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Amman Heritage Tour: Street Food, Local Culture & Art

By Jordan Venturers
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 240 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Seamless hotel pickup and drop-off for a stress-free, unscripted experience
  • Authentic street food and local drink tastings at independent or family-run shops
  • Discover vibrant street art and galleries, and a Levantine playlist asa souvenir
  • Explore less-known corners of Amman through the lens of history and social life
Activity location
    • Amman
    • Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Amman
    • Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan

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Option 3: Amman Express: A Stroll Through the Heart of Amman
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Take a 2-hour stroll through Amman’s vibrant streets. Starting at King Abdullah Mosque, explore local neighborhoods, savor street food, and experience the city’s culture. Perfect for those short on time but wanting a genuine glimpse of Amman’s atmosphere.

Price details
RM 240.28 x 1 AdultRM 240.28

Total
Price is RM 240.28
Option 2: Street-Food and Culture-Oriented Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

This option skips the Amman Citadel and instead takes you off the beaten path to discover hidden gems that showcase the city's rich culture—featuring a wide variety of local foods, traditional drinks, and vibrant art.

Price details
RM 360.42 x 1 AdultRM 360.42

Total
Price is RM 360.42

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sight-seeing at two historic sites and their museums
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Great pictures
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A stroll through the center of the city. Let us surprise you with the delicacies you'll come across along our carefully selected route (~4km /2.5mi.)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Handicrafts and souvenir shop visits (either shops suggested by us, or follow your heart to one!)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A drive/walk to either one of 3 options for an authentic meal (budget, mid-level or high-end)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return to your hotel, or a drop-off in a different location within the same distance
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Great pictures (again)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    1- Food
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    2- Entry-tickets (to both the Amphitheater/museum, and Amman's Citadel, costs 6 JODs for both) -- These are included in the Jordan Pass if you already have it.

What you can expect

Experience Amman through the eyes of an educated local. This four-hour immersive walk is designed for the curious traveler. This journey skips the generic scripts, we focus on the living history of Amman, connecting its ancient roots to its modern, vibrant soul.

Intellectual and Cultural Insight: We believe the best way to understand a city is through its stories. Our guides are highly educated, fluent in English, and passionate about sharing the nuances of Jordanian culture, history, and social life. Whether you are an art lover, a foodie, history enthusiast, or simply enjoy spontaneous conversations about everyday life, we guarantee you quality time.

Souq Tastings and Authentic Flavors: Our walk includes complimentary traditional tastings around the center of the city. We visit the bustling downtown (Al-Balad) and its surrounding neighborhoods to sample a variety of authentic snacks, traditional street food, and local drinks; exactly as the locals enjoy them. Beyond these tastings, we provide personalized culinary recommendations based on your palate and budget. Whether you are looking for a hidden spot for a full meal after the tour or suggestions for the rest of your stay, we ensure you navigate Amman’s food scene with confidence.

The local music tastes: Art and music are the heartbeat of our tour. We explore independent galleries and vibrant mural art alongside the city’s creative spaces, moving beyond the standard guidebook recommendations. As a goodbye gift, ask about our complimentary digital souvenir: a curated Spotify playlist featuring the sounds of the Levant and beyond. From timeless classics to modern hits, these are the tunes to keep the memory of the city alive long after you leave.

Seamless Logistics: Enjoy stress-free hotel pickup and drop-off. We handle the transportation logistics so you can focus entirely on the scenery and the conversation. This experience is optimized for solo travelers looking for a social, culinary, and cultural introduction to Jordan's capital.


Frequently Asked Questions:

Does this tour support the local community? Yes, we intentionally partner with small-scale vendors and socially-responsible initiatives during your tour, as we believe in the importance of contributing to the preservation of local heritage and the sustainability of Amman’s grassroots economy.

Is this tour suitable for families or private groups? Yes. The experience is highly engaging for any curious mind or tongue, and we adapt our route to suit small groups' diverse preferences.

What makes this different from a standard city tour? Most tours focus on dates and monuments. We focus on context to provide a nuanced understanding of Amman that goes beyond what is found in a guidebook.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Amman
    • Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Amman
    • Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan