Petra Travel Guide 🇯🇴
Everything you need to know before visiting Petra — history, budget, food & itinerary
🌤 Live Weather — Petra
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📌 Quick Facts
Country Jordan
Nearby Town Wadi Musa
Currency Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Language Arabic
Time Zone EET (GMT+2)
Plug Type C / D / F
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa on Arrival eVisa Available 30 Days Stay- Indian citizens can get Jordan visa on arrival
- Passport validity: 6+ months
- Jordan Pass recommended (visa + Petra entry)
Jordan Pass covers Petra entry fee and visa cost.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Mar–May Best weather
Sep–Nov Pleasant temperatures
Jun–Aug Very hot
Dec–Feb Cold mornings
💰 Average Trip Budget (Per Day)
- 🎒 Budget: JOD 35–45 | ₹4,100–5,300 | $50–65
- 🏨 Mid-range: JOD 70–100 | ₹8,200–11,700 | $100–145
- 👑 Luxury: JOD 150+ | ₹17,500+ | $210+
Petra entry ticket is expensive — Jordan Pass saves money.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) The Siq Monastery (Ad-Deir) Royal Tombs Petra by Night High Place of Sacrifice🚗 Transport & Getting Around
- Petra is explored on foot
- Golf carts & donkeys inside site
- Buses & taxis from Amman
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Zain, Orange, Umniah
- Tourist SIMs at airport
- Network weak inside Petra site
💵 Money & Payments
- Cash preferred in Wadi Musa
- Cards accepted in hotels
- ATMs available near entrance
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Mansaf
- Falafel & hummus
- Shawarma
- Arabic sweets
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Petra by Night (weekly)
- Ramadan & Eid celebrations
- Local Bedouin cultural shows
🛡 Safety & Tips
- Very safe for tourists
- Stay hydrated inside Petra
- Beware of unofficial guides
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Dress modestly
- Ask before photographing locals
- Respect Bedouin culture
🎒 What to Pack
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Hat & sunscreen
- Reusable water bottle
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Desert climate
- Hot days, cool nights
- Very little rainfall
🧳 Suggested 2-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 – Siq, Treasury, Royal Tombs
- Day 2 – Monastery hike & viewpoints
❓ Petra Travel FAQs
Is Petra expensive for Indians?
Petra is moderately expensive due to entry fees, but Jordan Pass reduces total cost.
How many days are enough for Petra?
2 full days are ideal to explore Petra comfortably.
Is Petra safe for tourists?
Yes, Petra is extremely safe and well-policed.
Do Indians need a visa for Petra?
Yes, Indians need a Jordan visa, available on arrival or via eVisa.