About Petra / Wadi Musa
Petra is Jordan's crowning wonder — a Siq walk to the Treasury, tombs and the Monastery climb, based in nearby Wadi Musa.
Best time
March–May and September–November
Weather
Desert highland — hot days, cold nights; rare winter rain
Airport
Fly into Amman (AMM) or Aqaba (AQJ), then road transfer
Getting around
Stay in Wadi Musa; walk or shuttle to the visitor centre
Experiences
Things to do in Petra / Wadi Musa
1
The Siq approach
2
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
3
Street of Facades
4
Royal Tombs
5
The Monastery (Ad Deir)
6
High Place of Sacrifice
7
Petra Museum
8
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit The Siq approach
- Visit The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
- Visit Street of Facades
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Royal Tombs
- Visit The Monastery (Ad Deir)
- Visit High Place of Sacrifice
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Petra Museum
- Visit Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $$
The Cave Bar (Petra Guest House)
Café / drinks · Nabataean tomb bar by the entrance
- $$
Red Cave Restaurant
Jordanian · Long-running Wadi Musa favourite
- $
Al-Wadi Restaurant
Jordanian · Local grilled meats and mezze
- $$
Basin Restaurant (inside Petra)
Buffet / Jordanian · On-site lunch for site visitors
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$
Mövenpick Resort Petra
Petra entrance · Closest full-service resort to the gate
- $$$
Petra Marriott Hotel
Wadi Musa · Hilltop views over the valley
- $$$
Beit Zaman Hotel & Resort
Wadi Musa · Village-style stone boutique favourite
Shopping
- Wadi Musa craft shops
- site vendors (bargain politely)
Nightlife
- Petra by Night (selected evenings)
- hotel terraces
Museums & culture
- Petra Museum
Local foods to try
- Mansaf
- Mezze
- Kunafa
- Bedouin tea
Hidden gems
- Little Petra
- High Place of Sacrifice
- back-trail views of the Treasury
Travel tips
- Start at opening time — shade disappears and crowds build
- Wear broken-in shoes for the Monastery climb
- Carry water and cash for the site; Jordan Pass can include entry
In pictures
Petra / Wadi Musa gallery
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
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