Cities in Jordan
The most important cities in Jordan at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Ash-Shunah ash-Shamaliyah
Ash-Shunah ash-Shamaliyah is located in the fertile Jordan Valley.
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Fuheis
Fuheis is a picturesque town northwest of Amman, inhabited almost exclusively by Jordanian Christians.
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Al-Muwaqqar
Al-Muwaqqar was a magnificent desert palace in early Islamic times.
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Sahab
Sahab is located southeast of the capital and serves as a major logistics hub.
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Al-Mashareq
Al-Mashareq is a predominantly agricultural settlement in northern Jordan.
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Al-Jiza
Al-Jiza forms the southern gateway to the Greater Amman area.
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Karak
Karak sits majestically on a steep plateau in the central highlands.
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As-Salt
As-Salt was once the most important settlement in Jordan.
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Al-Husn
Al-Husn is one of the most traditional towns in the north.
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Kufranja
Kufranja is one of the green pearls of the Ajloun Mountains.
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Azraq
Azraq is an oasis town deep in the eastern desert of Jordan.
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Deir Abi Saeed
Deir Abi Saeed is the central settlement of the Kourah district.
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Al-Mazar al-Janubi
Al-Mazar al-Janubi is a significant pilgrimage site south of Karak.
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Mahis
Mahis is situated on the hills above the Jordan Valley.
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Ajloun
Ajloun is surrounded by dense pine and oak forests.
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Russeifa
Russeifa connects the cities of Amman and Zarqa into a massive metropolitan area.
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Ain Basha
Ain Basha is located on the edge of the capital on fertile land.
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Ghor es-Safi
Ghor es-Safi lies deep below sea level on the edge of the Dead Sea.
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Madaba
Madaba is world-famous for its Byzantine mosaics.
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Al-Hashimiyah
Al-Hashimiyah is an emerging city in the Zarqa region.
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Zarqa
Zarqa is the primary industrial center of Jordan.
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Tafilah
Tafilah is nestled within the rugged mountains of southern Jordan.
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Irbid
Irbid is the economic hub of northern Jordan.
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Aqaba
Aqaba is Jordan's only seaport on the Red Sea.
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Busaira
Busaira sits atop a mountain ridge and looks back on a long history.
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Amman
Amman is the capital of Jordan, spreading across multiple hills.
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Ar-Ramtha
Ar-Ramtha is situated right on the Syrian border.
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Mafraq
Mafraq serves as the gateway to the Jordanian desert.
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Dana Biosphere Reserve
Jordan's largest nature reserve offers incredible biodiversity and spectacular hiking trails.
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Ma'in Hot Springs
Natural thermal waterfalls cascade into a desert oasis, offering relaxation in mineral-rich waters.
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Wadi Bin Hammad
A spectacular rainforest canyon in Jordan featuring hanging gardens and hot springs.
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What are the largest cities in Jordan?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.