Amman
Jordanie · 31.95°, 35.93°
Ancient capital built on seven hills with Roman ruins, vibrant souks, world-class hospitality, and gateway to Petra, Dead Sea, and Wadi Rum desert. Modern Arab city with deep history.
Petra Day Trip
NEW 7 Wonders of World. Rose-red city carved in stone. Treasury, Monastery, Siq. 3h from Amman. Essential. Full day minimum.
Roman Theater
Massive 2nd-century theater. FREE to walk around, small fee inside. 6000 seats. Central downtown. Still used for events. Impressive.
Amman Citadel (Jabal al-Qal'a)
Hilltop ruins with Temple of Hercules, Umayyad Palace. Panoramic city views. Archaeological museum. Ancient history layers.
Dead Sea
Lowest point on Earth -430m. Float effortlessly. Mineral mud. 1h from Amman. Resorts or public beaches. Unique experience.
Wadi Rum Desert
Mars-like desert. Lawrence of Arabia filming. Bedouin camps, jeep tours, overnight stays. 4h from Amman. Stunning. Overnight recommended.
Rainbow Street
FREE trendy street. Cafés, restaurants, galleries, old houses. Local hangout. Best for evening stroll. Young vibe. Jabal Amman area.
King Abdullah I Mosque
Beautiful blue-domed mosque. Open to non-Muslims. Modest dress required. Peaceful. FREE with respect. Modern Islamic architecture.
Souk Jara (Summer)
FREE summer Friday market. Local crafts, food, music. July-August only. Young creative vibe. Very popular. Evening market.
Le musée de Jordanie
Les statues d’Aïn Ghazal, les plus anciennes figures humaines de grande taille connues — neuf mille ans — et une partie des manuscrits de la mer Morte.
Le Darat al Funun
Trois maisons des années 1920 sur la colline de Jabal al-Weibdeh, transformées en centre d’art arabe contemporain, avec une basilique byzantine dans le jardin.
Jerash
À cinquante kilomètres, l’une des cités romaines les mieux conservées du monde : la place ovale, la voie à colonnades et le temple d’Artémis.
La mer Morte
À quarante minutes, le point le plus bas de la terre à quatre cent trente mètres sous le niveau de la mer, dix fois plus salée que l’océan.
- Four Seasons Amman
Luxury on hilltop. City views, spa, pools. Fine dining. Ultimate Amman luxury. Prime location.
- InterContinental Amman
Iconic five-star on Zahran Street with stunning city views, multiple pools, and a spa. Long-established luxury hotel popular with business and leisure guests. The terrace restaurant overlooking Amman at night is exceptional.
- Kempinski Hotel Amman
Contemporary luxury tower on the prestigious 3rd Circle with panoramic city views. Rooftop pool and bar, award-winning restaurants, and impeccable service. One of Amman's finest addresses for discerning travellers.
- Sheraton Amman Al Nabil Hotel
Long-established Sheraton property in a prime Amman location near the 4th Circle. Comfortable rooms, outdoor pool, multiple dining options, and well-equipped fitness center. Solid value for business and leisure.
- La Villa Boutique Hotel
Charming boutique in quiet area. Traditional house feel. Breakfast. Personal service. Comfortable.
- Landmark Amman Hotel
Mid-range downtown hotel. Comfortable rooms. Rooftop restaurant. Good location. Business hotel. Reliable.
- Cliff Hostel
Backpacker favorite. Rainbow Street area. Social vibe. Tours organized. Clean. Young crowd.
- Jordan Tower Hotel
Budget hostel downtown. Clean, social. Rooftop views. Near Roman Theater. Good value. Backpacker friendly.
- The St. Regis Amman
Dans le quartier de Jabal Amman, avec bar sur le toit.
- Fairmont Amman
Sur le boulevard de la Cinquième rue, avec piscine panoramique.
- InterContinental Jordan
L’hôtel historique d’Amman, ouvert en 1963, où descendaient les correspondants de guerre.
- The Boutique Hotel Amman
Une maison des années 1950 dans le quartier des ambassades.
- Amman Rotana
La tour d’Abdali, avec la meilleure vue sur la ville.
- Hotel La Locanda
Une maison de Jabal al-Weibdeh où chaque chambre porte le nom d’un musicien arabe.
- Toledo Amman Hotel
Adresse confortable près de la rue Rainbow.
- Fakhr El-Din
Upscale Lebanese. Beautiful garden setting. Mezze, grills. Special occasion. Elegant. Book ahead.
- Cantaloupe Gastropub
Hip rooftop gastropub in Rainbow Street area with sweeping views over Amman. Creative cocktails, wood-fired dishes, and a lively local crowd. One of the best evening venues in the city. Reserve for a table with city views.
- Beit Sitti
Charming family-run restaurant in a restored 1940s villa offering authentic Jordanian home cooking. Cooking classes available. Try the musakhan and maqluba in an intimate setting that feels like dining at a local grandmother's house.
- Haret Jdoudna
Landmark restaurant set in a 19th-century Ottoman house in the historic Madaba area. Traditional Jordanian banquet-style dining with live folk music and authentic mezze. Excellent for groups. Celebrated for its mansaf and mixed grill spreads.
- Sufra
Traditional Jordanian in old house. Mansaf, mezze. Rainbow Street area. Authentic. Lovely atmosphere.
- Reem Al Bawadi
Popular Arab restaurant. Grills, mezze. Good value. Multiple locations. Family friendly. Big portions.
- Wild Jordan Café
Café with stunning citadel views. Healthy food, coffee. Social enterprise. Beautiful terrace. Nature products.
- Hashem Restaurant
Legendary since 1952. King Abdullah eats here. Hummus, falafel. Outdoor seating. Cheap. Open 24/7.
- Fakhreldin
Une maison de 1950 avec jardin, la table libanaise la plus réputée d’Amman.
- Habibah Sweets
La kunafa nabulsi la plus célèbre du pays, servie à la louche dans une ruelle du centre.
- Shams El Balad
Petit-déjeuner jordanien de produits fermiers, sur une terrasse de Jabal Amman.
- Levant Restaurant
Cuisine du Levant dans une maison de pierre, à Jabal Amman.
- Rakwet Arab
Un café-restaurant de Weibdeh, plats du jour et arghile.
- Jafra Café
Un café d’étage du vieux centre, décor des années 1970 et musique arabe.
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77 out of 100 on the Nomad Score. 8 working hours shared with Western Europe.
The eight criteria in detailMars à mai et septembre à novembre : la ville est à 1 000 mètres, les hivers y sont froids.
169 addresses in this city, 20 of them cafés.
Also surveyed: 8 shops and 8 means of transport.