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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Amman.
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Must-see attractions in Amman
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 22 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Modern Amman is an eclectic mix of the present and the past. It is one of the most modern and liberal cities in the Middle East, but you wouldn't know looking at the historic architecture. New skyscrapers are being built in Abdali in stark contrast to the low-rise sandstone apartment buildings that sprout from the hills.
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Halal restaurants in Amman
Amman’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 10 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
ammanIndochine Restaurant at Grand Hyatt Amman
Cuisine: Vietnamese Price range: $15-$50 Address: Hussein Bin Ali St., Amman 11183, Jordan Tel: + 962 6 465 1234 Experience a touch of historical romance at Indochine. The restaurant captures the 1930s colonial Vietnam with its atmosphere. The open theatre kitchen makes the wait for food entertaining.
ammanLa Cuccina
Cuisine: Italian Price range: $25-$100 Address: Abdoun
ammanFakhr El-Din
Cuisine: Lebanese Price range: $20-$30 Address: Jabal Amman, 2nd Circle Tel: +962 6 4652399 / 4641789
ammanKan Zaman
Address: Yadoudeh, Airport Road Tel: +962 6 4128393 An impressive old castle from the 19th century on a hilltop converted to a beautiful restaurant. The restaurant offers local and International dishes.
ammanRomero restaurant
Cuisine: Italian Price range: $11-$20 Tel: +962 6 4644227 Address: Jabal Amman, near 3rd Circle and Intercontinental Hotel Website: http://www.romero-jordan.com
ammanT.G.I Friday’s
Price range: $15-$25 Address: City Mall, Amman
Amman masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Al Husseini Mosque
The King Hussein Mosque, also known as the Al Husseini Mosque, is located in the heart of downtown Amman. The site was originally home to Philadelphia's old cathedral. A mosque was built there in the seventh century, and rebuilt in 1924 in the Ottoman style. It is one of Amman's more impressive mosques, and an important gathering spot in Wasit Al Balad. Even if you don't go in, it's a good photo op, and a great place to get a feel for Amman.
Al Abyad Mosque
Muhammad Hamad Abdallat, Amman, Jordan
Al Hijra Mosque
Abu taleb street, Amman, Jordan07 8565 1178
Al Muhajirin Wal Ansar Mosque
Al Aqra Ibn Habis, Amman, Jordan
Where to stay in Amman
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
ammanAmman Marriott Hotel
Being close to the business district makes it ideal for business travelers, and being close to shopping areas and tourist attractions makes Amman Marriott Hotel ideal for leisure travelers also.
ammanFour Seasons Amman
The Four Seasons is the ultimate luxury hotel with a convenient location. The hotel offers fitness facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, babysitting services, and business services such as computers, secretarial services, and wired or wireless internet access in meeting rooms. From: USD 355
ammanGrand Hyatt Amman
A 5 star luxury hotel located in the business district Jabal Amman, ideal for business travelers. Enjoy a wonderful variety of cuisines in the hotel’s fine dining restaurants.
ammanKempinski Amman
A uniquely designed 5 star luxury hotel that serves as a convenient base for doing business as well as visiting tourist and leisure attractions.
ammanLe Meridien Amman
Le Meridien Amman is an ideal gateway to all that Jordan has to offer, since it is strategically located in the centre of the business district. It is just a short walk away from the Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre. Many of the city’s top malls and shopping areas are also within easy reach.
History and today in Amman
Read the city today, its history, residents, culture, and character before planning your route.
Fast Facts
-Location:: Middle East Borders Syria, Saudi Arabia, the Red Sea, Palestine, Israel, and Iraq. Geographic co-ordinates: 29 - 34 00 N, 35 - 39 E; -Area:: total: 89,213 sq. km (34, 445 sq. miles) land: 88,884 sq.
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Public Holidays
2009: 1 Jan New Year's Day. 9 Mar Mawlid al-Nabi (Birth of the Prophet). 10 Apr Good Friday. 13 Apr Easter Monday. 1 May Labour Day. 25 May Independence Day. 10 Jun Army Day. 20 Jul Prophet's Ascension. 22 Aug Ramadan begins. 20 Sep Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan). 27 Nov Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice). 18 Dec Islamic New Year. 25 Dec Christmas.; 2010: 1 Jan New Year's Day. 26 Feb Mawlid al-Nabi (Birth of the Prophet). 2 Apr Good Friday. 5 Apr Easter Monday. 1 May Labour Day. 25 May Independence Day. 10 Jun Army Day. 9 Jul Prophet's Ascension. 11 Aug Ramadan begins. 10 Sep Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan). 16 Nov Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice). 7 Dec Islamic New Year. 25 Dec Christmas. Note: Christmas and Easter holidays are only observed by Christian business establishments
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When to go
Winters in Amman can be quite unpleasant, with chilly temperatures and frequent rain (and even snow). When it rains, the roads are hazardous. Poor drainage turns sidewalks and roads into rivers. High temperatures generally range from 15C to 20C, but it feels colder.
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Amman Residents
Amman is very diverse as it is home to many Palestinian, Iraqi, Circassian, Armenian and many other ethnic groups. In less than a century, the population increased from 20,000 to more than 2 million people. Part of this increase is due to the massive amount of Palestinian and Iraqi refugees.
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Visa Information
The cost of one entry visa for all nationalities is JD 10 (around $14) for all nationalities and for multiple entries it is JD 20 (around $28). Groups of five persons or more arriving through a designated Jordanian tour operator are exempted from all visa charges. Departure taxes for non Jordanians are 5JD, around $7, from any border. Certain nationalities require an entry visa to be obtained prior to travel. The below list shows which nationalities require visa clearance. The below list is meant solely as a useful tool and that data within it is subject to change without prior notice. It is recommended that you check with the Jordanian diplomatic mission in your country prior to travel to ensure that you have all the necessary paperwork for travel. Arrivals at Aqaba, either through the port, the airport or at the crossing from Israel or Saudi Arabia, are granted a free visa to Jordan. There is no obligation associated with this visa, provided that they leave the country within 1 month of arrival, and that they do not need to 'renew' their visa. Those holding an ASEZ visa, and wishing to stay longer than 1 month must extend it at the ASEZA office in Aqaba and not with their local police station as holders of a normal visa would do. Visitors arriving to Jordan at any entry point other than Aqaba, are entitled to a free visa (i.e. arrival tax is exempt). However, they must report this to the authorities and must register with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) visa office in Aqaba within 48 hours of their arrival in Jordan. Those failing to register are liable to payment of the visa when they leave the Kingdom. All visitors, without a specific exemption, must pay the exit tax whether holding an ASEZ visa or not, and whenever leaving the country.
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Amman History
Amman has been settled for millenia. From the Chalcolithic Period (c. 4000 – 3000 BCE), Amman became the capital of the Ammonites as Rabbath-Ammon, which later fell to the Assyrians. During the Greek and Roman period, the city was renamed Philadelphia (the City of Brotherly Love) and became an important trading center.
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Amman Today
Modern Amman is an eclectic mix of the present and the past. It is one of the most modern and liberal cities in the Middle East, but you wouldn't know looking at the historic architecture. New skyscrapers are being built in Abdali in stark contrast to the low-rise sandstone apartment buildings that sprout from the hills.
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Amman in a Day
Start your day downtown at the Citadel. Walk amongst the ruins, specifically the Temple of Heracles and the Umayyad Palace. Check out the small but informative National Archaeology Museum to get some context. The views from the Citadel are spectacular. On a clear day, you can see the surrounding hills for miles, each covered in Amman's signature white-cube apartment blocks.
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Shopping in Amman
Explore 17 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
ammanFruit and Vegetable Souk
Locate behind King Hussein Mosque in Downtown, vendors here deal in just about every fruit and vegetable imaginable. Stop here for a snack while walking around Wasit Al Balad.
ammanRainbow Street
Rainbow Street was transformed in 2007 to make it a heritage attraction point. It's a great place to get a feel for the culture of modern Amman. The street is named for the old Rainbow Cinema (which is no longer open). It was repaved in cobblestone to slow traffic, making it safer for pedestrians and enhancing the atmosphere.
ammanWakalat Street
Located in West Amman's trendy Sweifieh district, Wakalat Street is Jordan's first pedestrian only area. The street was closed off to cars in 2007. It was repaved and trees were planted. It's lined with retail outlets, cafes, and restaurants. Sweifieh is also a nightlife hub, and several bars and clubs are within a few blocks.
ammanCity Mall
A shopping destination for the whole family that offers a wide selection of international brands, restaurants, coffee shops, 10 screen Cineplex and a family entertainment zone. It is also host to Jordan’s largest hypermarket, Carrefour.
ammanMecca Mall
Enjoy dining, shopping, and entertainment at Mecca Mall. The mall includes 490 shops, mostly women’s fashion. It also includes a large supermarket, furniture stores, 22 restaurants, 8-screen Century Cinemas,a kids play area, a skating rink, bowling alley, kart racing arena and other entertainment facilities that make it an ideal destination for the whole family. Some of the international brand name stores open in the mall include: * Adidas * Burger King * Cinabon * Damas * Esprit * KFC * Mango * McDonald’s * Max * Pizza Hut * Starbucks * Sports Town (Nike Dealer) * Splash * Timberland * United Colours of Benetton
Signature sights in Amman
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Amman
Plan around 6 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
ammanAmman International Theatre Festival
This festival includes performances from Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Swiss, Italy, Palestine, Jordan, Sweden, and Turkey in both English and Arabic. http://www.alfawanees.com/
ammanDead Sea Ultra Marathon
The marathon is a fund raising event held annually, from Amman to the Dead Sea. www.deadseamarathon.com
ammanAmman Summer Festival
Offers free entertainment activities and programs for the local community as well as tourists, with the participation of musicians and dancers from local bands, in addition to bands from Arab and European countries. http://www.ammancity.gov.jo/arabic/living/summer.asp
ammanGlobal Village
Live a great experience of cultures at this annual carnival that takes place between July and August in Amman. The carnival includes country pavilions, fun fair, main theatre, and food court. http://globalvillagejo.com/
ammanJordan Festival
A cultural festival that includes expressions of creativity and talent such as singing, music, theatre performance, visual art, poetry, folklore performances and handicrafts.
Amman tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
ammanAmman City Tour
This tour is great way for tourists visiting Amman to explore the City. Also, it is the only service of its kind operating in Jordan.
ammanTours Information
Numerous international and local tour companies offer a variety of tours and services for visitors. The tours visit several Jordan cities and locations mainly outside Amman such as Aqaba, Petra, Jerash, Madaba, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea.
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