅 When to Visit Petra
Peak Season
Shoulder Season
Off-Peak
🏆 Best Months:
🥇 Sep
🥈 May
🥉 Jun
Jan
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 17° / 7°
🌧️ 8d
$$$$$
🎆 New Year
Feb
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 17° / 7°
🌧️ 8d
$$$$$
🛍️ Dubai Shopping Festival
Mar
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$$$
🌙 Ramadan (approx.)
Apr
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
🎉 Eid al-Fitr (approx.)
📚 Spring Break
May
⭐
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$
Jun
⭐
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 37° / 27°
🌧️ 3d
$
🐑 Eid al-Adha (approx.)
☀️ Summer Holiday Starts
Jul
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 37° / 27°
🌧️ 3d
$
🎪 Dubai Summer Surprises
Aug
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 37° / 27°
🌧️ 3d
$
Sep
⭐
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$
📚 School Year Starts
Oct
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
Nov
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$$$
🇦🇪 UAE National Day (Dec 2)
Dec
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 17° / 7°
🌧️ 8d
$$$$$
🎄 Christmas & NYE
❄️ Winter Break
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