Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Al Jaya March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Al Jaya Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Al-Jaya.dx553248623282051271)[Hotels in Al Jaya](https://expedia.ca/Al-Jaya-Hotels.d553248623282051271.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Al Jaya Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Al-Jaya.d553248623282051271.Car-Rental-Guide)[Al Jaya Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Al-Jaya.d553248623282051271.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Al Jaya ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Al Jaya Types of activities [Al Jaya travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Al-Jaya.dx553248623282051271) ## Al Jaya Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Al Jaya has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Al Jaya is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Al Jaya to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. 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Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Al Jaya attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Petra Petra is the mysterious long-lost capital of the Nabatean Kingdom, once a major trading hub in the Middle East. Impressive for its tombs, churches and theaters carved out of its steep canyon walls, the archeological site obtained UNESCO World Heritage status in 1985\. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Petra-Jordan.d180620.Vacation-Attraction) ![Moment RF](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180620/b97eccfa-3e01-46ab-9186-f48c5ffc4e62.jpg) ### 2\. Petra Visitor Center The Petra Visitor Center functions as both the entrance and the museum for the historical complex of Petra. It’s also the booking center for guided tours and horse-and-carriage rides. Get familiar with the history and culture of one of Jordan’s oldest peoples, the Nabateans, and learn how they survived in this harsh natural environment. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Petra-Visitor-Center-Wadi-Musa.d6101934.Vacation-Attraction) ![Petra Visitor Center showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101934/0e223262-2b6d-4d13-9bd3-0012ea962f92.jpg) ### 3\. Little Petra Included in the same UNESCO World Heritage listing, Little Petra is a separate, smaller archeological complex that was once a suburb of the larger city of Petra. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Little-Petra-Wadi-Musa.d553248621532391595.Vacation-Attraction) ![Little Petra featuring a gorge or canyon and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532391595/7c6f66e2-0166-429c-882c-433078ef961d.jpg) ### 4\. The Treasury The crowning jewel of the Petra Archaeological Park, the Treasury is distinctive for its elaborate design and clear outline in the reddish stone of the valley. It stands 130 feet (40 meters) tall at the end of the impressive Siq gorge. Admire the pillars and pediments making up the restored frontage of this carved structure. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Treasury-Wadi-Musa.d553248635626446410.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wadi Musa which includes a gorge or canyon and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635626446410/4ab1b3b5-058a-444b-88c5-781ef8379b80.jpg) ### 5\. Great Temple The colossal Great Temple is the biggest freestanding and unearthed structure in the UNESCO-protected ancient city of Petra. This split-level complex rises above the city’s Colonnaded Street and covers an area of 81,375 square feet (7,560 square meters). Climb grand staircases, walk in the shadow of huge columns and admire rock carvings at the Great Temple. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Temple-Wadi-Musa.d553248621563224813.Vacation-Attraction) ![Great Temple at Petra is a grand monumental complex that lies south of the Colonnaded Street at Petra. Completed in the early first century CE, under the rule of Nabataean king Aretas IV. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563224813/dc3e64cf-58aa-4747-ab55-d6d1eed0fe23.jpg) ### 6\. Street of Facades After seeing The Treasury at the start of Petra, the Street of Façades will have you stop and stare in amazement all over again. The huge tombs in the rocks are adorned with carvings, adding grandeur to the important burial sites inside. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Street-Of-Facades-Wadi-Musa.d553248621532628055.Vacation-Attraction) ![Street of Facades which includes heritage architecture and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532628055/ca5f8ff9-e5b8-4739-a077-c6f143ce02ce.jpg) ### 7\. al-Siq The Siq is a canyon flanked by colorful stone walls in the heart of the Petra archaeological complex. As one of the highlights of the Middle East, this gorgeous 0.7-mile (1.2-kilometer) valley held a special place in the Nabatean culture. Admire the array of spiritual structures carved into the rocks of this otherworldly canyon. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Al-Siq-Wadi-Musa.d553248635922900824.Vacation-Attraction) ![al-Siq showing a gorge or canyon and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900824/763dca16-67dd-4729-86b2-c1e26c7c92e0.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248623282051271) ## Recommended things to do in Al Jaya | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Wadi Ghuweir Full-Day Hike with Local Guide & Lunch.](/things-to-do/wadi-ghuweir-full-day-hike-with-local-guide-lunch.a52224593.activity-details): CA $150 | | Top 5 things to do | [Wadi Ghuweir Full-Day Hike with Local Guide & Lunch.](/things-to-do/wadi-ghuweir-full-day-hike-with-local-guide-lunch.a52224593.activity-details)[Full Day Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Shobak Castle](/things-to-do/petra-by-night.a2712912.activity-details)[2 Days 1 Night Private Exploration from Amman](/things-to-do/2-days-1-night-private-exploration-from-amman.a50089025.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Wadi Ghuweir Full-Day Hike with Local Guide & Lunch.](/things-to-do/wadi-ghuweir-full-day-hike-with-local-guide-lunch.a52224593.activity-details) | ## What to do in Al Jaya --- --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Al Jaya ![Shobak Castle featuring heritage elements and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101924/f0075806-90c9-4e70-8358-8150fe7ecb7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shoubak ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Al Jaya worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Al Jaya? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Al Jaya? ### Is three days enough to stay in Al Jaya? ### What are some activities to do in Al Jaya with kids? > - [Wadi Ghuweir Full-Day Hike with Local Guide & Lunch.](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wadi-ghuweir-full-day-hike-with-local-guide-lunch.a52224593.activity-details) ### What to do in Al Jaya for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Al Jaya? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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