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4.5(26 reviews)

Private Amman City Sightseeing with Optional Arabic Mezze Lunch and Turkish Bath

From$126.67
4 hours
Commentary: Guide · en, fr, es

About this activity

Discover Amman's rich history and culture on a private city tour, with options for a traditional Arabic Mezze lunch and a rejuvenating Turkish Bath experience.

Highlights

  • Explore Amman's ancient Citadel
  • Visit the Roman Theater
  • Stroll through vibrant local souks
  • Savor traditional Arabic Mezze dishes
  • Relax in a traditional Turkish Bath

Full description

See the highlights of ancient and modern Amman on this private 4-hour city tour. Traveling by private, air-conditioned vehicle with an informative private driver. Discover the many different faces of Jordan’s capital, from its dusty classical ruins to vibrant markets and the upscale Abdali Boulevard and other malls of the modern city to admire the chic houses and malls of the “Abdoun” and “Swefieh” areas. See top Amman attractions including the stunning King Abdullah Mosque, visit the ruins and Archaeological Museum of the hilltop Citadel, the Roman Amphitheater with the Museum of Popular Traditions, and the Rainbow Street at Jabal Amman Quarter. You may add Jordan Museum and the Royal Automobile Museum or pamper yourself with a Turkish bath experience. Upgrade to finish the tour trying Jordan’s local authentic cousin with a delicious “Arabic Mezze”, (small dishes) lunch.

Included / Excluded

  • Local English-Speaking Guide at Amman Citadel; (Spanish-French by request-availability)
  • Private Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle according number of participants
  • English-Speaking Driver
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Turkish Bath and local “Arabic Mezze” Lunch or Dinner; if option selected
  • Entrance fees to Roman Theater & the Popular Traditional Museum; if option Jordan Pass not selected
  • Local “Arabic Mezze” Lunch; if option selected
  • On board WI-FI
  • Entrance fees to King Abdullah Mosque; if option Jordan Pass not selected
  • Turkish Bath; if option selected
  • Entrance to the Jordan Museum & the Royal Automobile Museum, if option Tour with Museums is selected
  • Entrance fees to Amman Citadel and the Archaeological Museum; if option Jordan Pass not selected
  • All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
  • All type of beverages
  • All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver and Local Guide) – Recommended
  • Personal Expenses
  • Any other service not mentioned

Itinerary

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Pass by: Begin your private tour with a morning pick up from your central Amman hotel. Meet your informative private driver who doubles as your guide, and start out on your explorations of the Jordanian capital’s highlights. As you travel, hear about the history of this fascinating city, whose past stretches back to 3500 B.C. or before. Hear about the city’s days under the Roman Empire, and how it was occupied by the Nabataeans and Byzantines.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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View one of Amman’s star attractions, the King Abdullah Mosque, famous for its blue mosaic dome, the nearby Parliament Building and Orthodox Church.

Duration: 35 minAdmission: YES
3

Next, make your way to Amman Citadel, the hilltop collection of antiquities that looms over the city with a private local guide. Explore the timeworn Roman, Byzantine and early Islamic relics, and pay a visit to the Citadel’s Temple of Hercules and the Archaeological Museum to inspect its collections of ancient artifacts discovered at sites from across Jordan.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
4

Then, continue to the Roman Amphitheater with its Hashemite Plaza, a magnificent hillside structure believed to have been built in the 2nd century. Admire the symmetry and scale of the theater as your guide explains how it was built as part of the Roman city of Philadelphia, and could accommodate up to 6,000 spectators. Continue to visit the Museum of Popular Traditions to see the exhibition of traditional dress and jewelry. Pass the “Raghadan Palace”, the burial place of the late King Hussein, and ride around the downtown area for free time at its vibrant markets, traditional mosques like the Grand Husseini Mosque, and churches.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
5

Then, stroll along Rainbow Street, Amman’s colorful arts and shopping hotspot, passing the Jordan River Foundation and residence of King Talal. Delve into the upscale neighborhoods of “Abdoun” and “Swefieh”, where luxury shopping malls and swanky private villas line the streets. Your 4-hour tour ends back at your hotel. Alternatively, ask for a drop off at one of the malls on your tour like Galleria or Taj Mall or at Abdali Boulevard, a stylish new enclave of designer shops regarded as Amman’s up-and-coming downtown area.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Option Tour with Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum: After your classic city tour include the visit of the Jordan Museum marking Jordan’s history. Then proceed to visit the vintage, Hashemite Royalty private collection cars at the Royal Automobile Museum, located in the leafy gardens of King Hussein Park, home of the Late King Hussein beautiful grand elegant Mosque. The museum showcases a rare collection of Jordan's vehicles ranging from King Hussein bin Ali's cars that came to Amman in 1916 to modern sports cars. Please note that Tuesdays both museums are closed. •If you are interested in taking a drive in one of the Royal Automobile classic vehicles, please consult us.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Option Tour with Arabic Lunch: Upgrade to a 6-hour tour and after your city tour, savor a mouth-watering lunch of “Arabic Mezze”, (small cold and hot dishes) at a local restaurant. Enjoy an assortment of small plates, such as barbecued chicken and beef, hummus, salads and bread; after your meal, relax with a hotel or shopping mall drop off - your choice!

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Option Tour with Turkish Bath and Arabic Lunch: Upgrade to a 8-hour tour and wallow in a luxurious Turkish bath experience, including an invigorating steam room session, soapy scrub, and muscle-melting massage. Following a succulent lunch of tasty “Arabic Mezze”, (small cold and hot dishes) at a local restaurant. Then, duly refreshed and revitalized, relax with your choice of either a hotel or shopping mall drop off - your choice!

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Optional Arabic Mezze lunch and Turkish Bath experiences are available at additional costs.
  • Inform the tour operator in advance if you have dietary restrictions or preferences for the lunch.
  • Confirm the availability of the Turkish Bath experience with the tour operator prior to booking.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the city's historic sites and markets.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun during outdoor activities.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
  • Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
  • Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
  • Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
  • Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
  • Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum closes on Tuesdays.
  • For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees.
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum closes on Tuesdays.
  • Dress code at the Mosques: Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers
  • Visits are not allowed during prayer times.
  • Turkish Bath activity is provided for men and women separately.

Traveler reviews

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Fantastic guide (Hassan), excellent tour of Citadel n' a great local lunch.

I had 4 days in Jordan n' with full-day tours of Petra and Jerash/Dead Sea already booked (see separate T/A reviews), wanted to see the Citadel, Roman Theatre in Amman but after hiking Petra, thought my ol'legs would give out, so booked this day tour of Citadel (Umayyad Palace), Roman Theatre a few other sights n' "local" lunch. My guide (Hassan Alqurnih) was excellent; a truly local man, most knowledgeable of local history n' culture and quite flexible with my options. After an extensive Citadel tour, did Rainbow St by car and the "Embassy" area, then Hassan look me to his own personal eating spot (.......I asked for it). Perfect tour, guide and options. Fantastic !!

deckchairtravellerMar 2, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Overall a trip worth doing when you’re in Amman and the tour provider is reliable.

Tour company was responsive when I updated them of my hotel location. The driver was on time and speaks English pretty well. The visit to Jerash and Citadel was like a step back to history.

WattsIJan 2, 2025TRIPADVISOR

An authentic Jordanian experience

My guide Mahmoud was superb. I like to learn about the society of the country I am visiting as well as see the sights and in this respect Mahmoud was brilliant, providing me with wonderful insights about the people of this great country. I do not drink so Mahmoud offered to replace the wine tasting with a Turkish Hammam experience which is really something. Don’t go for the “hard” massage unless you’re prepared to be seriously pummeled. The dinner at a local, non tourist restaurant was first class. Really great traditional Arab food. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience and Mahmoud’s company and cannot recommend this experience more highly.

Andrew WSep 28, 2024TRIPADVISOR

A memorable evening in Amman seeing the sights and enjoying Iftar with a local guide during Ramadan

I had an absolutely lovely evening with Basel of Zaid yours seeing panoramic views of Amman in the evening followed by Iftar with at Hashem in downtown Amman. I got the see the sights including the Citadel and the Blue Mosque with the burkah and the Amphi theater while seeing Amman from up high The Iftar was most especially the best part of the tour and a memory I will treasure Basel personally broke bread with me with three types of hummus and the Majool dates and Kunafi at the end as the sweet

Ana GApr 3, 2023TRIPADVISOR

Full view of Amman in a single day

We combined the panoramic tour with the day tour of Amman. They were both spectacular. Our guide was absolutely amazing. The lunch we enjoyed was outstanding.

bchpadillaMar 4, 2023TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking. Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request. Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher. Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request. Clients with mobility issues, please contact us. Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us. Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us. Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes. Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum closes on Tuesdays. For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees. Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes. Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum closes on Tuesdays. Dress code at the Mosques: Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers Visits are not allowed during prayer times. Turkish Bath activity is provided for men and women separately.
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