Top Local Tips for Petra

If you are reasonably fit Obtain a guide to take you to Petra via one of the "secret routes" through the hills. A truly memorable experience.

Eating Out There are a few good local restaurants in town, who are extremely happy to see visitors! From talking to them, all the visitors eat in the hotels normally...so we received excellent service and great food!The one we went to was called Arabian Nights...the manager even prepared a special dinner for us on our 2nd night!

Petra kitchen Petra kitchen is a great "restaurant" where you and 20 or so other people prepare 6 course Jordanian meal for everyone with help from the staff. There are not lots of great dining options here, so this is a fun alternative.