Amman

Hills, ruins and a modern Arab capital

Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05

Things to do

Amman Citadel · Archaeological site

Hilltop ruins of a Roman temple and Umayyad palace over the white city. Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov

Roman Theatre · Ancient theatre

A steep 2nd-century Roman theatre carved into the downtown hillside. Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov

Rainbow Street & Downtown Souk · Historic district

Café-lined street and bustling old-town markets in the heart of Amman. Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov

Jerash (day trip) · Ancient site

One of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities, of colonnades and arches. Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov

Philadelphia Theater Ruins · Ruins

Well-preserved Roman theater still hosting performances in ancient downtown area. Best: Mar–May & Sep–Dec

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