Jerash
Monument · Amman

Jerash

Photo: Petar Milošević · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Jerash was a Roman provincial city in what is now northern Jordan. The site features standing temples, two theaters and a long main street lined with columns. Walk the oval plaza and climb to the upper ruins for views over the valley.

On day 2 of Amman, Petra and Wadi Rum in 7 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Admission fee required; current prices listed at the gate
Time needed
2 to 3 hours
Best time
March to May and September to November
Getting there
45 minutes north of Amman by bus or taxi

Itineraries with Jerash

Day 2 of Amman, Petra and Wadi Rum in 7 Days

Jerash

How Jerash fits into a day.
  1. 8:30JerashAmman
  2. 15:30Darat al-FununAmman
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Jerash questions

How old is Jerash?

The city originated in the Hellenistic period and reached its peak under Roman rule from the first century onward.

How do you get to Jerash from Amman?

Shared buses leave from the north bus station. Private taxis and tours are also common.

Is Jerash crowded?

Weekdays are quieter. Weekends and holidays see more local and international visitors.

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