Amman Old and New Private City Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. The Citadel

   Jabal al-Qala is one of the seven mountains of Amman, which the Ammonians have long taken as the seat of their rule in the city, followed by Greece, romans and Byzantines who occupied the city respectively until it was occupied by the Islamic conquest in the 7th century AD, where the Umayyad Palace was built on its top. Mount Qalaa in Amman emerged as the capital of the Ammonians.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

2. Roman Theatre

   The Roman Amphitheatre is a Roman theater located in the eastern part of the Jordanian capital Amman, precisely at the foot of Mount Jufa on one of the hills opposite Amman Castle. Greek writing on one of the pillars indicates that this amphitheater was built in honor of Emperor Antonius Pius, who visited Amman in 130 AD.

   30 minutes here · Admission not included

3. Al Balad – Downtown Amman

   Visit the old city center & AL-Husseini Mosque

   Pass by without stopping

4. Royal Tank Museum

   The Royal Tank Museum (Arabic: متحف الدبابات الملكي) is a military museum located in Amman, Jordan, was inaugurated on January 29, 2018. Located next to the King Abdullah II Park in Al Muqabalain. The Royal Tank Museum spans an area of approximately 20,000 square meters and houses around 110 tanks and armored vehicles from Jordan, Arab nations, and foreign countries, displayed in chronological order. The collection includes a number of American, British, Soviet, and German-made vehicles, with a dedicated hall showcasing local military industries. The museum features both original and restored rare items, illustrating the historical evolution of military vehicles since 1915. The museum's design was created by Jordanian architect Zaid Dawood.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

5. The Jordan Museum

   The Jordan Museum is located in the dynamic new downtown area of Ras al-‘Ayn. Presenting the history and cultural heritage of Jordan in a series of beautifully designed galleries, The Jordan Museum serves as a comprehensive national centre for learning and knowledge that reflects Jordan’s history and culture, and presents in an engaging yet educational way the Kingdom’s historic, antique and heritage property as part of the ongoing story of Jordan’s past, present, and future.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

6. King Abdullah Mosque

   The blue-domed King Abdullah I Mosque, built in the 1980s by the late King Hussein as a memorial to his grandfather, is open to Non-Muslim visitors. The nave with an area of 1,615 m2 has the capacity to house 3,000 worshippers. It is octogonal and distiguished for not having pillars inside. Its dome of 35 m in diameter has a height of 31 meters. A source of radiation was placed in the middle taking the form of a golden star culminating in the Ninety Nine Most Beautiful Names of Allah surrounding the dome's neck. The suspended chandelier of 168 lanterns consists of three circles with the Holy Quranic Verse with the word Allah recurring on every lantern. The fertile land is expressed in the form of a red carpet made of an ornamental textile of recurring patterns meant to direct worshippers toward the Kiblah. All the walls, including the Kiblah, the pulpit, and the Mihrab are panelled with wooden and marble oriels.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

7. Royal Automobile Museum

   If you love history and have an interest in cars this is the place for you! Home to a collection of cars and motorbikes owned by King Abdullah I, King Talal and King Hussein of Jordan. The museum depicts history from 1916 to the modern days displaying a wide range of rare classic cars and motorbikes that have a history with the royal family. The Museum is equipped with electronic narration in Arabic, English, Spanish, French, and German. Kids Narration in Arabic is available as well.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

8. Rainbow Street

   Rainbow Street, originally named Abu Bakr al Siddiq street, is a public space in the historic area of Jabal Amman, near the center of downtown Amman, Jordan.

   15 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Half Day Amman City Tour

  Duration: 3 hours Route: King Abdullah Mosque - The Citadel - Roman Theatre - Al Balad Full size Limo car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers Pickup included

• Full Day Amman City Tour

  Duration: 7 hours Route: King Abdullah Mosque-The Citadel-Roman Theatre-Al Balad-The Jordan Museum-Royal Automobile Museum-The Tank Museum-Rainbow Str Full size Limo Car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers Pickup included

• Amman Tour By Car - Non Stop

  Duration: 1 hour Route: King Abdullah Mosque - Roman Theatre - Al Balad Full size Limo car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

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

Languages

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Ticket

Mobile Only

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Every day

Group size

Up to 30 travelers per booking

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Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We will do our best to provide a driver who speaks your preferred language, depending on availability
• Please note that it is the client responsibility to review the tour description before confirming the reservation. We cannot be held responsible for bookings made under the incorrect option.

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