The entrance fee for Petra varies depending on your visitor status and length of visit:
- Tourists staying at least one night in Jordan: 1-day entry is 50 JD, 2-day entry is 55 JD, and 3-day entry is 60 JD[3].
- Tourists visiting Petra on a day trip without staying overnight in Jordan: 1-day entry is 90 JD[3].
- Arriving from the border on your first day in Jordan: Fee is initially 90 JD, but if you stay overnight, you can reclaim 40 JD the next day, making the effective price 50 JD[1][3].
- Children under 12: Free entry[1].
- Jordanian citizens: 1 JD; foreign residents of Jordan: 10 JD; nationals of other Arab countries: 30 JD[1].
Tickets are available at the Petra Visitor Center, payable by cash (JD or US dollars) or credit card. You must show your passport to purchase a ticket[1].
Additionally, the Jordan Pass offers entry to Petra plus over 40 attractions and includes the visa fee, starting from 70 JD (1 day in Petra), 75 JD (2 days), and 80 JD (3 days)[4][5].
Petra by Night is a separate experience and not included in the standard entry ticket or Jordan Pass. It costs 30 JD and is available on select nights each week[1][5][6].
References
- [1] Petra: How to Plan Your Visit to Jordan’s Most Famous Sight
- [3] Petra’s back entrance – How to visit Petra without paying entrance fee
- [4] Jordan Pass Packages
- [5] Guide to Visiting Petra: Tips & Tricks From My 2025 Visit – Travel Lush
- [6] Petra by Night (2025) – All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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