Inside Petra Jordan: Full guide to the Rose City

Everything you need to know about getting inside Petra Jordan, nicknamed The Rose City for it’s beautifully rose coloured sandstone. It has some of the most beautiful architecture in the world and should be visited at least once in your life for that bucket list experience!

It is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, and was once lost to the Western World. This blog covers everything you need to know about Petra, including best photograph spots (aka Instagrammable spots), hiking routes, when to visit, things to be aware of and more!

Petra is nicknamed ‘The Rose City‘ because of its Pinkish coloured sandstone that has been carved directly into the rock. I found that there was so much more to Petra than just the iconic treasury monument you see on Instagram and TikTok, here’s your complete guide. Inside Petra Jordan: here’s your full guide to The Rose City, the rose tinted sandstone city for the ultimate bucket list destination!

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After you’ve explored inside Petra Jordan, you might find some of my other recent posts on Jordan useful:

• Inside Petra Jordan
• Amman, Jordan’s capital city
• Swimming in the Dead Sea
• Wadi Rum
• 7 day Jordan itinerary

Jordan Petra is known as The Rose City and one of The New Seven Wonders of the World and was once a thriving trading centre for the Nabataeans, an Arabic tribe that lived in the area over 2,000 years ago. There are still some locals that live Inside Petra Jordan, in the caves today and you can learn more about their story and way of life in Petra’s museum (free with your entry ticket).

Petra Jordan History

It’s an architectural marvel, and walking around this ancient city (yes, it was once a full, thriving city!) is simply breath taking. The huge monuments are incredibly impressive and as you walk through the winding passageways and stumble across them.

Master water engineers

The Nabataeans’ were masters at hydraulic engineering; they used complex and sophisticated systems and clay piping to collect water. Water resources were extremely limited, and the Nabataeans understood how to harness the water from the flash floods in the winter season. They managed to sustain 20,000 people, plus all their animals, plus water for farming inside Petra Jordan.

You can learn much more in the Petra museum, which is included in the price of your ticket and definitely worth a visit; it is super modern and gives a lot of explanation to the things you see in the city inside Petra Jordan.

The City of Petra was once lost

Despite being a significant trading centre for centuries, Petra was gradually abandoned after a change to trade routes and eventually lost to the Western world. The city’s remote location made it hard to discover. It wasn’t until 1812 that Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, posing as an Arab traveller in the desert (unethical or not), befriended some local Bedouins and persuaded them to show him the lost city.

He reintroduced Petra to the Western World. Burckhardt had heard about the ancient city and couldn’t find it; it wasn’t until he was led to the entrance by a local that he was able to document its location. Since then, Petra has become worldwide famous and is recognised as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

2 days in Petra

Inside Petra Jordan: The Top 10 things to see in Petra

1. The Treasury
2. The Siq
3. The Monastery
4. The Great Temple
5. The Place of High Sacrifice
6. The Colonnaded Street
7. The Roman Theatre
8. The Street of Facades
9. The Royal Tombs
10. Little Petra

Have a look at the map below too, the map they give you isn’t great. The pictures will help you decide what you might want to see.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

The Treasury

The treasury is one of the most iconic structures inside Petra Jordan thanks to Instagram and TikTok, the Treasury is a massive tomb that was carved out of the pink coloured rock. It was carved back in the 1st century AD and thought to be a temple; the local legend states that an Egyptian Pharaoh hid treasure in the urn at the top. This spot will rarely be empty, expect hordes of tourists. See the section below on when to visit Petra, as certain times of the day are better than others inside Petra Jordan.

Viewpoints of the Treasury

There are numerous viewpoints inside Petra Jordan. You will be offered by 1000 guides to take you up to the ‘Instagram viewpoint’. Don’t pay 20JOD per person, my friend told me she paid a local guide 10 JOD for 3 people.

I didn’t do the ‘Instagram viewpoint’ of the Treasury, but I’ve been told by some of my followers that it is:

1) an easy climb

2) it is a death defying climb where you nearly die

I can neither confirm or deny. You can also get to this viewpoint the ‘safe way’ by doing a hike.

Free viewpoints of the Treasury

Scroll down to the map below for further information.

Viewpoint 1: 5 minutes

To the left of the treasury is a set of stairs that take you up to a mini viewpoint (5 minutes climbing). I am a fairly confident hiker – I’ve clamoured over rocks many times when hiking, and I felt like it was fairly easy. But there are no handrails, and there’s a few instances where the ledge is a bit narrow, so there’s a risk you could fall if you’re not careful. It’s not that high (maybe 2-3 stories). So if at any point you feel uncomfortable and that you might slip and hurt yourself, turn around and go back. Nothing is worth injuring yourself.

Treasury Viewpoint 2: 1.5 hours

One hiking trail after the royal tombs (to the right) takes you to the same viewpoint as the one mentioned above but the ‘safe way’.

Treasury Viewpoint 3:

Another view of ‘the Treasury from above’. Head to the point of High Sacrifice and half way up, one of the routes on your left takes you towards the Treasury.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

The Siq

The only way I can think of describing the Siq is by comparing it to the Grand Canyon. It’s around 1 kilometre and you have to walk through it to get to the Treasury and the rest of Petra. The Siq is a little awe inspiring; it takes you about 15 minutes to walk through and you feel like you’re taking a step back into the past. There’s plenty of twists and turns so I found it easy to get pictures without many people in them although it’s worth noting that I visited in January which is off season.

The Monastery

The Monastery is possibly the most impressive structure in Petra, bigger than the Treasury. The official Petra guide warns you that it takes 6-7 hours hike (round trip) from the entrance, and they say you wont be able to do this if you are visiting inside Petra Jordan on day trip with a tour guide (they say you won’t make it there and back in time!).

It took us 3 hours (1.5h hike each way). I should caveat this by saying we did this hike on day 2, after we had visited all the other spots (like the Treasury, the High Sacrifice viewpoint, the colonnaded street, taken our photos there, etc), and made a beeline for the Monastery.

It was also winter, so the temperature was around 20 degrees and generally pretty pleasant, but I could imagine dying of heat exhaustion in the summer, so just a thought. Scroll down to the weather section below to see when is best to visit Jordan. It’s really a wonderful stop; it’s much bigger and possibly the most impressive site inside Petra Jordan (it’s a close tie with The Treasury), and the hike is worth it!

Tip: Stop for a coffee opposite the Monastery. We were lucky enough to spot a local Bedouin chilling at the very top of the monastery playing old school tunes like ABBA, the Bee Gees, and then some modern rap too.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

The Great Temple

The Great Temple is the largest freestanding structure inside Petra Jordan, built by the Romans. It’s pretty cool to see the huge columns scattered across the floor. It’s a quick pit stop on your way to the Monastary and you won’t need to spend too much time here!

The Place of High Sacrifice

‘Where do these stairs go?’

These never ending stairs (feels like) takes you to the top of the mountain. In reality the hike is only about 1h but it’s non stop steps all the way to the top, so be prepared for a vertical hike. It is believed this site is where animal sacrifices took place. The view from the top is totally worth it and offers a panoramic view of Petra, where you can see people at the bottom scurrying around like ants.

Stop at Ali’s café for a tea, costing you a bank breaking 1 JOD (1.25 GBP or 1.40 USD). Ali himself welcomes you to sit down on his carpets that are laid down on the cliff edge, even if you don’t buy anything.

‘We just want you to feel welcome and to enjoy the city of Petra.’

Such a lovely guy, and he looks a bit like Jack Sparrow too.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

The Colonnaded Street

The Colonnaded Street, lined with semi ruined columns, runs right through the centre inside Petra Jordan. It is great to walk through and imagine how it used to look like in ancient times. It’s where a lot of market sellers set up stalls packed full of souvenirs.

The Roman Theatre

The Roman Theatre was built by, you guessed it, the Romans. It was also carved out of the rock face. It can seat over 7,000 people and has great acoustics. If you speak at certain locations in the theatre by the stage, your voice echoes across the stadium.

The Street of Facades

This reminds me a bit of the Stone Age. Hundreds of man made caves are dotted across the side of the main street inside Petra Jordan. The holes peppered into the rock were once houses belonging to the Nabataeans. You can explore all of the caves at your leisure, climb to the top of some of the ancient rock houses, take some cool photos and see the spaces where people used to live (and still live today!). There are loads of mysterious carvings and inscriptions above the doors, but interesting to look at regardless.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)

You can visit Little Petra without a ticket, and you can drive right up and park for free. It’s a smaller, less-visited site about 9 kilometres north of Petra and lots of local taximen offer to take you by the front gates to the main entrance. We didn’t make it to Little Petra because we were super tired on our last day and I was getting sick. It doesn’t quite have the grandeur or scale of the Treasury but it’s worth a visit if you want a quick pit stop and don’t fancy a hike.

Map of Petra

Honestly, the map given to us of Petra wasn’t great, so I asked Mikey if he would mind mocking up a quick map. Here you go. Refer to this, or save it to Pinterest!

There’s also the Silk Tomb and the Urn Tomb, but we didn’t make it to these sites, there was loads to see, but if you have a third day, then you might consider this!

Where to stay in Petra; the best hotels in Wadi Musa

Have a look at hotels in Wadi Musa (where Petra is) here. We stayed in 2 different hotels in Petra; high end and a more budget friendly option.

Movenpick Petra

Movenpick Petra is literally opposite the Visitor’s Centre. It is the closest hotel to the visitor’s centre. Seeing as Petra is quite large and you’ll be hiking for hours all day long, it make sense to stay close to the entrance. I’ve heard some hotels are 20-30 minutes walk away, which may add onto the 8 hour hikes you’ll be doing already.

Rendezvous Hotel Petra

We also stayed at Rendezvous Petra for £36 per night including breakfast. This was a more budget friendly option. We stayed here because Movenpick was sold out on the third night we were there. It was adequate, clean, welcoming, and only 2 minutes walk along from Movenpick.

Any hotel in the region that suits your budget will do.

Best cafes with a view in Petra

There are plenty of places to stop and get a drink inside Petra Jordan. My favourite ones with the best views are:

1. Opposite the Monastery – the most dreamy views can be found here. We stopped for lunch with a spot of tea and coffee.
2. At the very top of the High Sacrifice Viewpoint, a local Bedouin, Ali, provides fresh teas and coffees for anyone hiking for 1JOD. Trust me, it’s worth it. Ali and his cousin made extra efforts to take some epic videos of us. We tried to tip him and he refused to accept more money for nothing (all of this service for 2 JOD?) ; he gave us some special sandstone rocks/gems that have been discovered inside Petra Jordan that turn bright pink when it gets wet as a souvenir for us.
3. Cafe outside the Treasury. Possibly the most cliché cafe, you’ll still probably want to stop here. It’s got a fantastic view, although there might be loads of tourists here.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

Is it worth visiting Petra by Night?

I have mixed feelings about Petra by Night. Yes, it’s beautiful, but we were given the wrong information (I think, I’m still not sure). It’s definitely a magical experience, walking through the grounds of Petra lit only by candlelight.

The facts
The experience is held every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening, and costs 17 JOD per person. It runs from 8.30-10.30pm (so they say), but definitely arrive at 8pm.

The actual experience
We were told ‘it’s not a light show, don’t expect anything other than candles’. Ok, fine, no problem. We were also told it was open until 10.30pm, so we arrived at 8.30pm and walked our way leisurely down through The Siq until we arrived at the Treasury (this takes around 30 minutes).

We stopped at the Treasury for 5 minutes and suddenly, just after 9, they told everyone to start leaving, and they were extinguishing all the lights. I barely got a single picture (as a photographer this hurt me, haha). So if you arrive late, you won’t have much time to enjoy the experience. Yes, it’s wonderful. Enchanting. Magical. But annoying to spend an extra 34 JOD and experience just 5 minutes of it. Mike was…….. not impressed, to say the least.

How to get to Petra: Amman to Petra Jordan

We hired a car with Discover cars and drove. It meant that we were able to visit lots of other places in Jordan.

Driving from Jordan Amman to Petra takes 2 hours and 50 minutes, but we stopped by the Dead Sea for a few days and there are many other sites to visit!

Tour to Petra from Amman

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

The full day tours to Petra are fairly long days, so maybe consider taking a longer 2 or 3 day tour! Either way, you’ll be sure to have fun! There are plenty of other places to to visit on your Jordan trip! Consider looking at my articles on 1 & 2 week itinerary in Jordan or the following spots you shouldn’t miss:

Amman, Jordan’s capital city

Swimming in the Dead Sea

Wadi Rum

What to wear in Petra

Don’t forget that Jordan is a conservative country. Whilst very liberal, it’s important to dress respectfully.

Men
Shorts are generally not considered appropriate attire in Jordan, as they are seen as disrespectful. Instead, wear lightweight linen or cotton trousers with comfortable trainers or hiking boots.

Women
Women should also dress modestly, covering your shoulders, cleavage, and knees.

Remember that Petra is full of hiking routes, so consider trainers or hiking boots. Loads of the surfaces are uneven to climb. Dont forget sun cream, a hat, and sunglasses, even in winter, as the sun can be super strong.

When to visit Petra?

I’ve split this into two sections: what time of year to visit Petra, what time of day to visit Petra.

What time of year to visit Petra

Petra Peak Season

The peak season for Petra is from March to May and September to November, but expect crowds and higher prices and excellent weather.

Petra Off Season – The Summer

During the summer months, from June to August, temperatures can soar up to 38°C (100°F), you might get less tourists but you may also die from heat exhaustion climbing up some of the mountains. However, if you’re willing to brave the heat, you may find even more affordable prices and fewer crowds.

Petra Off Season – The Winter

Alternatively you can do what we did which is go in the winter! It was a warm 20 degrees in the sun, but the ‘cold’ season runs from December to February. I travelled off-season in January and found the weather to be quite pleasant, with cool temperatures and fewer crowds. Off season pricing makes everything a bargain too.

Ultimately, the best time to visit Petra depends on your availability, budget and preferences.

What time of day to visit Petra

Apparently all the tours arrive between 8am and 10am, meaning that The Siq and The Treasury becomes insanely busy at this time, and as we know, the Treasury is the most iconic sight. Mike and I decided to walk down at random times (11.30am, 1pm in the afternoon) in the hopes of having very few people in this area and we were in luck. We also headed back last thing before closing, in the hopes that most tourists would have cleared off by this time. It worked. We got a few clear shots.

How many days do you need to spend in Petra?

Try for at least 2 days. We stayed for 3. Have a look at the below hikes I recommend.

I didn’t realise that Petra is a huge site, and whilst there are many easy, flat walks (the Treasury, for instance), there are many hikes which can be physically demanding. I should note that I am not a gym bunny or super fit, but I can walk a fair amount. I am not sure Petra is very accessible friendly, to be honest, but here’s the hikes I recommend below.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

Best Hikes to do in Petra: 1, 2 and 3 day itinerary

One day itinerary in Petra

Visit The Siq (30 minutes), The Treasury (spend 1 hour here), head down to The Street of Facades (spend 45 minutes here), The Roman Theatre (15 minutes) and one of the viewpoints (High Sacrifice or one of the Treasury viewpoints, maybe 2 hours).

Two day itinerary in Petra

Head to the Monastery, which is a must. It’ll take 3 hours walking there and back, although, there’s plenty of sites to see along the way; the colonnaded street, the temple, the royal tombs which breaks up the hike. I didn’t really notice the time passing and the walk is fairly flat, until the very end where you’ll have to climb some stairs.

Day three in Petra

Check out the Museum (included in your ticket) followed by one of the hikes (High Sacrifice or one of the Treasury viewpoints, maybe 2 hours). If you can, head to Little Petra by car or taxi.

2-3 days in the city to fully appreciate its beauty and historical significance. This will give you ample time to explore the many sites, try out the cafes and soak up the unique atmosphere of this incredible ancient city.

Is Petra Safe to visit?

I personally found Petra very safe and welcoming, all the Bedouins (Arabic nomads) often welcomed me and said they didn’t want any money from me, they were happy that tourists would come share their ancient lost city of Petra. I thought this was really touching, knowing that they were genuine, and didn’t want anything from us.

Petra is generally a safe place to visit, with a low crime rate and a stable political situation. The Jordanian government places a high value on tourism, and you can tell by the numerous security and police officers stationed at many places throughout Petra. I also met local Jordanians who said the local people didn’t care about what nationality or religion you are, or as he called it, ‘religious racism’. Everyone is welcome no matter your ethnicity or religion.

However, as with any travel destination, you need to take certain precautions to ensure your own safety.

My top tips are

Avoid isolated areas with no one around

Stick to well travelled paths

Be aware of pickpockets

The hot and dry climate can cause dehydration and heat exhaustion, so it’s important to stay hydrated and wear appropriate clothing to protect from the sun. Overall, with a little bit of common sense and preparation, Petra is a safe destination for everyone.

Solo female travellers in Petra

I would 100% go on my own to Petra as a solo female traveller.

First, I want to make it clear I did not travel to Petra as a solo female traveller, so this will naturally skew my opinion on travelling to locations, but this is a question I get constantly on my Instagram. However, now that I’ve been to Petra, I would 100% go on my own.

I met female travellers along our hiking routes and invited them to join us so they weren’t alone, as I have heard stories of women wandering off on their own and I didn’t like the idea of being isolated in a foreign country. Keep to the paths and you’ll be absolutely fine. I also had tonnes of messages from people on my Instagram saying they had been to Petra as a solo female traveller and they would recommend it to everyone, they also felt perfectly safe.

However!

There are a few things I want to make you aware of, and please do your research carefully as I have heard of one dodgy rumour about women straying off paths.

As with any travel destination, it’s important to take precautions to ensure your own personal safety. Jordan is a relatively conservative country, and it’s important to be aware of local customs and dress modestly. You should also avoid walking alone at night and stick to well-travelled paths and routes when exploring Petra.

Take/download a map so you know where you’re going.

There are online resources and forums where female travellers share their experiences and offer advice for staying safe; it’s worth looking some of these up. I met a girl who told me about forums of the ‘Arabic Princes’ (see below paragraph) who follow you on Instagram after you meet and convince you to send them money online. The risk is fairly low with this one.

Consider a tour guide if going on your own, as this is what I would have done, and you can meet other travellers and learn about the history of the site.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

Scams to be aware of in Petra

I personally found Petra very safe and welcoming, all the Bedouins (Arabic nomads) often welcomed me and said they didn’t want any money from me, they were happy that tourists would come share their ancient lost city of Petra. I thought this was really touching, knowing that they simply wanted to share their city with people.

But there are a few common scams that can occur.

Personal tour guides

One of the most common scams in Petra involves local guides who offer to take visitors on a tour of the site, but then charge hefty fees or take visitors to shops or restaurants where they receive a commission. We were offered to be taken to the ‘Instagram viewpoint’ about 6000 times for £25 per person, but I’m told a lot of people can do it for £10 for a group of 3 people. I didn’t do the ‘Instagram viewpoint’ of the Treasury, but I’ve been told by some of my followers that it is:

1) an easy climb

2) it is a death defying climb where you nearly die

Unfortunately I have no opinion on this as I didn’t do the climb, but I think it depends on how much you hiked or climbed trees as a child.

I did do the free climb on the left of The Treasury, you’ll see some stairs going off on the distance, but you’ll need to climb over some rocky fencing first (not hard).

To avoid paying crazy fees for tours, it’s recommended that you do your research beforehand and hire a reputable guide or company to explore the site with.

Arabic Princes

One such scam involves individuals who dress as “Arabic princes” with beautiful black eyeliner (Kohl) and approach women, often offering to take photos with them or offering to share their culture. These individuals may then request money or convince them to send money online.

Fake Souvenirs and Merchandise

Another scam to be aware of is fake souvenirs or merchandise. Some vendors may try to sell visitors fake or low-quality goods, so it’s important to inspect items carefully and haggle with vendors to ensure that you’re getting a fair price.

Pickpockets

Additionally, visitors should be cautious of pickpockets and theft in crowded areas, I didn’t experience this but keep a close eye on their valuables at all times.

It’s a good idea to carry cash with you at all times.

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

Petra Jordan Weather: best time to travel

The best time to travel is definitely in the cooler months, Spring and Autumn are fairly warm whilst the winter season can be a little chillier at night. We went in winter, in January, and found that many of the days were 20°C during the day, which is still pleasant. At night, it can be a little colder, but when you’re tucked away inside, this wasn’t exactly a problem.

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in January:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 8-13°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 15-20°C
• Average Rainy Days: 8-10 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 10-11 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:30 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 5:00 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in February:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 9-15°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 16-21°C
• Average Rainy Days: 7-9 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 11 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:15 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 5:30 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in March:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 11-17°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 19-24°C
• Average Rainy Days: 6-8 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 12 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:00 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 5:45 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in April:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 14-21°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 22-28°C
• Average Rainy Days: 3-6 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 13 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 5:45 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 6:00 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in May:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 18-25°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 26-32°C
• Average Rainy Days: 1-3 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 14 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 5:30 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 6:15 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in June:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 21-29°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 29-36°C
• Average Rainy Days: Minimal to none
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 14 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 5:15 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 6:30 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in July:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 23-32°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 31-38°C
• Average Rainy Days: Rare
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 14 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 5:30 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 6:45 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in August:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 23-33°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 32-39°C
• Average Rainy Days: Uncommon
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 13 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 5:45 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 6:30 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in September:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 21-31°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 29-36°C
• Average Rainy Days: Rare
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 12 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:00 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 6:00 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in October:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 16-26°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 26-33°C
• Average Rainy Days: 1-2 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 11 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:15 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 5:30 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in November:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 11-19°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 20-27°C
• Average Rainy Days: 3-4 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 10 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:30 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 5:15 PM

Inside Petra Jordan Weather Jordan in December:

• Average Temperature (Celsius):
  • Northern and Central Jordan: 8-14°C
  • Southern Jordan (e.g., Petra and Aqaba): 16-22°C
• Average Rainy Days: 6-8 days
• Average Daylight Hours: Approximately 10 hours
• Sunrise Time: Around 6:45 AM
• Sunset Time: Around 5:00 PM

There are plenty of tours that run to Petra from Amman (or from other destinations like Aqaba to Petra); I always compare tour prices on both Viator and Get Your Guide.

Travel resources for your trip that are actually really handy!

Here’s everything I use when I travel abroad, I strongly advise you to have travel insurance, and the other recommendations are also super handy!

• Travel insurance – don’t ever go on vacation without travel insurance, you never know when you might need it!
• Tours – Compare tour prices on Viator and Get Your Guide
• Hotels – I always use Booking as the more hotels I book, I get a higher Genius discount. I also compare prices on Expedia.
• Airport transfers – I book through Viator or Kiwi Taxi.
• E-Sims – purchase an e-sim with Airalo on your phone so you can make calls and have mobile data abroad! There’s no need to remove your current sim card!
• Car rental – if you’re booking a car, I compare prices on Discover Cars.
• Travel essentials – have a look at a full list of travel essentials that I use, including the best power bank!

That’s it! I hope you found this useful and enjoy your visit to Petra safely. I loved my time here, and I hope you do too. If you found this useful, drop me a message and let me know how you got on, I love to hear from you!

You might find some of my other recent posts on Jordan useful:

• Inside Petra Jordan
• Amman, Jordan’s capital city
• Swimming in the Dead Sea
• Wadi Rum
• 7 day Jordan itinerary

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