Capital city in Amman Governorate, Jordan
Amman
Hilly, hospitable capital with Roman ruins, cafés and an easy base for Petra, the Dead Sea and Jerash. Affordable, but spread out, with limited transit and regional risks in 2026.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,690–2,820Comfortable, one person · JD1,200–2,000Details
- Value for money35/100Better value than 34% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMar–May, Oct–NovWarmest: Jul, 34°CDetails
- Air quality29 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2021) · Very pollutedDetails
- Internet194 MbpsFixed broadband, Jordan medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledWater is scarce, rationed and stored in rooftop tanks; drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$28–71Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundCareemYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards work in hotels, malls and bigger restaurants.Details
Where to stay in Amman
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Jabal Amman / Rainbow Street | First stay: cafés, guesthouses, walkable, near Downtown |
| Jabal Al-Weibdeh | Artsy, quiet, galleries, cafés; good for longer stays |
| Abdoun / Sweifieh | Upscale areas with restaurants, malls and apartments |
| Downtown (Al-Balad) | Cheap hostels, falafel, markets; lively but crowded |
Apps that work in Amman
Ride-hailing
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Talabat | Largest restaurant choice, English app |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Jordan Pass: Visa fee waiver and Petra entry
- Taxis: Yellow taxis should use the meter; many drivers don't. Use apps or insist before you get in.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Jordan.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards work in hotels, malls and bigger restaurants. Cash is still needed for taxis, falafel shops, markets and many cafés.
- Currency: Dinar (JOD). US$1 ≈ JD0.71 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs in all towns; most charge a fee for foreign cards. Fewer in Wadi Rum and rural areas.
- Tipping: Expected in tourism: about 10% in restaurants (check for a service charge), tips for guides and drivers; round up taxis.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at contactless terminals in Amman; local CliQ needs a Jordanian account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Most visitors buy a visa on arrival at airports; staying three nights or more, the Jordan Pass covers the visa fee plus Petra entry.
- No visa on arrival at the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge from the West Bank: arrange it in advance.
- Staying over 14 days? Register with police (biometrics) or pay a fine on departure.
Emergency numbers
All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type C, D, F, G, J, B · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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