Tour Types: Private Day Tour
Runs: Every Day except Ramadan
Accommodation: None
Minimum Age: 10
Tour Description
You will embark on a six hours Arabic culinary tour in the heart of Amman. Food, non-alcoholic drinks and a professional tour of Downtown and Jabal Amman are all included in the price. Once our local and passionate guide concludes our food tour, you will leave with a stomach full of delicious Jordanian food and additional local knowledge.
- Private historical and culinary tour in Amman.
- A passionate and experienced local English speaking guide.
- 6 stops for authentic tasting locations (food or drinks).
- Insight about Jordanian food and culture.
- Experience local daily life.
Day 1
Amman Street Food and Walking Tour
5 Stops
1
Amman Citadel
We begin our tour at 08:30 or 12:00 noon. A complimentary pick up from your hotel in Amman is included. Our 6 hours tour involves some walking, so be sure to bring comfortable footwear. Your guide will stay with you throughout the tour. Start with a visit to the Citadel, the hilltop site witnessing several civilizations like the Assyrians, Romans and Umayyads. Major landmarks are the remains of the Temple of Hercules, a Byzantine church, the Umayyad Palace, and the small Archaeological Museum.
1 hour
2
Roman Theater
The Roman Theatre is next on our list. You reach it after a 20 minutes downhill walk. The theatre was built in the 2nd century and offers 6,000 seats. If you are interested in costumes and jewelry time to make a brief visit to the Folklore Museum located on the ground.
1 hour
3
Souq
From the Roman Theatre we enter the hustle and bustle, the sounds, and smells of the Souqs. Walk along tiny shops, street vendors offering food, traditional clothes, household goods, fabrics, and gold. On our way to the spice shops enjoy a freshly squeezed cane juice, some nuts, and dates. In the spice and herb shops we will point out the most important ones used in the Middle East like the red Sumak and Za’tar. After touring and walking reach hungry the Hashem Restaurant. This legendary place offers crispy Falafel, which will go with Hummus, Ful, Fatet Hummus and tea with fresh mince. Short walk to Habibah Sweets, the place in town to try Kanafeh, a popular cheese layered dessert with nuts. Like a local eat around the patio area. Then to a neighboring traditional café, where you sip a cardamom flavored coffee on the balcony watching the goings-on in the Souq. From here the driver will take you by car to Jabal Amman nearby. Experience a change of atmosphere.
3 hours
4
Rainbow Street
In and around Rainbow Street a relaxed ambience with small shops, cafes and cobblestone streets awaits you. In some of the old villas you find nowadays businesses. If you want to have closer look at the buildings, you are free to peek inside the Soap House or the Jordan River Foundation. Depending on season and your liking try a popular local cold or hot refreshment while walking the Rainbow Street.
1 hour
5
Second Circle
Short transfer to Reem at the second circle to enjoy a delicious shawarma sandwich. Reem is the oldest shawarma vendor in Jordan, and the family secret of the marinade recipe is making the difference. We take you back to your hotel with a full belly of local flavours.
1.5 hours
Inclusions
- Escorting English speaking tour guide.
- Private transfers in new, a/c vehicle.
- Entrance fees Amman Citadel and Roman Theatre.
Exclusions
- Tips and private expenses.
Practical Info
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and from spring to autumn you need sun protection.
• To respect the local culture cover knees and shoulders and avoid tight fitting clothes.
• Inform us about any diet or food allergies in advance.
• The tour is not possible during Ramadan, expected to last in 2025 from 01 March to 30 March.
• The tour is not recommended for expectant mothers.
How to Book this Tour
After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 05 days before tour start.
Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 05 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
Reviews by our customers
Delicious Food
Brigitte 12/10/2021
English 
Chinese
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish