What to book before you travel to Petra?

Most visits can be booked on the spot. A few sell out days ahead. Here they are, stop by stop, with what you can do without booking underneath. Keep the rest of your time free.

5 activities to book

Petra

Days 1-7
Days 1-7The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)The Nabataean tomb façade carved into the cliff at the end of the Siq, and Petra's best-known sight; the morning light suits it best.Book on GetYourGuide →
Days 1-7The SiqThe narrow winding gorge, over a kilometre long, that forms the main entrance to Petra, with Nabataean water channels cut along its walls.Book on GetYourGuide →
Days 1-7The Monastery (Ad-Deir)A huge rock-cut façade reached by a climb of around 800 steps from the city centre; the afternoon sun lights it best.Book on GetYourGuide →
Days 1-7Petra by NightA walk through the Siq to the Treasury lit by hundreds of candles, with traditional music and tea.Book on GetYourGuide →
Days 1-7The Royal TombsA row of monumental tombs carved into the cliff of Jabal al-Khubtha, including the Urn Tomb, with rock streaked in pink, red and ochre.Book on GetYourGuide →
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