
Ancient Rome… but make it Jordan 🇯🇴 If you’re planning a trip to Jordan and skip Jerash — you’re missing out on one of the best-preserved Roman cities outside Italy. The only place in the world where you can find Greek, Roman and Byzantine art together! Here’s your ultimate cheat sheet to visiting the Jerash Ruins: 📍Location: Just 45 mins–1 hour north of Amman (easy drive or catch a local bus!) 🕰️ Best Time to Go: Start early! The sun gets HOT ☀️ 👟 Dress Code: Comfy walking shoes are a must. The site is huge, and your feet will thank you later. 📚 How Long to Spend: At least 2–3 hours — it’s packed with history and stunning corners for photos. 💰 Entrance Fees: ✔️Free with the Jordan Pass (totally worth it if you’re doing Petra/Wadi Rum too!) 💸 10 JD ($15 USD) without it 💡Highlights include: Oval Plaza, Temple of Artemis, Temple of Zeus. Colonnade Street and Arch of Adrian. 📸 Would you visit this ancient gem? Tag your travel buddy & save this post for your Jordan itinerary! 🧳💬👇 #visitjordan #middleeasttravel #gojordan #traveljordan #travelguide #traveltojordan #hiddengems #colonadestreet #ammandaytrips #jerash Things to do in Jordan |Jordan travel | Amman day trips |Jerash Jordan |Ancient Roman ruins
Attraction

The Archaeological Site of Jerash
Historical place
4.6

Petra
Historical place
4.8
Iconic 2000-year-old city, including 45m-high Al Khazneh, carved into the red mountain rock.

Oval Plaza
Historical landmark
4.7
Part of an ancient Roman city, this oval-shaped forum is surrounded by an Ionic colonnade.

Temple of Artemis
Historical place
4.7

Temple of Zeus
Historical landmark
4.7

The South Decumanus
Historical landmark
4.6

Arch of Hadrian
Historical landmark
4.7
11-m. remains of a triple-bayed Roman arch built in 129 CE to honor the emperor Hadrian.
Activity/Tour

Private Tour to Jerash Roman Ruins
Activity
5.0
Sports/Recreation

Wadi Rum Protected Area
Park
4.7
Dramatic red-rock desert setting from "Lawrence of Arabia" with climbing & camping in Bedouin tents.