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Things to Do in Medina, Amman

Medina in Amman features the Amman Citadel archaeological site and the Roman Theater, with public markets and specialty museums nearby. Jabal Al Qalaa viewpoints offer the best views of Amman's stacked hills and limestone housing.

  • Amman CitadelArchaeological Site
  • Jabal Al Qalaa viewpointsHistoric Landmark
  • Roman TheaterHistoric Landmark

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Medina in Amman

Top things to do in Medina

  • Amman Citadel

    Amman Citadel

    ★ 4.5 · 22.8k
    Archaeological Site★

    Famous archaeological site with remnants of past civilizations, plus several notable buildings.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 5:30 PM
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  • Jabal Al Qalaa viewpoints

    Jabal Al Qalaa viewpoints

    ★ 4.5 · 22.7k
    Historic Landmark★

    The Citadel hill and surrounding lanes give the best view of Amman stacked hills, calls to prayer, and dense limestone housing.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 5:30 PM
    Map ↗
  • Roman Theater

    Roman Theater

    ★ 4.5 · 343
    Historic Landmark★

    Restored Roman amphitheater cut into the side of the hill, home to cultural events & 2 museums.

    Every day
    8 AM – 9 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Hand of Hercules

    Hand of Hercules

    Statue

    The most gigantic, swoony, intimidating trio of fingers in all of antiquity

    Map ↗
  • Zalatimo Brothers for Sweets - Al-Madina Al-Monawara Stالأخوين زلاطيمو - شار المدينة المنورة‎

    Zalatimo Brothers for Sweets - Al-Madina Al-Monawara Stالأخوين زلاطيمو - شار المدينة المنورة‎

    ★ 4.7 · 6.1k
    Chocolate Shop
    Every day
    9 AM – 12 AM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Roman Theater of Amman

    Roman Theater of Amman

    Museum

    This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

    Map ↗
  • Al Dar Al Ahlia Bookstore

    Al Dar Al Ahlia Bookstore

    ★ 4.7 · 267
    Bookstore
    Mon–Thu
    9:30 AM – 8 PM
    Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    9:30 AM – 8 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Souq Bab Al-Madinah

    Souq Bab Al-Madinah

    ★ 4.4 · 3.7k
    Shopping Mall
    Every day
    10 AM – 12 AM
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  • سوق البلد

    سوق البلد

    ★ 4.4 · 1.9k
    Market
    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
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  • سوق الذهب

    سوق الذهب

    ★ 4.4 · 827
    Market
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  • Souq Al-Sukar

    Souq Al-Sukar

    ★ 4.5 · 222
    Bazaar
    Mon–Thu
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Map ↗
  • Sugar Market

    Sugar Market

    ★ 4.3 · 468
    Market
    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    12 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    8 AM – 12 AM
    Map ↗
  • Farrah Carpets & Antiques

    Farrah Carpets & Antiques

    ★ 4.4 · 114
    Antique Market
    Website ↗Map ↗

Where to eat & drink in Medina

  • Plato Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Amman

    Plato Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Amman

    ★ 4.4 · 126
    Lounge

    A rooftop bar and restaurant that is part of a hotel combining modern elegance with touches of Amman culture.

    Website ↗Map ↗

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Map of Medina with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Amman Citadel
  2. 2Jabal Al Qalaa viewpoints
  3. 3Roman Theater
  4. 4Hand of Hercules
  5. 5Zalatimo Brothers for Sweets - Al-Madina Al-Monawara Stالأخوين زلاطيمو - شار المدينة المنورة‎
  6. 6Roman Theater of Amman
  7. 7Al Dar Al Ahlia Bookstore
  8. 8Souq Bab Al-Madinah
  9. 9سوق البلد
  10. 10سوق الذهب

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