Angelina Ly
The Ultimate Jordan Bucket List: 50 Things to See, Do, and Eat
When it comes to Jordan, there are so many things to see and do! This beautiful country is home to some of the most amazing sights in the world, as well as some delicious food and drinks. If you're looking to create an ultimate Jordan bucket list, you've come to the right place. In this blog post, I will share 50 must-see sights, activities, and foods that you simply cannot miss when visiting Jordan!
I've divided the bucket list items into three sections – places to see, things to do, and food & drink experiences – so you can easily find what interests you. Print it out, save it for later, or pin it so you can access it quickly. As you check each item off your list, enjoy your Jordan adventure!
1. Visit the ancient city of Petra
2. Go on a desert jeep ride in Wadi Rum Desert
3. Hike up to the Jordan Trail
4. Take a dip in the Dead Sea
5. Climb Mount Nebo for stunning views
6. Visit the Roman ruins at Jerash
7. Admire the mosaic floors at Madaba
8. Float in the therapeutic waters of Hammanat Al-Rasas
9. Explore the caves at Dana Biosphere Reserve
10. Taste authentic Mansaf, the national food of Jordan
11. Sip on some strong Jordan coffee in Amman
12. Hike to the top of Jabal Umm ad Dami for incredible views
13. Try your hand at sandboarding in Wadi Rum
14. Try Jordan's famous Arak liquor
15. Dig up some history on Jordan at the Umm Qais archaeological site
16. Take a look around Karak Castle
17. Stop by Lawrence's Spring in Wadi Rum
18. Explore Jordan's capital city, Amman
19. See the Treasury at Petra
20. Hike through canyons and gorges in Wadi Mujib
21. Discover Jordan's diverse wildlife at Azraq Wetland Reserve
22. Visit the King Abdullah Mosque
23. Take a camel ride through Wadi Rum
24. Learn about Jordan's rich history at the Jordan Museum
25. Visit the Ajloun Castle and learn about the epic crusades
26. Taste Jordan's traditional Zaarb
27. Get up close and personal with Jordan's wildlife at the Jordan Zoo in Amman
28. Cool off with a swim in one of Jordan's natural swimming pools
30. Visit Jordan's highest waterfall at Mujib Reserve
31. Taste some Maqluba - a Jordan classic dish!
32. Learn about Bedouin history at the Citadel
35. Hike up to the Monastery in Petra
36. Take a 4x4 tour led by a local Bedouin
37. Experience the Call to Prayer
38. Visit the market and get some toasted nuts
39. Practice your haggling skills at one of the many Souks in Amman
41. Go snorkeling in the Red Sea
42. Drink some freshly squeezed pomegranate juice
43. Stargaze in Jordan's clear night skies
44. Visit the Baptismal Site of Jesus Christ
45. Experience a traditional Hammam
46. Eat some knafeh - a Jordan dessert made with cheese and pastry
47. Check out the Rock-cut Nabataean tomb of Triclinium
48. See the Jordan Valley from the sky by taking a hot air balloon ride
49. Stroll through the narrow walkway of Al-Siq
50. Visit the Arch of Hadrian in Amman Jordan
I hope you enjoyed this Jordan bucket list! If you have any other suggestions of must-see sights, activities, or foods to add to the list, please share them in the comments below. Jordan is an incredible country with so much to offer, and I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time exploring everything it has to offer!
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