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.
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
Roman TheaterHistoric Landmark
Jabal Al Qalaa viewpointsHistoric Landmark
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Top things to do in Medina
Amman Citadel
★ 4.5 · 23.0kArchaeological Site★Famous archaeological site with remnants of past civilizations, plus several notable buildings.
- Mon–Tue
- 10 AM – 6:35 PM
- Wed–Fri
- 10 AM – 8:35 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM – 8:35 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM – 6:35 PM
Jabal Al Qalaa viewpoints
★ 4.7 · 174Historic 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
Hand of Hercules
StatueThe most gigantic, swoony, intimidating trio of fingers in all of antiquity
Roman Theater of Amman
MuseumThis exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.
Where to eat & drink in Medina
Kava Espresso & Brew Bar
★ 4.5 · 464Café & Bakery· JOD 1–5- Mon–Thu
- 7 AM – 12 AM
- Fri
- 8 AM – 12 AM
- Sat
- 8 AM – 12 AM
- Sun
- 7 AM – 12 AM
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- 1Amman Citadel
- 2Roman Theater
- 3Jabal Al Qalaa viewpoints
- 4Hand of Hercules
- 5Zalatimo Brothers for Sweets - Al-Madina Al-Monawara Stالأخوين زلاطيمو - شار المدينة المنورة
- 6Roman Theater of Amman
- 7Al Dar Al Ahlia Bookstore
- 8Souq Bab Al-Madinah
- 9سوق البلد
- 10سوق الذهب
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