Holiday in Jerash
City in Jordan — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇯🇴
Country
Jordan
Type
City
Best time to travel
March to May and September to November (pleasant temperatures)
Budget/day
60-100€: Good hotel, Jerash + Ajloun Castle, guide, restaurants
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Amman (approx. 4.5h), then 45 min. bus/car to Jerash.
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What makes Jerash special as a destination?
Jerash is one of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities outside Italy — an archaeological gem just 50 km north of Amman. The ancient city of Gerasa impresses with an oval forum, colonnaded streets, two theaters, and the Hadrian's Gate. While Petra and Wadi Rum dominate the headlines, Jerash offers an equally fascinating experience with significantly fewer tourists. In summer, the Jerash Festival features music and dance in the ruins.
What are the top highlights in Jerash?
The top highlights in Jerash include Oval Forum, Cardo Maximus, South Theater, Temple of Artemis.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Oval Forum
The unique oval plaza with 56 Ionic columns is the landmark of Jerash and architecturally unique.
Cardo Maximus
The 800m long colonnaded main street with original ruts from chariots is impressively preserved.
South Theater
The 3,000-seat theater offers perfect acoustics — you can hear a whisper from the top row to the stage.
Temple of Artemis
The imposing temple of the city goddess with its Corinthian columns towers over the entire site.
Hotels in Jerash
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When is the best time to visit Jerash?
The best time to visit Jerash is March to May and September to November (pleasant temperatures). Hot and dry, 30-38°C, little shade in the ruins In winter: Cool, 5-14°C, occasional rain, few tourists
Recommended travel time
March to May and September to November (pleasant temperatures)
Summer
Hot and dry, 30-38°C, little shade in the ruins
Winter
Cool, 5-14°C, occasional rain, few tourists
How much does a holiday in Jerash cost?
Budget travellers: 30-45€: Budget hotel in Amman, entrance to Jerash (8 JD), local restaurants/day, mid-range: 60-100€: Good hotel, Jerash + Ajloun Castle, guide, restaurants/day, luxury: 180€+: Luxury hotel Amman, private tour with archaeologist guide/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
30-45€: Budget hotel in Amman, entrance to Jerash (8 JD), local restaurants
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
60-100€: Good hotel, Jerash + Ajloun Castle, guide, restaurants
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
180€+: Luxury hotel Amman, private tour with archaeologist guide
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Jerash?
Flight to Amman (approx. 4.5h), then 45 min. bus/car to Jerash.
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Jerash?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Arrive early in the morning (8 AM opening) — it gets extremely hot in the sunless ruins by noon
The Jerash Festival in July/August offers concerts and performances in the ancient theaters
Combining with Ajloun Castle (30 min.) makes for a perfect day trip from Amman
In the South Theater, the guards sometimes clap for acoustic demonstrations — impressive!
What should you eat in Jerash?
Typical specialities in Jerash: Mansaf — Jordan's national dish: lamb on rice with fermented yogurt sauce (Jameed), Falafel — Fried chickpea balls in pita bread with tahini, available everywhere, Knafeh — Sweet cheese semolina cake with syrup and pistachios, Jordan's most popular dessert, Arabic coffee — Spiced with cardamom, ceremonially served, a sign of hospitality.
These specialties you must try!
