Half Day Amman Food Tour with Citadel & Roman Theatre

11 am
Max People : 6
10 Food Tastings
Daily
All Ages
Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre, Old Downtown

Embark on a half-day guided tour, beginning at the summit of Jebel Al-Qal’a, Amman’s highest hill, home to the iconic Amman Citadel. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history as you learn about its continuous occupation, all while taking in breathtaking 360-degree views of the white-washed hills in all directions. From there, descend to the Roman Theatre, where you can sit within the ancient 6,000-seat amphitheater, ingeniously carved into the mountain itself.

Our Amman day tour continues through the vibrant Old Downtown, where you’ll stroll through the bustling fruit and vegetable market, explore the gold souq, and see Amman’s oldest mosque. Along the way, sample in-season local products, mouthwatering juice, and visit local restaurants. Enjoy the famous UNESCO listed dish, mansaf before finally indulging in the city’s beloved sweets. You’ll leave this tour not just with unforgettable memories, but with a full belly!

Location

Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre, Old Downtown

Tour Duration

5 Hours

Pickup / Drop off Offer

Not Available

Price Includes

10 tastings and treats including local juices, street foods, and desserts
Learn about food and coffee culture in Jordan from a local guide
Local English speaking guide
Entrance Fees to Amman Citadel
Entrance fees to Roman Theatre
Visit the bustling fruit and vegetable market
Pass by Amman’s oldest mosque
Learn about some of Amman’s oldest restaurants
Try Jordan’s national dish, Mansaf and learn how locals and families dine on this favorite
A local guide will be with you for the entire Jordan food tour to familiarize you with Amman and tell you stories of the city you would never uncover while traveling alone

Price Excludes

Tip for guide
Travel Insurance
Items of a personal nature
Hotel pickup or drop off

What to Expect

This Jordan food tour is a half day walking tour that starts and ends in downtown Amman. The tour will start at the Amman Citadel (Jebel Al’Qal’a) at 11am with a tour of the site. You will then visit the murals along the steps of the hill and visit the Roman Theatre across the street. From there your day tour will explore the heart of downtown with a market tour and plenty of restaurant and tasting stops along the way.

Please advise of dietary restrictions before the tour so the tour guide can have alternate options available. We may not be able to substitute all samplings but will do our best. Jordanian food is consumed with a lot of bread (pita bread), dairy, and meat.

Children are welcome on the tour.

Ramadan in Jordan in 2026 is Feb 18th to approx March 20th. Tours do not operate during Ramadan. In 2027 Ramadan is expected to be Feb 7th to March 8th.

TOUR START LOCATION: The tour begins at the Amman Citadel. You can find it on Google Maps here

Your Amman tour start location and end location are different. Note that this day tour starts at the Amman Citadel and ends in the centre of the old downtown.

Tours operate in all weather conditions
Wear comfortable footwear for uneven cobbblestones and some downhill stairs and hills
Tours do not operate during Ramadan
We can accomidate some dietary restrictions but cannot guarantee that any foods are allergen free or are free of cross contamination

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FAQ

Are Entrance Fees Included

Yes. Entrance fees to the Amman Citadel and Roman Theatre are included in the cost of the tour.

Are tips included?

No. Tips for your guide are not included.

How much food is included in the tour?

You will have up to 10 tastings from small bites to full plates. Bring your appetite. Note that most of the food stops are on the second half of the tour after the Citadel and Roman Theatre.

What is cancellation policy?

Changes and Rescheduling policy for Walking Food Tours

Rescheduling is permitted only if the request is received 7 days or more before the tour and if there is availability on the new date requested. No rescheduling is permitted if the request is received less than 7 days before the tour or if there is no availability on the new date requested.

Cancellations will be assessed on a case by case basis and must be received 14 days before the tour date. Typically credit will be offered for a future booking with Amman Food Tours. Credits will never expire. Any refunds offered will be subject to a credit card processing fee (they take the money, not us).

Please read our full cancellation policy and terms and conditions.

Does the tour operate rain or shine?

Yes our tour will operate rain or shine. Please dress in layers in the winter and spring months and ensure you are prepared for hot sun in the summer months.

See what our guests are saying

    
 
 
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   Karilyn Owen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Food tours are always the first thing I do in a country so I know what I need to be on the hunt for! The guide was wonderful at sharing the local eats and prepping us for our time in Jordan! A must do!
  
 
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   Muhammad AlOtaiby 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a remarkable tour in Amman with Jummana from Amman food tours . We tried different types of Jordanian food ,  explored downtown Amman and  introduced to the Jordanian culture and cuisine . The experience was amazing and  lots of fun .. it’s a must do to nice you visit Jordan and want to know the different types of flavors at the city centre.
  
 
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   Ana Reinhold 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a fantastic introduction to the delicious food of Amman.  We started at the citadel and Roman theater for some history and to work up an appetite then dived right in for the food.  I’m glad it was a walking tour otherwise I would’ve had to be rolled back to my hotel, everything was delicious.  We explored so many local places and markets and tried so many good deserts like Knafeh and ice cream.  Jumana is a fantastic and I had so much fun hanging out with her.  Definitely a must do for Amman!
  
 
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   Lesley Dixson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The most amazing food tour in Amman! Our tour guide Jumana was phenomenal - not only did we discover Amman’s best dishes and experience the local  food and markets, but we learned about the history of the city and the Jordanian culture. Everyone was warm and welcoming, the food was all delicious, and Jumana was a treasure. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Amman.
  
 
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   Karl W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are Americans and Jordan is a very, very safe place to travel.  If you are worried about safety, do not be worried, it is very safe.
My wife and I had an excellent experience with our guide Jumana. We ate many Jordanian dishes toured markets, had the national dish of Jordan and had desserts.  We started with za'atar Manakish and continued to a falafel stand.  We also went to the sugar market where we were showing all the fruits and vegetables and we ate some nuts, multiple olives and some dates. We saw the guy making some bread and slamming the bread against the inside of a tandoor oven to cook it. Then we went inside to have a couple of lamb dishes.  We then had the national Jordanian dish of mansaf. We finished with a couple of desserts  including the Jordanian ice cream.
Jumana is an excellent guide. She kept the evening going, kept everybody engaged, told us other things about the sites we were seeing while recommending different restaurants along the way.  Nobody could eat all of the food that we had. It was so much. This tour was noted as a 3-hour tour. Our tour actually lasted closer to 4 hours and it was interesting for every one of those 4 hours.  I highly, highly recommend this tour.
  
 
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   Rachel Harrison 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've just spent a fantastic evening with Jumana. She bought the food scene of Amman to life. Friendly knowledgeable and as previous reviews say she knows everyone! Totally recommend . Arrive hungry as there's so much fabulous food to taste.
  
 
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   Toby Jermyn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic tour with an amazing guide. Well recommended. Do this on your fist night in Amman and you will be set for the rest of your stay.
  
 
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   Riley Kernaghan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best way to get started in Jordan is with an Amman Food Tour. Jumana was an amazing guide: literally EVERYONE knows her as you walk through the market and along the streets. She answered all my questions about the food we were tasting and Jordan in general. This was my first visit to the Middle East and the food and culture was a tad intimidating. Thanks to Jumana's friendly introductions and contagious enthusiasm I was soon much more at ease and able to enjoy the rest of my trip all the more. A surprising amount of food is included, so much so that I didn't need breakfast the next day. Personal favourites were Zaatar Manaqish, the al Quds falafel sandwich and the Kofta in tahini sauce. I must also credit them with going ahead with the tour with only 1 person (me) as I have had bad experiences with other tours in other countries when this happens. This tour is worth every cent.
  
 
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   mythoughtsforyou 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. OMG-   If you are in Amman you MUST book this tour!  We had so much fun and ventured into places we never would have seen.  We felt like locals and warmly welcomed where ever we went by the friendly market owners and spice sellers. and can we talk about the food?  Amazing!  Not only did we love every bite,  but we learned about its history  and importance to Jordanians.  Our time passed so quickly and it was sad to say good bye.                    Book this with no regrets!

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