Petra Travel Guide: Everything you need to know before your trip to Petra

Petra is becoming one of the top travel destinations in the world and people from all around the world are flocking to this wonderful place that is brimming with history and culture. Jordan is one of the easiest to access countries and travel expenses tend to be on the lower side. So if you are wondering how to visit Petra and you can expect there, you have come to the right place. Let’s take a look at how to make the most of your trip to Petra.

Accommodation:

One of the best places to stay is Wadi Musa, the city was built around Petra and it’s full of visitors all year long. You will find a range of hotels for all budgets and staying as close to the visitor’s center is your best bet. It’s recommended that you stay as close to Petra as possible. If you have full time access to a car from your hotel then you can afford to be a bit far off from Petra.

Getting there:

One of the first things you need to know before your tour to Petra is how you get there. If you are staying in the city of Wadi Musa then Petra might be just a short walk away and even if you are a bit far off from the city you will find lots of shuttle cars that take you to Petra. However, the free shuttles that are run by hotels operate at certain times so you need to be aware of all the timings. You will also find buses in case you are not able to find cars and want to travel using public transport to get a better look at the streets of Jordan.

Best time to visit Petra:

You should always go to Petra in either spring or autumn, the weather in Petra is great during these two seasons and the temperatures are cool enough to explore the location well. Ticket offices are open from 6am to 6pm during the summers and up to 4pm during the winders. Petra is also accessible at night on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The tour to Petra night tours are held from 8.30 to 10.30 and if you do opt in for the night visit do stay back for a while and experience the beauty of the Siq far away from the crowd of visitors. Petra tends to be emptier during the mornings and early afternoons so if you want things to be on the quieter side you need to go during those times.

Food and Drink:

If you want to have food during the tour you need to stock up on snacks and water before you enter Petra. You can get packed lunches at hotels if you tell your hotel staff the night before. It’s advised to store water before you enter Petra because the prices tend to be higher inside and if you are looking for a full meal during the trip you can choose from the buffet restaurant near the museum to Bedouin stalls that offer scrumptious fare that you’ll love eating.