Monument · Petra

Al-Khazneh

Al-Khazneh
Photo: Susanahajer, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Al-Khazneh is a 1st century BC tomb facade carved directly into the sandstone cliffs. It stands about 39 meters high with Corinthian-style columns and detailed friezes. The main chamber inside is accessible but contains little original decoration.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Petra & Wadi Rum

Visiting Al-Khazneh: what to know

Tickets
Included in Petra site admission ticket.
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Walk through the Siq from the main entrance

Petra itineraries with Al-Khazneh

Day 1 of Petra & Wadi Rum

Petra's main trail

How Al-Khazneh fits into a day.
  1. 6:30SiqPetra
  2. 7:30Al-KhaznehPetra
  3. 9:30Street of FacadesPetra
  4. 11:00Royal TombsPetra
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Al-Khazneh FAQs

What is Al-Khazneh?

It is the Treasury, a large rock-cut tomb facade in Petra.

Can visitors enter Al-Khazneh?

The main chamber is open. Further rooms remain closed to the public.

How far is Al-Khazneh from the Petra entrance?

The walk through the Siq takes 15 to 20 minutes on foot.

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