Jerash And The North, Jordan
ATMs are widely available in major cities like Amman and Irbid, and some are in Jerash town. For better security and rates, use bank-affiliated ATMs. Larger hotels, restaurants, and shops accept credit cards (Visa, Mastercard are common). For smaller purchases, street food, local shops, and public transport, cash is preferred and often needed. Carry small denominations of JOD. Exchange offices are available at airports and in major cities. Compare rates before exchanging money, as they vary.
Tipping is customary in Jordan, though amounts vary based on the service. For restaurants, a 5-10% tip is standard if a service charge is not already included. For taxis, round up the fare to the nearest Dinar. For a half-day guide tour, 5-10 JOD per person is appropriate; for a full-day, 10-20 JOD. Hotel porters receive 1-2 JOD per bag. Service station attendants appreciate a small amount of loose change, like 0.5 JOD.
Note: These ranges are estimates and vary based on your choices and travel habits.
Price Ranges for Specific Items: Accommodation: Hostel dorm (Amman): 10-25 JOD per night. Budget hotel/guesthouse (Jerash/Amman): 25-45 JOD per night. Mid-range hotel (Jerash/Amman): 50-90 JOD per night. Luxury hotel (Amman/Dead Sea): 100-250+ JOD per night. Meals: Street food (falafel sandwich, shawarma): 1-3 JOD. Local restaurant meal: 5-10 JOD. Mid-range restaurant meal: 10-20 JOD. Fine dining meal: 25-50+ JOD. Transportation (from Amman to Jerash): Public bus (from Tabarbour bus station): 1-2 JOD. Shared taxi (servees): 2-3 JOD. Private taxi (one way): 20-30 JOD. Economy rental car: 25-40 JOD per day. Attractions: Jerash Archaeological Site entrance: 12 JOD (included in Jordan Pass).
20-60 JOD/day
10-25 JOD (Hostel dorm/basic guesthouse in Amman/Irbid)
5-15 JOD (Street food, local eateries, basic groceries)
85-165 JOD/day
40-80 JOD (3-star hotel/guesthouse in Jerash/Amman)
20-35 JOD (Mid-range restaurants, some street food)
210+ JOD/day
100+ JOD (4-5 star hotel in Amman/Dead Sea)
40-80+ JOD (Fine dining, international restaurants)
Tipping is customary in Jordan, though amounts vary based on the service. For restaurants, a 5-10% tip is standard if a service charge is not already included. You can also simply round up the bill. For taxis, round up the fare to the nearest Dinar. For a half-day tour guide, 5-10 JOD per person is appropriate. For a full-day tour, 10-20 JOD. Hotel porters receive 1-2 JOD per bag. Service station attendants appreciate a small amount of loose change, like 0.5 JOD.
For tipping, cash is almost always preferred and easier, especially for smaller services. Keep small denominations of JOD on hand for this purpose.
5-10% (if service not included)
Round up to nearest JOD
5-10 JOD per person
10-20 JOD per person
1-2 JOD per bag
Jordan is recognized as a very safe country for tourists, but understanding common concerns prepares you.
Consult a travel health clinic or your doctor for specific recommendations for Jordan. Hepatitis A and B, and Typhoid are commonly recommended. Rabies might be considered for activities with potential animal contact. Yellow Fever vaccination is necessary only if you arrive from a country with risk.
Major hospitals with modern facilities are in Amman and Irbid. Jerash has local clinics and a general hospital (Jerash Governmental Hospital). For serious medical emergencies, transport to a larger hospital in Amman is a choice. Pharmacies are widely available, identifiable by a green cross sign. Many common medications are available over-the-counter.
Jordan currently has no specific health-related entry requirements. Travelers should consult their national health advisories and a travel health clinic for recommended vaccinations. Routine updated vaccinations (MMR, DTP, Polio) are always a good idea.
