Jordan is home to the lost city of Petra and a range of historic and ancient sites, while the capital city of Amman offers a bustling city market, a range of museums, art galleries and local attractions, and a modern shopping district. Jordan’s attractions are endless.
1. Jordan Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Religion Islam
Currency Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Visa Visa on arrival for most nationalities
Power Plugs 230 V 50 Hz(A/B/F/G Type)
Capital Amman
ATM ATM are also readily available, allowing you to withdraw local currency using your credit or debit card.
Use card
Paying in local currency rather than dollars means lower fees. You can pay with credit cards from most card companies, including Visa and MasterCard.
Useful APP
Google Maps
Uber
Careem
Bus Amman
2. Packing for your trip
Air plain Ticket
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Pacsafe Pro safe 800 Luggage Lock
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Universal Power Adapter
One of the most essential but most forgotten items in your travel gear? A power adapter!
Travel insurance
Prepare for risky situations Travel insurance can be a big help in the event of an emergency
GoPro HERO11
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3. Transportation
Traffic conditions in Jordan are poor, with a very weak public transport system and most people owning their own cars.
Taxis are the most common form of local public transport for Jordanians.
City buses are very inconvenient for foreigners, as little information is available about bus routes and schedules until you board.
Routes are only briefly written on the outside of the vehicle in Arabic, making it difficult for foreigners to navigate. The fare is 0.5 Jordanian dinars.
However, there is a mobile app called Bus Amman that allows you to check your bus card balance, find bus stops, find bus routes, and locate buses.
When travelling from the airport to the city, you should only use airport taxis or buses.
The airport taxi rank is located right in front of the arrivals hall. Regular taxis, Uber, and Careem are not available.
Shuttle buses from the airport into Amman city centre depart every 30 minutes from 6:30am to 6:00pm and every 60 minutes from 6:00pm to 6:00am. The fare is 4 Jordanian dinars and the buses are yellow with Sariyah written on the livery and terminate at the North Bus Station in downtown Amman.
JETT buses, Jordan’s highway tourist buses, have a well-developed infrastructure
Major tourist destinations such as Jerash, the Dead Sea, Aqaba, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Rum, and Petra can be reached for between 10 and 30 Jordanian dinars.
4. Safety
Despite the turbulent situation in the Middle East, Jordan has a good security record, with a low rate of terrorism compared to neighbouring Arab countries.
In general, walking alone on city streets or taking a taxi rarely results in an incident. However, it is not advisable for women to take taxis alone late at night, or to walk alone in seedy areas or low-income neighbourhoods.
There are also cases of pickpocketing, theft, and mugging, such as when a motorbike or car approaches you while you are waiting for public transport or a taxi and snatches your bag.
Useful phone numbers for tourists
General emergency numbers: 911/112
5. Climate
The weather in Amman is mild all year round.
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the best times to travel as the weather is warm and pleasant.
In summer (June to August), the weather can be very hot, so it’s a good idea to be prepared for the sun and heat.
6. price
Overall, the cost of living is low.
Petrol (1 litre) 0.94 JOD
McDonald’s Combo Meal:5.00 JOD
Water (1.5 litres): 0.39 JOD
Milk (1 litre) 1.10 JOD
7. Travel precautions
Credit cards are widely accepted in hotels and popular restaurants, but it is advisable not to leave them behind and to pay the bill yourself, as some restaurants sometimes counterfeit tourists’ credit cards.
The main language is Arabic, but about 50 per cent of the population speaks English. It is therefore widely spoken throughout the city.
8. Etiquette & Service Tip
You must eat with your right hand, and it is considered polite to wait until the food has cooled down rather than blowing on it when it is hot.
Jordanians do not invite people into their homes unless they are very close to them.
They will usually offer you a drink (“tea” and “Arabic coffee”; in summer, water is also available), and you can decline, but it is polite to order one of the many choices available.
As an Islamic country, it has a conservative culture. Do not wear tight or revealing clothing or take photographs without permission.
Tip
It is customary to tip around 5-10% if the service charge is not automatically added to the bill.
9. Holidays
The public holidays in Egypt in 2024
1 Jan Mon New Year’s Day
31 Mar Sun Easter Sunday *
1 Apr Mon Easter Monday *
10 Apr to 12 Apr Wed to Fri Eid al-Fitr Holiday
1 May Wed Labour Day
25 May Sat Independence Day
15 Jun to 19 Jun Sat to Wed Eid al-Adha Holiday
7 Jul Sun Islamic New Year
15 Sep Sun Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
25 Dec Wed Christmas Day
2025 National Public Holidays:
Wednesday, 1 January : New Year’s Day
Sunday to Wednesday, 30 March to 2 April : Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Sunday, 20 April : Easter Sunday
Monday, 21 April : Easter Monday
Thursday, 1 May : Labour Day
Sunday, 25 May : Independence Day
Thursday to Monday, 5 to 9 June : Eid al-Adha Holiday
Tuesday, 26 June : Islamic New Year
Tuesday, 4 September : Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
Tuesday, 25 December: Christmas Day