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The Best Day Trips to Take from Amman, Jordan

Bursting Into Bloom
Bursting Into Bloom | © young shanahan

When you visit the city of Amman, you will want to explore the city properly in order to see all its historical and cultural sights. But in order to get the very best out of your visit to Jordan, do take a day trip from Amman to Jordan’s finest attractions. Here is our pick of the best.

Umm Qais

Byzantine Church at Umm Qais (Gadara)

In the very north of Jordan lies the beautiful historical Umm Qais. Only a few kilometres past the city of Irbid, you will encounter the green meadows of Umm Qais stretching as far as the eye can see, interrupted only by its Byzantine timeless ruins. For such a trip, you only need a packed picnic and an early morning rise.

Ajlun

Inside Ajlun Castle

In just an hour north by car, you will find yourself at the towering mountains of Ajlun, with much to see. Start off by visiting the tall-standing Ajlun castle which dominates the hilltop, not forgetting to check out the museum included in the sight. Walk down to the Ajlun Woodland Reserve and enjoy the breathtaking wildlife Ajlun is famous for.

Jerash

Jordan-16A-102 – Colonnaded Street

Waking up to a sunny morning in Amman means that a trip to the Colonnaded Street of Jerash is a must. Jerash spreads out on a hill with colourful nature all around. When walking the Colonnaded Street, you will feel the sheer thrill of how many great rulers have passed over it on their horses. Jerash is a uniquely established Byzantine city, and you will feel it coming to life as soon as you set foot in it.

Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo is the famous religious elevated ridge located in Madaba, and it is said in the Hebrew Bible that it is the place where Moses first saw the Holy Land. The precise spot where Moses stood is marked by his giant staff protruding out of the ground. From there you can take look around you at the breathtaking view of Palestine, Lake Tiberias, the Dead Sea and the Jordan River. Make sure to visit the church of St. George and admire the exquisite art of mosaic drawing that Madaba is famous for.

Dead Sea

Dead Sea, Israel

An early rise in the morning, with your packed suitcase ready, and you are off to one of Jordan‘s lowest and most beloved attractions, the Dead Sea. It is best to attempt this trip in the spring or the latest months of summer, for the heat will be almost unbearable in the mid-summer days. It is not advised, neither for locals nor tourists, to visit the public beach, for it is sadly not very clean or comfortable. However, head out to your favourite hotel and pay an entrance fee, and you can then swim at the hotel’s pool, and take advantage of food vouchers to use at all times of day.

Petra

Petra Treasury Entrance 2 © igoogledisrael.com

In Petra, a lot can be done and seen in one day, but to thoroughly explore this city, an overnight stay is highly recommended. Nevertheless, planning a day trip to Petra is an experience to look forward to. A very early rise is required for this one in order to catch up the jaw-dropping view of the city’s shifting colours from sunrise until sundown. Be prepared and take lots of drinking water, towels, a scarf, sunscreen and comfy shoes with you for all the walking and climbing that awaits you.

About the author

Born in Germany, raised in Jordan and grew up with a head full of dreams. Ginin Dunia, or simply Ginin, is an admirer of wonders and passion towards everything. Her ambition in writing began at a very young age when she started documenting her life in a form of a novel, with the characters living only in her head, and the memories in her heart. She finds it extraordinary how much words can explore a persona of the writer, no matter what he decides to write. Ginin also is pursuing photography as a career. Where in a small country like Jordan, dreams are hard to achieve, and harder to be supported. Yet, her little home-based studio is eventually coming to the light despite everything. When not on the laptop or in her studio, Ginin will be probably searching for the most inspiring movies to watch, or pampering her two street-rescued black cats, Siyah and Roux.

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