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Petra · Budget & costs

Petra on a budget: what it costs and where to save

Petra's entry is expensive, but the Jordan Pass can help.

Is Petra expensive?

Expensive for most visitors. Petra's entry is expensive, but the Jordan Pass can help.

Money, cards and tipping

Currency: Jordanian dinar (JOD).

Tipping: 10% in restaurants if no service charge.

Where to save money

  • Buy a Jordan Pass.
  • Eat local.

Where it is worth spending

  • A luxury stay.

Free things to do in Petra

  • Walking Wadi Musa

Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.

Petra budget questions

What currency is used in Petra?

Jordanian dinar (JOD).

Is tipping expected in Petra?

10% in restaurants if no service charge.

How can I save money in Petra?

Buy a Jordan Pass. Eat local.