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Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Walk amid a citadel of Roman ruins, watch chariot races and shop in a bustling souk in this ancient Jordanian city.

After exploring the incredible Jerash Archaeological Site, get the full story behind these ancient Roman ruins at this fascinating museum.

Visit the spot that would have been at the very heart of civic life in the ancient Roman city of Gerasa.

Visit the spot that would have been at the very heart of civic life in the ancient Roman city of Gerasa.

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Visit this charming town set on the King’s Highway to see its famous Byzantine-era mosaics, which include an invaluable map of the Holy Land. 

Visit the spot that would have been at the very heart of civic life in the ancient Roman city of Gerasa.

After exploring the incredible Jerash Archaeological Site, get the full story behind these ancient Roman ruins at this fascinating museum.

Admire the views and take in the architecture when you use this modern crossing to travel between the two parts of the Jordanian capital.

After exploring the incredible Jerash Archaeological Site, get the full story behind these ancient Roman ruins at this fascinating museum.

Walk amid a citadel of Roman ruins, watch chariot races and shop in a bustling souk in this ancient Jordanian city.

Walk amid a citadel of Roman ruins, watch chariot races and shop in a bustling souk in this ancient Jordanian city.

Loved for its golden sand, shallow waters and waterfront restaurant, this family-friendly beach on the Lahat Promenade is a great place to bring children. 

With lush green lawns, barbecue pits, children’s activities and a sculpture exhibition, this urban park is the ideal respite away from the city center. 

After exploring the incredible Jerash Archaeological Site, get the full story behind these ancient Roman ruins at this fascinating museum.

Visit this charming town set on the King’s Highway to see its famous Byzantine-era mosaics, which include an invaluable map of the Holy Land. 

This Brutalist landmark stands at the edge of Tel Aviv’s main square, a public place home to memorials and the location for demonstrations and events. 

Visit the spot that would have been at the very heart of civic life in the ancient Roman city of Gerasa.

Loved for its golden sand, shallow waters and waterfront restaurant, this family-friendly beach on the Lahat Promenade is a great place to bring children. 

One of the star attractions of the ancient Roman Jerash Archaeological Site, this remarkably complete theater is nearly 2,000 years old.

Loved for its golden sand, shallow waters and waterfront restaurant, this family-friendly beach on the Lahat Promenade is a great place to bring children. 

Admire the views and take in the architecture when you use this modern crossing to travel between the two parts of the Jordanian capital.

One of the best places to hang out in Amman, this shopping center has both affordable and luxury brands, a bustling food court and even a playground.