Al Madinah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Temple of Hercules
Temple of Hercules
The Amman Citadel is a historical site in Amman. The Citadel is considered an important site because it has had a long history of occupation by many great civilizations. Most of the buildings still visible at the site are from the Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad periods. The major buildings at the site are the Temple of Hercules, a Byzantine church, and the Umayyad Palace.
#lksawaydays in Jordan visited the famous 2nd century Roman Amphitheatre in Amman. The theatre was build during the reign of Pius and can seat 6000 people. We stretched our legs and headed for the top! Also there are two small museums here both are worth popping into
The Amman Citadel is a historical site in Amman. The Citadel is considered an important site because it has had a long history of occupation by many great civilizations. Most of the buildings still visible at the site are from the Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad periods. The major buildings at the site are the Temple of Hercules, a Byzantine church, and the Umayyad Palace.

Popular places to visit

Amman Roman Theater which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes

Amman Roman Theater

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Once the heart of Amman, this 2,000 year old amphitheater still inspires awe and highlights the genius of Roman engineering and design.

Amman Roman Theater
Gold Souk showing shopping as well as a small group of people

Gold Souk

Browse artisan quality jewelry, purchase something special for a loved one or just be dazzled by the shop windows full of shiny displays.

Gold Souk
Amman Citadel featuring a ruin and heritage elements as well as an individual male

Amman Citadel

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Discover 6,000-year-old archeological wonders and some of the best views of Amman, one of the oldest-known cities in the world,

Amman Citadel
King Hussein Mosque featuring heritage elements and street scenes as well as a small group of people

King Hussein Mosque

4.5/5(2 reviews)

When strolling through the maze of Amman’s gold souk let the tall minarets of this famous Ottoman-style landmark in the heart of downtown Amman be your guide.

King Hussein Mosque
Temple of Hercules which includes landscape views, a ruin and heritage elements

Temple of Hercules

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Perched on the highest hill in Amman, this mysterious temple is one of the most impressive sights in the ancient Citadel complex.

Temple of Hercules
Souk Jara featuring markets as well as a small group of people

Souk Jara

At this outdoor flea market open only in the summer months, browse stalls selling clothing, antiques, handmade jewelry and local snacks.

Souk Jara

Activities

Petra Private Full-Day Round-Trip

Petra Private Full-Day Round-Trip

AU$255
per traveller
Petra Private Full-Day Round-Trip
Boat snorkeling with open buffet BBQ 4-5 hours

Boat snorkeling with open buffet BBQ 4-5 hours

AU$102
per adult
Boat snorkeling with open buffet BBQ 4-5 hours
ClueJo Escape Room

ClueJo Escape Room

AU$30
per adult
ClueJo Escape Room
Dead Sea, Nebo, Madaba & Baptism Site Private or Group Tour

Dead Sea, Nebo, Madaba & Baptism Site Private or Group Tour

AU$127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dead Sea, Nebo, Madaba & Baptism Site Private or Group Tour
Dead Sea, Mount Nebo, Madaba, and Baptism Site, From Amman.

Private or sharing tour to Dead Sea,Nebo,Madaba&Baptism Site

AU$122
per adult
Private or sharing tour to Dead Sea,Nebo,Madaba&Baptism Site
From Amman: Private Full Day Tour Jerash Ajloun & Um Qais

Amman: Private or Group Tour to Jerash, Ajloun & Um Qais

AU$116
per adult
Amman: Private or Group Tour to Jerash, Ajloun & Um Qais
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Our pick of the best Al Madinah Hotel Deals

Amman Trail Hotel & Studios

Amman Trail Hotel & Studios

3 out of 5
king Talal Street Amman Amman
The price is AU$48 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$48
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amman. Enjoy free breakfast, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Nymphaeum and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)
Clean room, comfortable bed, good location, wonderful staff. Would come again!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Amman Trail Hotel & Studios
Layaali Amman

Layaali Amman

1 out of 5
105 Al-Hashemi St. Amman Amman Governorate
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amman. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

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Layaali Amman
Khan Khediwe Hotel

Khan Khediwe Hotel

3 out of 5
Quraysh St. Amman Amman Governorate
Stay at this hotel in Amman. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
Nice room

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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Khan Khediwe Hotel
Toledo Hotel

Toledo Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Razi Street Amman
Stay at this spa hotel in Amman. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (529 reviews)
Everything is fine

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

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Toledo Hotel
Al-Houriat Hotel

Al-Houriat Hotel

2 out of 5
Qourash Street, Down Town Amman
The price is AU$66 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$66
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Amman. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Nymphaeum and Souk Jara are ...
7.8/10 Good! (36 reviews)
Staff was friendly and very helpful. Very good location close to the action in old town markets and famous spots. On the other hand….. fixable problems drag it down. Shower had very little water pressure and it never was above Luke warm - miserable shower. It read also the dirtiest hotel room have ...

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Al-Houriat Hotel
Concord hotel

Concord hotel

2 out of 5
Al Hashemi street Amman Amman Governorate
Stay at this hotel in Amman. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Jordan Folklore Museum and Amman Roman Theater are ...
7.2/10 Good! (33 reviews)
Everything good except the smoky smell.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

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Concord hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Al Madinah

Amman which includes a city, landscape views and night scenes

Downtown Amman

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Downtown Amman include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Jordanian Museum of Popular Traditions or Amman Roman Theater while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Amman
view of modern buildings in Amman the capital of Jordan

Jabal Amman

While visiting Jabal Amman, you might make a stop by sights like Rainbow Street and Museum of the Political History of Hm Late King Abdullah bin al-Hussein.

Jabal Amman
Coming into this city was breathtaking. The city goes on for miles.

Basman

If you're spending some time in Basman, Raghadan Flagpole and Plaza Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Basman
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Jabal Al-Hussein

If you're spending some time in Jabal Al-Hussein, Maxim Mall and Hussain Luna Park are top sights worth seeing.

Jabal Al-Hussein
Dome and columns of the 8th century Umayyad palace at Jebel al-Qala'a, the citadel hill in Amman, Jordan

Jabal al-Luweibdeh

If you're spending some time in Jabal al-Luweibdeh, Al Abdali Mall and Abdali Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.

Jabal al-Luweibdeh
Went to visit a friend of mine in the hospital to be surprised that his room

Al Abdali

4/5(8 area reviews)

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

Al Abdali

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