With 1.28 million inhabitants, Amman is the most populous city in Jordan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Amman has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Sufra Restaurant (Jabal Amman, Al Rainbow street St 26 building No. 23) and Bourj Al Hamam - InterContinental Jordan (Islamic College Street , Jordan) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Amman in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Amman, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
When flying to Amman, you’ll arrive at Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM), which is located 19 miles from the city centre.
Bus operates bus routes to Amman. The most popular bus station is Amman Jett Bus Stop, located 1.9 miles from the city centre of Amman. Amman Abdali Jett Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.8 miles from the city centre.
From 5-star hotels such as the W Amman Hotel to great affordable options like the Tilal Almadina Hotel & Suites, Amman offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $240 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include 46 Serviced Apartments and Nishan Hotel.
Alamo, Sixt and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Amman is the Right Cars branch at Amman Queen Alia Airport, which is 18 miles from the city centre.
Expect to pay $2.77 per litre in Amman (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.14 and $44.19. The most frequently booked car type in Amman is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.