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Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo
Photo: Mohammad hajeer, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Mount Nebo is the traditional site where Moses saw the Promised Land. A small church with preserved mosaics stands at the top. The main draw remains the wide outlook across the valley.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 3 of Amman, Petra and Wadi Rum in 7 Days

Visiting Mount Nebo: what to know

Tickets
Small entry fee, not covered by the Jordan Pass. Check the current price at the gate.
Time needed
One hour
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Taxi from central Amman or Madaba

Amman itineraries with Mount Nebo

Day 3 of Amman, Petra and Wadi Rum in 7 Days

Madaba and Mount Nebo, then Petra

How Mount Nebo fits into a day.
  1. 9:00St. George's Church, MadabaAmman
  2. 11:00Mount NeboAmman
  3. 13:00Drive to PetraAmman
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Mount Nebo FAQs

How far is Mount Nebo from Amman?

The site sits about 30 kilometers southwest of central Amman.

What can you see from Mount Nebo?

On clear days the view includes the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and surrounding hills.

Is Mount Nebo open every day?

The viewpoint remains accessible daily, though hours may vary.

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