- From
- $29 per person
- Duration
- Half Day · 4 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate — short walks on mostly even ground
- Max group size
- 10
- Start time
- 16:00 (flexible – choose the time that suits you)
- Starts from
- Amman
- Destinations
- Amman
Overview
Explore the Amman Citadel and Roman Theatre, then eat your way through downtown: falafel, knafeh, fresh juice and Arabic coffee with a local foodie guide.
Highlights
- Amman Citadel and the Temple of Hercules at golden hour
- The 6,000-seat Roman Theatre
- Falafel, hummus and kunafa at downtown institutions
- Fresh sugarcane juice and Arabic coffee tastings
- Souk walk through the old vegetable market
What to expect
A walkable introduction to Jordan’s capital. You will explore the Amman Citadel and its Temple of Hercules overlooking the old downtown, then descend to the 6,000-seat Roman Theatre cut into the hillside. The downtown souks are busy, fragrant and full of life — falafel, hummus, fresh juice and Arabic coffee among them. Expect some hills and stairs, comfortable shoes and modest dress at cultural stops. The pace is relaxed and the route is flexible on a private tour.
Who this tour suits
- Travellers with half a day free in Amman
- Food lovers who want to taste Amman's street food
- Guests who prefer an easy pace: short walks on mostly even ground
Difficulty & pace
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate — short walks on mostly even ground
- Walking
- 2–4 km at the main site
- Driving
- See the itinerary for driving distances and times.
Itinerary
- 16:00 Meet at the Citadel — Explore the ruins as the call to prayer echoes over the city.
- 17:00 Roman Theatre & Hashemite Plaza — Down the hill into downtown Amman.
- 17:30 Falafel & hummus stop — The city’s most famous falafel, eaten standing like a local.
- 18:30 Souk walk & juice — Spice stalls, fresh sugarcane juice and Arabic coffee.
- 19:30 Kunafa finale — End on the sweetest note at a legendary dessert shop.
What's included
Included
- Local foodie guide
- All food & drink tastings (8+ stops)
- Small-group walking tour
Not included
- Entrance fees not included — we recommend the Jordan Pass (jordanpass.jo)
- Hotel pickup (meeting point at the Citadel gate)
- Extra food purchases
- Gratuities
- Licensed guide (available on request, extra cost)
Start time, pickup & drop-off
Start time: 16:00 (flexible – choose the time that suits you) Jordan time
- Meeting point
- Hotel pickup in Amman. Meet your driver at reception — your exact time is confirmed the day before.
- Pickup areas
- Amman hotels & residences
- Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
- Madaba
- Dead Sea resorts
- Aqaba (on request)
- Pickup time
- Confirmed with you the day before.
- Drop-off
- Return drop-off at your original pickup point (or another agreed location).
Good to know
- Special instructions
- Tell us your hotel or accommodation name and address when booking. For airport or port pickup, share your arrival details.
- Meals
- Breakfast is included on multi-day tours. Lunches and dinners are not included unless stated in "What’s included".
- Summary
- Confirmation is received at the time of booking. A current passport or photo ID is required on the day of travel. Itineraries are flexible on private tours — tell us your interests and pace and we will adjust.
- Confirmation
- You will receive a booking confirmation by email immediately after payment. Final meeting-point details and pickup time are confirmed the day before your tour.
- Mobile ticket
- Mobile ticket accepted — show your confirmation on your phone.
- Accessibility
- Most day-trip sites involve some walking on uneven ground and gentle inclines. Tell us about any mobility considerations when you book and we will adjust the pace and route.
- Physical requirements
- Light to moderate — some walking on uneven ground at sites. Suitable for most travelers in reasonable health.
- Seasonal considerations
- Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions. Summer afternoons are hot across Jordan — start early. Winter is quiet and clear but cold in the desert and highlands.
- Important notes
- Jordan is a safe, welcoming destination. Dress modestly at religious and cultural sites (shoulders and knees covered). Carry cash (JOD) for small purchases and gratuities. Every tour group entering Jordan at the Arava / Wadi Araba (Eilat–Aqaba) border must be accompanied by a licensed Jordanian guide. If you are arriving at this border, we add a guiding fee of USD 175 per tour day for your whole group (not per person). Example: a 2-day tour adds USD 350.
- What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes; Sun hat, sunglasses & sunscreen; Water bottle; Light layers for the season; Cash (JOD) for small purchases & gratuities; Passport or ID
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the tour, or no-shows, are non-refundable. Exceptions apply only where agreed in writing by email from Jordan by Locals. Refunds (where applicable) are returned to your original payment method.
If you paid a 25% deposit, it is non-refundable within 48 hours of the tour. Exceptions apply only where agreed in writing by email from Jordan by Locals.
Local tips
- Tell us about allergies or dietary needs when you book.
- Amman is built on hills; expect slopes and stairs when walking in the city.
- Entrance fees are not included. If you stay at least 2 nights (3 days) in Jordan, check whether the Jordan Pass suits your plan; it is bought online before you arrive.
- Bring a light layer; it cools down after sunset.
- Wear comfortable closed shoes for walking on uneven ground after dark.
Frequently asked questions
What does this Amman tour include?
A local foodie guide, all food and drink tastings at eight or more stops.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is at the Citadel gate. Hotel pickup is not included.
Is this a walking tour?
Yes, it is a small-group walking tour of up to 10 guests through downtown Amman — wear comfortable shoes for the hills and stairs.
What kind of food is included?
Falafel, hummus, fresh sugarcane juice, Arabic coffee and kunafa are among the tastings.
How long is the tour?
It is a half-day of about four hours, starting at 16:00.
What is the Jordan Pass, and is it required?
The Jordan Pass is an official package from the Jordanian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities that bundles a tourist-visa fee waiver with entrance tickets to around 40 of Jordan’s leading sites. It is entirely optional — you do not need it to travel with us, and you are welcome to pay each entrance fee individually at the gate instead. You buy it online before you arrive, show it at each site entrance, and it also waives the tourist visa fee when you stay at least 2 nights (3 days) in Jordan.
When is the Jordan Pass worthwhile, and what entrance fees does it cover?
The Pass covers entrance to Petra (one, two or three days depending on the tier), Jerash, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea resorts, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Ajloun, Bethany Beyond the Jordan and many more sites. For most travelers it pays for itself with a single Petra visit plus the visa waiver, so any additional site is effectively free — making it the best value if you are visiting Petra and at least one other major site, or staying two or more nights. Entrance fees are not included on any of our tours, so the Pass usually saves you money. We are happy to recommend the right tier for your itinerary — just ask.
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