Jordan · City Tours

3-Hour Aqaba Heritage Tour with Ayla, Fort and Museum

3 Hours Round trip from G2H2+PJ9 Moderate pace
Travelers in Aqaba
Travelers at the Mena House Street's beachside cafes
Travelers in Aqaba
Travelers in Aqaba

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Wander through the ancient Islamic city of Ayla
  • 02 Immerse yourself in the Al-Hussein bin Ali Mosque
  • 03 Marvel at the architecture of Aqaba Fort
  • 04 Explore the Aqaba Museum's seventh-century artifacts

Embark on a fascinating 3-hour tour through the ancient Islamic city of Ayla and admire the Al-Hussein bin Ali Mosque. Explore Aqaba Fort and hear the stories held within its historic walls, then visit the Aqaba Museum to see artifacts dating back to the seventh century. Continue to the Great Arab Revolt Flag Square before ending at Mena House Street's beachside cafes, where you can enjoy local flavours and a glimpse of Aqaba's vibrant culture.

Embark on a fascinating 3-hour tour through the ancient Islamic city of Ayla and admire the Al-Hussein bin Ali Mosque.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Aqaba
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Ayla Heritage and Aqaba Landmarks

  • The Ancient Islamic City of Ayla

Explore the remains of the ancient city, which dates back more than 1,400 years, and learn its story and secrets.

  • Al-Hussein bin Ali Mosque

We will enter the mosque to enjoy its beautiful architectural design, which symbolizes the people of Aqaba.

  • Aqaba Fort

We will explore the historic castle and the ancient places it contains, and I will tell you the story of this building and what it was used for.

  • Aqaba Museum

We will explore the artifacts inside the museum dating back to the seventh century.

  • Arab Revolution Yard

We will visit the Great Arab Revolt Flag Square, where we can see the vast flag and enjoy drinking coffee and eating there.

  • Mena House Street

Try local cafes located on the beach with local drinks and shisha.

Ayla, Al-Hussein bin Ali Mosque, Aqaba Fortress, Aqaba Museum

Where this trip takes you

Ayla, Al-Hussein bin Ali Mosque, Aqaba Fortress, Aqaba Museum

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from G2H2+PJ9 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guiding fees

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • Transfers
  • Food and drinks

What to bring

  • Shoes
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Water

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
دوار الشريف الحسين بن علي، Aqaba, Jordan
Tour start
G2H2+PJ9, Aqaba, Jordan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in G2H2+PJ9.

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