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Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre)

About this experience

Our half-day PRIVATE guided food tour offers the opportunity to try delicious Jordanian food, sample fresh juices, & explore Amman with a local tour guide. Start with a tour of the Amman Citadel: learn about the continuous occupation of Amman & have 360-degree views of the city. Next the Roman Theatre: climb to the top of the 6000-seat theatre that is built right into the mountain. 8 food tastings: Walk to the old downtown including: fruit & vegetable market, gold souq, Amman’s oldest mosque, sample seasonal market products, fruit juice, dine where the locals eat, enjoy local desserts & more! You will not go home hungry on this tour. Please advise of dietary restrictions before the tour—we can easily accommodate vegetarian diets. Please note that we do our best to advise kitchens of allergies, but we are unable to guarantee that any products are free of allergens or cross-contamination. Jordanian food is consumed with a lot of pita bread, dairy, and meat.

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  • Duration: 5 hr
  • Private experience

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Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre)

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Entrance Fees
  • All Food Tastings & Drinks (8-10 in total)

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Pickup / Drop-off

Itinerary and highlights

Wander the ruins of Amman's tallest hill with our local guide. Learn about the city's ancient history and enjoy 360 degree views of Amman's whitewashed hills.

Climb the steps of Amman's Roman Theatre and marvel at the ancient craftmanship and accoustics

After the Citadel and Roman Theatre our guide will take you into the winding streets of the old downtown. Try street foods, sit and enjoy local meals and sweets and experience the bustling market atmosphere. There are 8-10 stops ranging from sit down eats to tastings in the markets.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet at the entrance to the Amman Citadel on Jabal Al-Qal'a Our guide will be outside of the ticket booth waiting for you.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Amman Food Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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