Amman

Travel Guide
King Abdullah I Mosque featuring heritage elements and interior views as well as a small group of people
Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Amman is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Today it is a lively and culturally diverse metropolis, striking for its mix of ancient monuments and modern city life. Amman’s 9,000-year-old history can be seen throughout the city. Go to Rainbow Street, a pedestrian-friendly quarter, to see how locals today embrace the café and artistic scenes. 

Downtown Amman is where you will find quintessential Middle Eastern street life. Browse the fruits and spices at the Souk Sukkar and then head to the lively Saqf As Sayl market to bargain for household goods, jewelry and clothing. If it is brand names and international labels you’re after, head to boutiques on Wakalat Street. 

Wander between Neolithic, Roman, Byzantine and Umayyad ruins at the Amman Citadel, an impressive archaeological site that charts the history of the region’s past civilizations. 

Stand on the stage at the Roman Theater and admire the engineering ingenuity of this 6,000-seat amphitheater, built in the 2nd century. Today locals come here to relax and socialize. 

West of the city you’ll find the King Hussein Bin Talal Mosque, the largest Muslim place of worship in the country. The mosque's architecture reflects the Umayyad design, which draws on Roman and Persian styles, seen throughout the city. 

Enjoy modern, cosmopolitan Amman in Jabal Amman’s Rainbow Street and in the Jabel Al Weibdeh district. See art exhibitions at the Darat al Funun and the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts. Discover Jordan’s history and learn about the Hashemite royal family at the Jordan Museum. Stroll through the gardens in the King Hussein National Park and enjoy the views of Amman. At the end of the day, relax in a hammam, a traditional Turkish-style bathhouse, or unwind in a luxurious spa offered by one of the popular hotels.

A large proportion of Jordan’s population resides in Amman and the residents, proud of this rapidly growing city, are known for their hospitality. Amman, with its mix of new and old, is a great place to explore and discover the Middle East.

Where to stay in Amman

Amman featuring a city, night scenes and landscape views

Downtown Amman

4/5(38 area reviews)

Unique features of Downtown Amman include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Amman Roman Theater or Amman Citadel while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Amman
Amman showing a sunset, landscape views and a city

Al Abdali

4/5(185 area reviews)

While visiting Al Abdali, you might make a stop by sights like Abdali Boulevard and Al Abdali Mall.

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Al Swaifyeh

4/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Al Swaifyeh, you might make a stop by sights like The Galleria Mall and Baraka Mall.

Al Swaifyeh
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Wadi Al-Seer

While visiting Wadi Al-Seer, you might make a stop by sights like The Galleria Mall and Baraka Mall.

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Al Jubeiha

4/5(10 area reviews)

Travelers like the shopping in Al Jubeiha, and Al Mukhtar Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Al Jizah

Visitors to Al Jizah enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Qasr Al-Mshatta is worth a stop.

Al Jizah
Opal Hotel Amman
Opal Hotel Amman
4.5 out of 5
Airport road, Amman, Amman Governorate
The price is ¥16,263 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
¥16,263
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amman. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 indoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (341 reviews)
"Its style. Location. Quite. Excellent customer service."

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Opal Hotel Amman
Amman Airport Hotel
Amman Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
Queen Alia International Airport, Amman
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥24,107 per night from May 11 to May 12
¥24,107
per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Amman. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.4/10 (934 reviews)
"Everything was fine"

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

Amman Airport Hotel
Crowne Plaza Amman, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Amman, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
King Faisal Bin Abdul Aziz Street, 6th Circle, P.O.Box: 950555, Amman
The price is ¥16,765 per night from May 16 to May 17
¥16,765
per night
May 16 - May 17
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Amman. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (212 reviews)
"Nice and practical with good views"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Crowne Plaza Amman, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Capri Hotel Suites
Capri Hotel Suites
3.5 out of 5
Saad Bin Abi Waqqas Street 25, Amman
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Amman. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Al Abdali Mall and Rainbow ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
"Very beautiful people and beautiful services and very quiet places"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2023

Capri Hotel Suites
The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana
The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana
5 out of 5
The Abdali Boulevard, Rafiq Al Hariri Street, Amman
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Amman. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Al Abdali Mall and Rainbow Street are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (336 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2024

The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana
Abdali Views Apartments
Abdali Views Apartments
4 out of 5
Abdali Boulevard, Amman, Amman Governorate
Stay at this apartment in Amman. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Al Abdali Mall and Rainbow Street are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay. Definitely will stay there again."

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2024

Abdali Views Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Amman

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 14, 2020

Staff is very helpful.

3/5 - Okay

Dee
Mar 8, 2020

Small country, limited to see beside Aqaba and Petra , i wish if they decrease the one time visa fees its 40JD AND i believe this is way to much . Love the food and the shopping there Weather in March is nice - Amman is good for 2days visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 5, 2020

Right now I I just stayed here overnight, I will be back to stay in the same hotel for four nights then will be visiting historical palaces and of course shopping.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Feb 23, 2020

Do not go to this country. Everyone there is a predator and the tourist are the prey. They hate Americans.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 20, 2020

Everything perfect

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 18, 2020

I wish i had more time to get out and enjoy Amman and the rest of Jordan, maybe next time!!!

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