Most booked tours and tickets in Petra
Aqaba Shore Excursion: Private Petra Sightseeing Tour with Lunch
4.853 reviews8h
from €218
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Top sights in Petra
- 1The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
- 2The Siq
- 3Monastery (Ad Deir)
- 4Royal Tombs
- 5Petra by Night
- 6High Place of Sacrifice
- Witness one of the world's most dramatic archaeological reveals—the Treasury appearing through the narrow Siq canyon. This 1.2-kilometer walk through towering cliffs builds anticipation like no other approach to a monument, culminating in that iconic view immortalized in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
- Explore an entire city carved from living rock, not just individual monuments. The Nabataeans created a complete urban environment including the 3,000-seat Roman Theater, the Great Temple complex, colonnaded streets, and sophisticated water management systems that still function today.
- Experience Petra's transformation through light—from the soft morning glow on the Treasury to the dramatic sunset views from the Monastery and the magical Petra by Night experience where the Siq is illuminated by 1,500 candles leading to the Treasury.
Tickets and passes in Petra
FROM PETRA | Full Day In Wadi Rum | Lunch Box & Admission fees included
4.45 reviews8h
from €200
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Food and drink experiences in Petra
Day trips and outdoor activities from Petra
Hidden gems in Petra
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
The Garden Tomb Complex
A rarely visited group of tombs and triclinium rooms near the Basin Restaurant, featuring unique architectural details and peaceful surroundings away from main paths.
Al-Habis Museum
A small museum housed in a cave within the ancient city itself, displaying artifacts found in Petra with explanations in English and Arabic.
The Snake Monument
An unusual carved stone snake on the path to the High Place of Sacrifice, representing an important Nabataean religious symbol often missed by visitors.
Wadi al-Mudhlim
An alternative canyon entrance to Petra used in ancient times, now a hiking trail that offers completely different perspectives of the rock formations.
The Columbarium
A mysterious structure with hundreds of small carved niches, possibly used for ritual purposes or as a dovecote, located near the Theater.
Day trips from Petra
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
15 minutes by taxi from Wadi Musa
A compact version of Petra with similar rock-cut architecture but far fewer visitors. This was likely a suburban area or trading post for the main city, featuring beautifully preserved facades, triclinium rooms, and ancient water systems.
Wadi Rum Protected Area
1.5 hours by car from Petra
Jordan's spectacular desert landscape of red sand and dramatic rock formations, famous for Lawrence of Arabia connections and Mars-like scenery. Many visitors combine Petra with an overnight Wadi Rum desert camp experience.
Shobak Castle (Montreal)
45 minutes by car from Petra
A Crusader castle built by Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1115, standing dramatically on a rocky knoll with commanding views. Less visited than Kerak Castle but equally impressive, with underground passages and original chapel.
Plan your Petra trip
Things to do in Petra: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Petra?+
Top sights include The Treasury (Al-Khazneh), The Siq, Monastery (Ad Deir) and Royal Tombs. Away from the crowds, try The Garden Tomb Complex and Al-Habis Museum.
What are the most popular tours in Petra?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Lasting memories in Petra & Jordan (5.0 stars, 311 reviews); Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup . (5.0 stars, 194 reviews); Aqaba Shore Excursion: Private Petra Sightseeing Tour with Lunch (4.8 stars, 53 reviews).
How much do tours in Petra cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €25 and €634 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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