Petra by Night – A Candlelit Visit to the Ancient Rose-Red City
If you're spending a night or two in Wadi Musa, don’t miss the chance to witness Petra by Night, a magical candlelit experience that brings the lost city to life under the stars. This enchanting event offers a unique and memorable way to view one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in an atmosphere of peace, beauty, and cultural authenticity.
What to Expect
The experience begins at the Petra Visitor Centre, where guests walk through the narrow Siq, lit by hundreds of candles, until reaching the majestic Treasury (Al-Khazneh). Here, you’ll enjoy a peaceful moment of reflection, sit on mats laid out in front of the monument, sip traditional sweet Bedouin tea, and listen to enchanting live music under the night sky.
Event Days & Timing
Available on: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights
Start Time: 8:30 PM at Petra Visitor Centre
End Time: 10:30 PM at Petra Visitor Centre
Tour Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy walk, suitable for most visitors
Tickets & Pricing
Updated Price (as of May 2025): 30 JD per adult
Children under 10 years: Free of charge
Where to Buy: Tickets are available at the Petra Visitor Centre shops, local tour agencies, or directly through your hotel.
⚠️ Important Update: Petra by Night – New Experience & Pricing (Effective May 1, 2025)
ℹ️ As of May 1, 2025, Petra by Night has been completely reimagined, blending cultural heritage with cutting-edge technology for a magical new experience. What’s New? A breathtaking 3D projection mapping show is now the centerpiece of the evening — believed to be the largest weekly projection display of its kind in the world. This immersive light and sound performance is cast directly onto the Treasury façade, transforming it into a living storybook that narrates the fascinating legacy of the ancient Nabataeans. Updated Pricing: 30 JD per person Free of charge for children under 10 years old If your quote included Petra by Night before May 1, 2025, the rate was 17 JD. The updated rate is now 30 JD — a difference of 13 JD per person. Please contact us if you'd like to confirm or adjust your booking to include the updated Petra by Night experience.
ℹ️ As of May 1, 2025, Petra by Night has been completely reimagined, blending cultural heritage with cutting-edge technology for a magical new experience.
What’s New? A breathtaking 3D projection mapping show is now the centerpiece of the evening — believed to be the largest weekly projection display of its kind in the world. This immersive light and sound performance is cast directly onto the Treasury façade, transforming it into a living storybook that narrates the fascinating legacy of the ancient Nabataeans.
Updated Pricing:
30 JD per person
Free of charge for children under 10 years old
If your quote included Petra by Night before May 1, 2025, the rate was 17 JD. The updated rate is now 30 JD — a difference of 13 JD per person.
Please contact us if you'd like to confirm or adjust your booking to include the updated Petra by Night experience.