Things to do in Aqaba Governorate

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Aqaba which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a luxury hotel or resort
Aqaba showing a beach and general coastal views
Aqaba which includes building ruins
Wadi Rum which includes landscape views, desert views and a gorge or canyon
Wadi Rum which includes a gorge or canyon, desert views and landscape views

Aqaba Governorate Attractions

Smaller cities have an appeal about them you just don't find in their larger counterparts. Make a list of all the fun things to see and do in Aqaba Governorate before you arrive so you can squeeze the most out of your escape. You'll soon learn that bigger doesn't necessarily mean better!

Discover the best sights in Aqaba Governorate with some popular tours & day trips, or get through our list of {286 fun activities in Aqaba Governorate fun activities in Aqaba Governorate}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can relax and put your energy into planning the vacation of a lifetime.

Most popular activities in Aqaba Governorate

Tours & day trips

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2 Days Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour

2 Days Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour

Activity duration is 2 days
Free cancellation available
Price is $385 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Wadi Rum (2) hour jeep morning tour or sunset tour

Wadi Rum (2) hour jeep morning tour or sunset tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
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Water activities

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Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer

Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $49 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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4H Jeep Tour Morning or Sunset Wadi Rum Desert Highlights

4H Jeep Tour Morning or Sunset Wadi Rum Desert Highlights

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $43 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Travel to Petra The Rose Red City

Travel to Petra The Rose Red City

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $574 per adult*
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What to do in Aqaba Governorate

Things to Do in Aqaba Governorate with Kids

Aqaba Governorate is a superb place for a family break. Bring the little ones along and try these top family friendly experiences together:

 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Aqaba Governorate

Wadi Rum which includes landscape views, desert views and a gorge or canyon

Wadi Rum Protected Area

5/5(38 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wadi Rum Protected Area, a lovely green space in Wadi Rum. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the campsites.

Wadi Rum Protected Area
About 2km from the visitor centre

Wadi Rum Visitor Center

4.5/5(39 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Wadi Rum Visitor Center in Wadi Rum. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the campsites.

Wadi Rum Visitor Center
The locals rest on the city beach of Aqaba in Jordan watching the sunset to the Red Sea and the passing ships. The hills across the Aqaba bay is already Egypt. Travel tip: if you don't want to spend your time at the crowded by locals city beach go Tala Bay area - it's only 9 km from Aqaba and the quality of the beach and water is great #LifeAtExpedia

Palm Beach

4.5/5(25 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aqaba. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Palm Beach
Beautiful private beach club in Aqaba. Women can't really swim at the public beaches so this was a welcome spot

Aqaba Marine Park

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Aqaba Marine Park during your travels in Aqaba? Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Aqaba Marine Park
Aqaba featuring heritage architecture

Sharif Hussein bin Ali Mosque

Its religious and historical meaning is matched by its elegance and beauty, particularly at night, when the structure is Aqaba’s shining beacon.

Sharif Hussein bin Ali Mosque
Aqaba Fort featuring a house and heritage elements

Aqaba Fort

3.5/5(6 reviews)

Trace the history of this small but mighty fort, once a hotel for travelers on the road to Mecca and the site of a major victory for Lawrence of Arabia.

Aqaba Fort
Aqaba featuring tropical scenes, general coastal views and swimming

Al-Hafayer Beach

Restaurants backing onto this popular beach set up tables and stands on the sand so you can dine with accompaniment from the soothing sounds of the sea.

Al-Hafayer Beach

Tala Bay

5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tala Bay during your travels in Aqaba. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Tala Bay

Berenice Beach Club

3.5/5(17 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Berenice Beach Club might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aqaba. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Berenice Beach Club

 

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Popular day trips from Aqaba Governorate

Aqaba which includes a fountain as well as an individual male

Aqaba

Eilat Marina featuring a bay or harbor

Eilat

Tabuk

Tabuk

Wadi Rum featuring a gorge or canyon, landscape views and desert views

Wadi Rum

Yahel which includes a park and heritage architecture

Hevel Eilot

Photo by Jules

HaArava HaTikhona

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Aqaba Governorate on a sunny day?
What to do in Aqaba Governorate on a rainy day?
With awesome indoor activities like an Aqaba Airport Same Day Luggage Services to keep you occupied, there's no need to let the rain stop you from having a ball.
Are there cheap things to do in Aqaba Governorate?
If you're on a budget, you may like to add these cheap and cheerful activities and tours to your schedule:


What can you do in Aqaba Governorate for free?
You could leave your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these cool attractions won't cost you a dime:

  • Wadi Rum Visitor Center
  • Aqaba Marine Park
  • Port of Aqaba
  • Aqaba City Center Shopping Mall