Petra ticket price in 2026
The current Petra entrance fee shown in our project pricing is 50 JD per person for a standalone ticket bought without a Jordan Pass. This is the figure most independent international visitors should place in a basic Petra budget. It covers admission to the archaeological park; it is not a private tour, transfer from your hotel, meal, gratuity, or optional local guide.
Prices are set by the relevant Jordanian authorities and can change. Treat every amount on this page as planning information rather than a guarantee for a future travel date. Check the official Petra visitor information shortly before travel, and ask at the ticket office what the selected ticket covers before paying. Our team will also reconfirm fees when arranging a trip.
The table above places the Petra cost beside other popular Jordan attractions. That makes it easier to estimate whether separate tickets suit your route. All figures are in Jordanian dinars (JD), not US dollars, and are listed for gate admission without the Jordan Pass. Keep transport, food, accommodation, and optional experiences as separate lines in your travel budget.
What the Petra entrance ticket includes
A standard admission ticket lets you enter Petra and walk the main visitor route. The classic approach passes through the Siq to the Treasury, then continues toward the Street of Facades, Royal Tombs, theatre area, and other monuments. How far you go depends on your available time, fitness, weather, and the routes open that day.
Do not assume every service offered inside or near Petra is included. A licensed site guide, transport to Petra, animal rides, refreshments, souvenirs, and gratuities may involve separate payment. Optional experiences and routes can also have their own conditions. Confirm the price before accepting any extra service, and retain your admission ticket during the visit.
- Included: entry to the archaeological site under your ticket conditions.
- Not automatically included: a private licensed guide or private driver.
- Not automatically included: meals, drinks, hotel stays, and transfers.
- Check locally: special activities, route access, and any on-site transport.
Petra is much larger than the Treasury viewpoint. Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and water are practical essentials. If mobility or heat is a concern, discuss the route before entering rather than discovering midway that the distances and steps are more demanding than expected.
Petra entrance fee or Jordan Pass?
The Jordan Pass can include Petra admission along with entry to many other attractions. Whether it offers value depends on your eligibility, length of stay, planned sites, and the pass package you select. Compare your itinerary rather than buying solely because Petra is on it. The official Jordan Pass website is the place to verify current packages, terms, visa-related conditions, and included attractions.
A pass is not the same as a guided tour, and it does not automatically cover your driver, hotel, meals, or optional site guide. Bring the required pass confirmation and identification in the form requested by the issuer. If you already purchased a pass, check its validity and Petra entitlement before also buying a gate ticket.
Travelers visiting only Petra may find a standalone ticket simpler. Travelers combining Petra with Jerash, Wadi Rum, Amman sites, or other included attractions should total the individual fees and compare them with the current pass price and conditions. Our Jordan destinations guide can help you identify which stops belong in that calculation.
Optional Petra guide cost
Our current on-site guide table lists 50 JD for Petra. This is separate from the Petra entrance fee and should be confirmed for your date, route, group size, language, and intended duration. Guide availability and charges can change, so arrange expectations before the walk begins and ask exactly where the guided service ends.
A knowledgeable licensed guide can add archaeological context, explain Nabataean engineering, and help a first-time visitor understand what lies beyond the Treasury photograph. Independent visitors can still explore, but should arrive with a realistic route and enough time. A driver and a site guide also perform different roles: transportation does not by itself include guided interpretation.
If you prefer transport and planning arranged together, browse our private Jordan tours. Read each tour’s inclusion list carefully because package inclusions vary; never assume admission or a site guide is covered unless the selected tour says so.
Petra opening hours and the best arrival time
Petra opening hours can vary by season, daylight, holidays, operational decisions, and special events. Because hours are time-sensitive, we do not present one fixed schedule as valid for every 2026 date. Verify the opening and last-entry times through official Petra channels or the visitor centre immediately before your visit. Also check whether any evening event requires a separate ticket.
Arriving near opening generally gives you more usable walking time and may mean cooler conditions. Allow time to collect or validate your ticket, use facilities, and walk from the visitor centre. A rushed half-day can reach the Treasury, but it does not represent the scale of Petra. A full day gives most first-time visitors more flexibility for viewpoints, rest stops, and the return walk.
Weather matters as much as the clock. Summer heat can slow the route, while winter rain may affect trails and safety decisions. Follow local closures and staff instructions. Never enter a closed trail, and keep enough daylight and energy for the walk back to the visitor centre.
Where to buy tickets and how to budget
Visitors without a valid Jordan Pass can purchase the applicable admission at the official Petra visitor centre. Use official sales channels and avoid treating an unsolicited offer as an entrance ticket. Payment methods and system availability can change, so carry a practical backup and verify accepted cards or cash before arrival. Ask for a receipt and keep the ticket accessible.
Build your Petra visit cost in layers: admission first, then transport, optional guide, food and water, accommodation, and personal extras. For a couple paying standalone admission, calculate two current tickets rather than assuming a couple or group discount. This page does not claim child, student, family, resident, or group discounts; eligibility rules should be checked directly with the official ticket authority.
- Confirm the ticket price and opening hours close to your travel date.
- Compare a Jordan Pass only against sites you genuinely plan to visit.
- Separate admission from optional guide and transportation costs.
- Carry identification and any pass documents required for validation.
- Leave contingency money for food, water, and itinerary changes.
Petra entrance fee FAQ
How much is the Petra entrance fee?
The current standalone price in our fee table is 50 JD per person without a Jordan Pass. Confirm the official rate for your visit date because fees can change.
Does the Jordan Pass include Petra?
Eligible Jordan Pass packages can include Petra, but package terms and visit entitlements differ. Verify your exact package and current conditions on the official Jordan Pass website.
Is a Petra guide included in the ticket?
No. Our table lists an optional Petra site guide separately at 50 JD. Confirm the current fee, route, duration, language, and group arrangements before hiring.
What time does Petra open?
Hours vary with season and operating conditions. Check official visitor information shortly before arrival rather than relying on a fixed year-round schedule.