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Petra Tours & Things to Do
Discover the best Petra tours and things to do at Jordan’s rose-red wonder of the world: walk the narrow Siq to the towering Treasury, hike to the mighty Monastery, experience the magic of Petra by Night, explore neighbouring Little Petra and venture into the red sands of Wadi Rum. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Sunset tours in Petra
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Petra
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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FROM PETRA | Round Trip To Dead Sea | Lunch & Admission fees included
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Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site
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Whatever brings you to Petra — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
What to see
Top attractions in Petra
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
The Treasury
The iconic façade.
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The Monastery
The great climb.
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Petra by Night
Candlelit magic.
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Little Petra
Quiet cousin.
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Wadi Rum
Red-sand desert.
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Dead Sea
Float on salt.
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Amman
The capital.
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Petra
Rose-red city.
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Evening
Petra by Night
- 1Walk the candlelit Siq after dark
- 21,500 candles at the Treasury
- 3Bedouin music under the stars
- 4Runs Mon, Wed & Thu evenings
Theme day
Petra trails & the Monastery
- 1800+ steps to the Monastery (Al-Deir)
- 2High Place of Sacrifice ridge trail
- 3Back trail in from Little Petra
- 4Local Bedouin trail guide
Petra awayThe Treasury
The iconic façade.
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Petra awayThe Monastery
The great climb.
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Petra awayPetra by Night
Candlelit magic.
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10 km awayLittle Petra
Quiet cousin.
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2 hrs awayWadi Rum
Red-sand desert.
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2–3 hrs awayDead Sea
Float on salt.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Petra visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Mar–May)
Mild and pleasant — ideal for walking.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Warm days and cool evenings.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Very hot — start early and carry water.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool, quiet and sometimes rainy.
For the Monastery
Spring and autumn for the long climb.
Best overall
Spring and autumn for mild weather.
One day
The Siq, Treasury and main city.
Two days
Add the Monastery and Petra by Night.
Three+ days
Add Wadi Rum or the Dead Sea.
For the icons
The Treasury and the Monastery.
For the desert
A Wadi Rum overnight trip.
For a day trip
The Dead Sea or Amman.
On foot
The site is walked from the Siq inward.
By horse or cart
Rides are offered along the Siq.
Tours
Tours run to Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and Amman.
By 4x4
Jeeps explore the Wadi Rum desert.
Where to stay
Stay in Wadi Musa, the town by the gate.
Jordanian dinar
Jordan uses the dinar; carry some cash.
Jordan Pass
The Jordan Pass covers Petra and the visa.
The Treasury
Go early to beat the crowds and heat.
The Monastery
Save energy for the 800-step climb.
Petra by Night
Book ahead — it runs only some evenings.
Water & sun
Carry water and sun cover on the trails.
Combos
Some tours pair Petra with Wadi Rum.
Petra by Night
Runs only some evenings — book ahead.
Wadi Rum camps
Desert camps fill up — reserve early.
Guided tours
Top guides book up — reserve early.
Dead Sea trips
Day trips fill up — book ahead.
Amman trips
Capital tours fill up — reserve early.
Peak season
Spring and autumn are busiest — book far ahead.
Guided tour
Around €49–80 for a guided Petra tour.
Petra by Night
About €30–50 for a Petra by Night ticket.
Wadi Rum trip
Roughly €159–250 for a Wadi Rum trip.
Dead Sea trip
Around €78–130 for a Dead Sea day trip.
Little Petra
About €40–70 for a Little Petra tour.
How to save
Join group tours to save over private ones.
When to visit
Petra through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Spring (Mar–May)
Mar–May
- Best for
- Mild walking.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Peak.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Jun–Aug
- Best for
- Early starts.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Very hot.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Sep–Nov
- Best for
- Warm days.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Peak.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Dec–Feb
- Best for
- Quiet & cool.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Rain.
People also ask
Petra travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Petra?
The highest-rated experiences are the Treasury and Siq, the Monastery, Petra by Night, and a Wadi Rum desert trip.
What should I book in advance in Petra?
Reserve Petra by Night, Wadi Rum camps and guided tours ahead, especially in spring and autumn.
How many days do I need in Petra?
One day covers the Treasury and main city, and two to three let you add the Monastery, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea.
Is Petra worth visiting?
Yes — a rose-red rock city carved by the Nabataeans and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, it is the crown jewel of Jordan.
When is the best time to visit Petra?
Spring and autumn for the mildest weather for walking.
What is the Treasury?
Petra’s most famous rock-cut façade, reached through the Siq gorge.
What is Wadi Rum?
A vast red-sand desert south of Petra, explored by 4x4 and camel.
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