Jordan
Travel guide & places to visit in Middle East
- Capital
- Amman
- Currency
- Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
- Language
- Arabic (official), English widely spoken in tourism
- Best time
- March, April, May
About Jordan
Upper-middle-income economy. Tourism, remittances, phosphates. Home to Petra and Dead Sea.
Geography
Area: 89,342 sq km
- • Arid desert: hot dry summers (40C+), cool winters
- • Red Sea coast: slightly more humid
Government
Type: parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Capital: Amman
Economy
GDP: $45.6 billion
Per Capita: $4,200
Demographics
Population: 10,998,531
Languages: Arabic (official), English widely spoken in tourism
Religions: Muslim 97.2% (Sunni majority), Christian 2.2%
Explore Jordan's Regions
Discover 12 distinct regions, each with unique landscapes and culture.
Major Cities in Jordan
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Places to Visit
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Travel Essentials
Contact & Emergency
Phone Code: +962
Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
fire: 911
police: 911
ambulance: 911
Practical Info
Electricity: 230V / 50Hz / Type B, C, D, F, G, J
Driving: Right
Water: Bottled only
Tipping
- • 10% in restaurants
- • Guides: JOD 5-10/day
- • Drivers: JOD 3-5/day
When to Visit Jordan
Best Months
March, April, May, October, November
Peak Season
Mar-May, Sep-Nov (pleasant weather)
Off Season
Jun-Aug (extremely hot 40C+), Dec-Feb (cold nights)
- Mar
Jarash Festival of Culture and Arts
- Jun
Fete de la Musique
- Nov
Jordan Rally
Top Destinations in Jordan
- 1Petra (Treasury, Monastery — UNESCO)
- 2Wadi Rum (desert, Bedouin camps)
- 3Dead Sea (lowest point on Earth)
- 4Amman (Citadel, Roman amphitheater)
- 5Jerash (Roman ruins)
- 6Aqaba (Red Sea diving)
- 7Dana Nature Reserve
- 8Madaba (mosaic map)
- 9Mount Nebo
- 10Baptism Site (Bethany Beyond the Jordan)
Cultural Tips
- Jordanian hospitality is legendary — accept tea/coffee invitations
- Dress modestly outside tourist resorts
- Petra needs minimum 2 full days (most people underestimate its size)
- Wadi Rum: sleep in a Bedouin camp for the authentic experience
- Dead Sea: don't shave before visiting (the salt stings cuts)
- Jordan Pass ($70-80) saves money and includes Petra + visa
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jordan safe?
One of the safest countries in the Middle East. Tourism is a national priority. Tourists are very well-treated. Standard precautions apply.
How many days?
Minimum 5 days: Amman (1), Petra (2), Wadi Rum (1), Dead Sea (1). 7-8 days ideal to add Jerash, Aqaba, Dana.
Jordan Pass worth it?
Absolutely. $70-80 includes 40 JOD visa fee + Petra entrance (normally 50 JOD alone) + 40 other attractions. Buy online before arrival.
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