Petra
Petra
Petra

Petra Tours and Tickets

5,933 reviews
Free admission

The stone city of Petra was carved into Jordan’s red rock cliffs more than 2,000 years ago. Once a Roman trading stop and stronghold of the Nabataean Arab kingdom, Petra is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most iconic archaeological destinations.

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CJM_D, Nov 2023
Best choice to experience Jordan
Excellent trip. Jafar was our guide and did so with safety, knowledge and humour. Amazing experiences in both Petra and Wadi Rum, but we also got to see some extras. Highly recommended.
Paul_F, Nov 2023
Great experience
Mahmoud was a safe and punctual driver. Car was in great condition and clean. Mahmoud plays some informational videos of Petra on the drive down to Petra. Mahmoud also helps with any advice and tips on how to visit a Petra.
Amrish_G, Nov 2023
Awesome tour
Our tour guide Bassil was amazing and very polite person. He contacted me via WhatsApp few days before tour start showed up at the meeting point on time. He was very patient with our small kids. He has a great knowledge about all the petra points.
marina_d, Nov 2023
Petra and Wadi Rum Adventure
Great driver, showed us the historical details about Petra, on his lap top on the way there, so that was great info, he was polite and courteous, we had ample time to see Petra, and then to Wadi Rum, rode the jeep and explore the desert, with its incredible landscape! Great experience, Thank you!
People Also Ask
Q:How many days do you need for Petra?
A:You need at least two days for Petra, but three or more days is even better. The site is huge, and with only a day, you may feel rushed—and you may not have time to visit the Treasury—even if you’re a fast walker.
Q:How much does it cost to go to Petra?
A:It depends. Tickets for one, two, or three days are available, and the per-day rate decreases depending on how many days you visit. Overseas visitors pay more than Jordanian nationals, and visitors on day tours from Israel pay more than those staying at least one night in Jordan.
Q:Do you need a tour in Petra?
A:No, you do not need a tour of Petra, but it’s encouraged. If you come independently and explore without a guide by your side, you’re almost guaranteed to be bothered nonstop by local guides who want to show you around, and women traveling alone should expect plenty of unasked-for attention.
Q:What is the best time of year to visit Petra Jordan?
A:The best time of year to visit Petra is in the late fall or early spring when the weather is usually pleasantly warm in the daytime. The May–September season gets too hot for some people’s comfort, while winters can be a tad chilly (but rarely unbearably cold).
Q:How long is the walk to see Petra?
A:The walk from the parking area to the Monastery of Petra takes about 20 minutes to half an hour via what’s known as the Siq, and many people enter by donkey. Once you’re at the site, expect to spend a lot of time walking from point to point.
Q:What is the best day of the week to visit Petra?
A:The best day of the week to visit Petra is either Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday. After the sun sets on these three days, the pathway leading to the site known as the Siq—and the famous monastery at the site entrance—are beautifully illuminated by candlelight.