The ticket is relatively expensive, but SO worth it! The walk down is very easy to do, gently sloping. A guide can explain about the history and what you are seeing as you walk down. The rose colored canyon walls are just amazing, as is the first view of the Treasury as you emerge from the passage. Once you come out, in front of the Treasury are lots of camels, vendors, a refreshment stand of sorts, and options to hike up higher for a different view. We did not find the vendors any more pushy than any other place, and a simple no seemed to suffice. Take water and wear good walking shoes!

We can see why Petra is one of the seven wonders of the world! It was grand and spectacular! Around every corner is another awe-inspiring view. We absolutely loved it. If you’re in shape the walking isn’t too bad either. You don’t go over rocks or bad terrain. You walk on a dirt road that’s easy to navigate or you can take a golf cart for a fee.

We got a private cab from Amman. Took around 3 hours. It was worth it. The walk through the canyon is good enough on its own but the moment you see the treasury come into view is something that will never ever leave you. You can spend hours there but there is so much more to see. Make sure you take water. It’s hot!

This was on my bucket list. The trip had canceled twice due to the pandemic, but the third time was the charm, and it did not disappoint. The angles of the sun hitting the rocks was breathtaking. My only tip to travelers. The horseback riding opportunity does not extend into the entrance path to Petra. I believe, however, the the one horse drawn carriage I saw can be hired for the path to the Treasury. In hindsight, I would do that. There is a lot more to Petra than the Treasury. If you have time, take the path to the theatre and climb the rocks opposite the Treasury for an amazing view.

Our last Wonder of the World to visit was Petra. We postponed it for Pandemic but glad we did it after everything opened up. Our guides, weather, hotels, were outstanding but the feeling of visiting the sites priceless. Don’t wait to visit this Wonder before it’s too late .

I have wanted to go to Petra for very many years and I have to say that having looked forward to it for so long, it did not disappoint. I hadn't realised it was such a big place though! Be aware that it took us 1 .5 hours to stroll back to the coach park as most websites say it is a 50 minute walk! We went in early December and the heat was very comfortable around 23 degrees C. Toilets are 'free' but you are expected to give the Bedouin handing it a single sheet of toilet paper at the entrance - a small donation. All in all a fabulous experience especially the long walk through the Siq and emerging at The Treasury! Just WOW.

Wow! The site way exceeded my high expectations. The carved buildings are amazing, the colors were amazing, great walk through the Siq. This was the highlight of our trip to Jordan. Just remember it is a lot of walking, 5 mile round trip from the entrance to the main walk end. The entire site is much larger, you could spend days here with various hikes.

We visited in very early December and the day temperatures were just right at about 23 degrees. It was cold at night so if you are outside of the town there may not be much to do. Obviously the place is commercialised with large car parks and an expensive entrance building with corresponding high admission fees. Once you are through the gates then the ruins are preserved although traders, camels, bedouin abound. But this is part of it. We just had an extended morning there. It is hard work and going to the end of the Colonnaded Street and back was exhausting. However some of the younger members of the group had no trouble hiking to the Monastery and other trails. There are refreshments just past the Great Temple where you can rest and this is a good place to head for as a goal. Probably 2 easy days there would be ideal but obviously you face the long walk and back down the gorge each time you visit. We didn't think the candle and music trip in the evening was good value but you do get a different aspect of the ruins.

We spent threee full days in the site walking and viewing from various perspectives, including the Monastery and the high Place of Sacrifice. There is plenty to see, including Byzantine churches and plenty to wonder about. With a little confidence it is easy to avoid the crowds

If you visit Jordan, Petra is a MUST see! Petra is a beautiful, archaeological site that was home to the Nabatean Kingdom. Visiting the site needs a full day (at least) and a lot of energy as there's a lot of walking involved (especially if you'd like to hike all the way to the Monastery). I would recommend getting a guide for at least half the site (The Treasury till Qasr al Bint) so that you're able to learn more about the Nabatean Kingdom and get further context on the different sites that you'll see. We had an amazing, knowledgable and patient guide (Mo'tassem) who was from the visitor's centre.