An old fountain. Impressive by its architecture and its size, though not very well preserved. It had both a practical function, providing drinking water to the citizens, as well as an aesthetic one.

A marvelous piece of ancient Roman like structure. It is very well build with a tremendous amount for detail. It has some well preserved stone drawings and sculptures. Although the surroundings are even as exciting, the structure stands out. It must have been a magnificent sight in the old days. Certainly worth the visit.

The Jerash Nymphaeum Temple was a symbol of the ancient city's prosperity and refinement. It was a monument consecrated to the nymphs and was a massive fountain was built to collect water from natural springs or via an aqueduct system. Impressive and well preserved, would have been fantastic to see how it operated in the past

Jerash is a city in Jordan, located 25 Miles North of the capital Amman. Inhabited since the Bronze Age. it’s well known for the ruins of the walled Greco-Roman settlement of Gerasa. Ruins include the 2nd-century Hadrian’s Arch, the Corinthian Columns of the Temple of Artemis and the huge Forum’s Oval Colonnade. Jerash is Jordan's largest and most interesting Roman site, and a major tourist attraction. Its imposing ceremonial gates, colonnaded avenues, temples and theatres. It is considered the best preserved ancient Roman buildings in the world. The Nymphaeum, just as most of the other sites in the old Roman city of Jerash, has been built around the 1st century and is from an architectural perspective a magnificent fountain and one of the most popular sites in Jerash. Better time to visit is early morning as to avoid crowds and high day time temperature.

The origin of the building is to be a fountain or a water point dedicated to the nymphs of water nymphs, but it began to represent a building decorated with sounds issued in its waters to provide a beautiful view enjoyed by the city residents passing from the main street. The water coming through a canal at the top passed through statues on the ground floor into the large water basin in front of the building's façade. This wall carries seven small channels with black heads on the side of the basin.

Beautiful Roman-era fountain and one of the most popular sites in Jerash. It's highly detailed in places although the crowd might be too eager to see & touch things around you.

Very good condition and the fountain still works. Pour some water and you'll see the lion heads spewing it out like 1800 years ago

Jerash – A Walk Through Ancient Rome in Jordan! Jerash is honestly one of the coolest historical spots I’ve visited in Jordan. If you’re into Roman architecture, ancient history, or just love wandering through places that feel like time froze — this place is for you. The entry fee is 10 JD, but if you have the Jordan Pass, it’s completely free (which is a big plus). I’d recommend visiting in spring or autumn — the weather’s way more comfortable, and you can actually enjoy walking around without the harsh sun. Try to go in the morning around 8 or 9 AM — it’s quiet, peaceful, and the lighting is great for photos too. The place itself is massive and super well-preserved. You’ve got everything from colonnaded streets to amphitheaters, temples, and this huge oval-shaped forum that just blows your mind. Hard to believe this was a full-blown Roman city centuries ago — it was part of the Decapolis, and really boomed between the 1st and 3rd centuries AD. Give yourself at least 2-3 hours to explore at a relaxed pace. There are guides around if you want one, or you can just walk around and take it all in. One tip: wear good walking shoes — the stones are uneven, and it’s a big site. Totally worth every step though. Jerash was one of those places that surprised me — didn’t expect to love it as much as I did. It’s like stepping into a slice of Rome, right in the middle of Jordan.

We have been to many in many countries but this would rank second to Turkey. So much better than the owners countries. Truly glad we came . Definitely not on bucket list but superb happy.

Amazing structural designs. Never regret to pay additional trip for this visit. Such a great experience from the entrance. Good thing in this place is that they have a souvenir shops. So whenever you want to buy as token for yourself or remembrance, they have it all to offer.

This was probably the most important building in Jerash, Artemis was the Patron of the city. Unfortunately the temple was never finished and smaller than the temple of Zeus. It has a bigger court yard and the stairs to get to it are impressive. The locals have taken over part of it and will pester you with the best place to take pictures, show you the moving column, try to sell you trinkets or just get in the way because at first you think they are tik tokers making reels. Once you tell everyone No, make your way into the catacombs and explore this small but amazing temple.

The soaring stone columns of Jerash's Temple of Artemis are amazingly impressive. Expertly cut, the towering columns create a stunning forest of limestone. Their intricate details are amazingly well-preserved after thousands of years. The temple's imposing colonnaded entrance leads into a vast sanctuary with alcoves. No visit to these impressive ruins is complete without seeing these magnificent columns.

Very well preserved and beautiful. Definitely go inside and under the temple. I’m not sure if you need a guide for this or not. There are guides (well they might be guides but not official guides) who will take you in and under and will charge 5JD. Very cool to explore around it and will only take like 10 minutes. Neat to see how the columns were made to move to be earthquake resistant too.

It was amazing to see the scale of the place and walk around these well preserved Roman ruins. I think the walk is well worth it even under the sun because it is quite incredible to see the complex architecture, the details on the columns and how wide the staircases are as well as the streets. You can even see the tracjs of the wheels where the carts would pass by on the street! You do have to be careful though because now the street is very uneven so if you can't walk well I would not advise it at all. There is, however, another path that goes over the hill that is more even and much easier to walj through. My recommendation is to go through the street to the temple and then back through the dirt path when you leave. The walk should be around 10-15min depending on how many pictures you want to take along the way so take that into account.

Interesting to think that Greeks and Romans were once here and this was a huge place of interest Public transport costs 1-2 JOD from Amman

A large open area full of old artifacts that are very well preserved. The square is about 90 meters in diameter which is very large for the time it was build. Imagine standing here during that time when it was all buzzing with people selling and trading. Must have been a sight in itself. Make sure you have time enough here since it will take a couple of hours to see all.

Massive and stunning. The Oval Plaza, dated to 110 AD, is an elongated, elliptical plaza (90m x 80m) framed by 56 Ionic columns and paved with limestone slabs. A good walkaround will aid the appreciation of the architectural magnificence of the ruins which have been well preserved

A fairly large ancient square, surrounded by columns and paved with massive stone slabs. For an nice view of it, climb the stands of the Southern Theater or the Temple of Zeus.

Oval Plaza One of the most impressive squares of antiquity. The oval shape is unique and was chosen to harmoniously connect two axes that meet at an angle: the newer one of the Roman Cardo (the long colonnaded street) with the axis of the older Sanctuary of Zeus. The square itself with the Ionic columns was built at the beginning of the 2nd century AD. The paving was done later and was very complex, because a 6 to 8 m high substructure had to be built to compensate for a depression.

Oval Plaza. This must have been the main square and the hub of financial activities and shopping centre of the ancient roman city of Gerasa. The geometric symmetry of the oval as seen from the temple of Zeus is truly amazing. In its hay days it must have been buzzing with activity like a beehive !!

The centre-piece of the Jerash site and the most crowded spot here. It's a vast open plaza surrounded by tall columns in an oval shape. You can even see the marks of chariots and other things all around the paved stones.

Location: Jerash, Jordan  • Distance from Amman: Approximately 50 km (about a 1-hour drive) • Recommended Visit Duration: 2–3 hours  • Opening Hours: Typically from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM; hours may vary seasonally  • Admission: Tickets can be purchased on-site or online; prices vary for locals and tourists Final Thoughts The Jarash Archaeological Site offers a profound glimpse into the ancient world, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and travelers alike. Its remarkable preservation and the sheer scale of its ruins provide an unparalleled opportunity to walk through history. Whether you’re exploring the grand temples, strolling along the colonnaded streets, or attending a performance in the ancient theatre, Jerash promises an unforgettable experience.

Jerash is one of the most impressive and well-preserved Roman cities in the world. There’s plentiful parking, and before you even step through the gate, you’ll find souvenir stands, coffee spots, and cafes to relax and fuel up. The restrooms are clean, and local guides are available at the entrance if you want context as you explore. Expect to spend 1.5 to 3 hours depending on your pace. If you or a group are looking for a deeper, educational walkthrough—message me! Your Jordan Guide

Recently we visited the historical site with my team mate. really a wonderful experience. the site is spread over a huge area and almost full of tourist. The management welcome us and give us a small brief on that place and detailed a guide to complete our tour. he briefed in a good manner om all place and historical background of the area. thanks Government of Jordan and Armed Forces as well

The ancient Roman city of Jerash is an amazing archeological site situated about 45 min outside of Amman. It's a must see if you are visiting Jordan!

Amazing open space museum. The remains of amphitheater, hippodrome, central square and the Cardo street are well preserved and monumental. They make an excellent backdrop for your holiday photos. The area is big but all the trails are well marked and it is hard to lose sense of direction.Take a bottle of water with you because there are no shops and restaurants once you leave Visitor Center. You can find shady places but most areas get direct sunlight all day so wear a hat and put on suncream. Jerash and Pompey are the only places where you can see the original urban planing of the ancient Rome so don't miss an opportunity to visit.

40 mins drive from the capital .. must visit this place .. you can take a Uber from Amman and it will cost you 15 JD one side .. entry fees for non Jordanian is 10 JD .. some of the sales man will tell you about the place and will insist to take your picture from your device later they will ask for tip.. which is okay .. must visit place if you come to Jordon.. Jerash archeological site is quit big and you will need at least 3 hrs to visit each and very architecture..

It’s a tiny museum with some interesting mosaics badly displayed. With an entrance of 15 euros and thousands of people entering you would think they could improve it. Still worth a visit though if you are at the ruins

The main street of the ancient city. Cobbled with massive stone slabs, which still hold up quite well and guarded by columns. It probably looks impressive in those old days.

Cardo Maximus. Cardo is a Latin name given to North – South Streets in ancient roman cities. Cardo Maximus was the MAIN or CENTRAL North – South Street. Generally lined with tall majestic stone columns. Ancient city of Gerasa in Jerash has such a street. It runs all the way from oval Plaza in the south till the existing limit of the archaeological site in the north. It has one major crossing and three side roads. One of which meets the main entrance of Temple of Artemis. We walked along the pillared north – south main street (Cardo Maximus) from Temple of Artemis till Oval plaza and father followed ancient streets right up to Hadrian's Arch and beyond on our way to Visitors car park !! On the way came across the major crossing which had The portion of Cardo maximus through which we walked, many pillars, particularly from the right were Missing. May be they will be erected during the renovation work which is going on there.

Column lined main boulevard in Jerash ruins.

Old road north-south direction, of jerash. This is laying from oval plaza to north gate. Its amazing work by roman. Both side has many to see. Its long about 800m and wide about 5m. Both side has many coloums. Well design road with big rock on the floor. Both sides has holes to grop water at the rainy days

Very nice

Jerash is overwhelming

(Translated by Google) Here we are in the Cardo, the main street of Gerasa, which connects the oval square to the southern gate of the city, once the fulcrum of life in the city, an infinite series of columns accompany you at the edges of the road, along the way we will encounter the nymphaeum on the left. A curiosity, observe, the stones on the top of the columns are split in two, for greater stability in the event of earthquakes and have a peculiarity that they sound when they collide with each other, emitting two tones, you can try it on some of them that are on the edges, this is to warn passers-by in the event of an earthquake, to place yourself safely outside the cardo in case the columns collapse. (Original) Eccoci nel Cardo, la via principale di Gerasa, che unisce la piazza ovale alla porta sud della città, un tempo fulcro della vita in città, vi accompagnano ai margini della strada una serie infinita di colonne, lungo il percorso incontreremo il ninfeo sulla sinistra. Una curiosità, osservate, le pietre sulla sommità delle colonne sono spaccate in due, per una maggiore stabilità in caso di terremoti e hanno una particolarità suonano quando si urtano tra di loro, emettendo due tonalità, lo si può provare su alcune di esse che sono ai margini, questo per avvisare i passanti in caso di terremoto, per porsi in sicurezza al di fuori del cardo in caso crollassero le colonne.

Good Food, But Service Needs Improvement. The food quality and taste were excellent, and the prices were reasonable for what you get. However, the service needs improvement—it was slow and not very organized. Also, you need to watch the bill cause they may add dishes to your bill. If you’re looking for a better dining experience and don’t want to wait, I recommend making a reservation in advance. Otherwise, you might have to wait for a table. Overall, it is a good place for food in Jarash, but the service could be better.

Really enjoyed Um Khaleel in Jerash, stunning views, good food, and a live singer that made the whole experience even more enjoyable. A great place for a nice outing with family.

One of the finest Lebanese restaurants in Jerash with a very diverse menu of soups, salads, mezzas, barbecues, main dishes, desserts, and drinks. They have ample indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is on an upper floor. They offer shesha, thus offering smoking and non-smoking dining areas. Food is extremely tasty, and portions are generous. Extra food can be packed for takeaway. They accept cash and card. They have ample self and valet parking. During the weekend and holidays, the place can get over-booked. Thus, a reservation can come handy. They have a branch in Amman under the name “Lebanese Um Khalil”.

The best meal I had in Jordan. Not cheap, but professional chef, not like the same dishes for tourists that you see in Jordan.

like this place overall, and I think their food is good. However, the problem is that they lack consistency every time I go, the food tastes completely different. I’ve also noticed that the quality of the food depends on the day of the week. For example, on Fridays, when there aren’t many people, the food isn’t as good as it is on other days. I hope the restaurant takes this into consideration, as I’ve been a long-term customer!

Old is gold This establishment never ceases to impress Good & service is always impeccable The view too

The food taste and quality is outstanding, specially the Fatoush

Good food and service. Mint Lemonade drink was delicious. The chicken and lamb lacked flavour but were cooked well. 34 JD for two people.

Very beautiful place, great for dinning and having shisha near fountains and waterfall. Prices are good not expensive nor cheap just acceptable Food is so delicious with variety of Arabian dishes and barbeque And the place is very close to ancient city of jerash Recommend for a family picnic

They say old is gold… this is so true for this restaurant… very beautiful outdoor area, great welcoming and service… prices are on the expensive side but very acceptable because the food quality and taste was exceptional! If you are in a hurry, try the kabab sandwiches 🤤 very tasty and only for two JD Per sandwich. The greatest part is the fresh bread Highly recommended for families

We stopped their for lunch as part of out tour group itinerary. We were told we have a one of 2 choices, mixed grill plate or rice with lamb dish and the cost is US$20. For the drinks, which was a small 240ml can, they wanted US$2 for the drinks. When we asked for the menu, we were given all the excuses in the world and never got to see the menu. On top, we were told that the EFTPOS machine wasn't working and insisted on us paying cash. I am 100% sure this was part of a scam I saw another table paying by credit card and the waiter had the EFTPOS machine in his hand. If you are going to this restaurant beware of this scam. I am not going to comment on the food as, in this case, is irrelevant.

Great value at this restaurant. Got 3 mixed grills and it came with multiple salads, dips, massive homemade breads, fries, olives and pickles etc. price was half what it is at restaurants in Amman

This textured is nice located in main road and therefore equally popular with local residents and travellers/tourists. The starters with bread, salads, hummus, tahini, pickels etc are delicious. The main dish whether it is BBQ or rice delicacy is also very tasty. Above all the decor, presentation and service are outstanding.

Amazing lamb! Nice covered outdoor seating. Clean bathrooms. Mint lemonade did not disappoint. Best baba ganoush of my trip to Jordan. Pita bread is cooked in a hot rock oven. Very attentive service.

10 JD for the buffet, which was surprisingly good given the restaurant is inside a major tourist site. Good for vegetarians, lots of salad options. The crispy fried pita chips were amazing! Relaxed outdoor seating and friendly service.

Food was good, not that expensive for the location. We took the buffet, lots of options but most of the food is served cold.

This is a cheap solution: the buffet is only 10JOD pp. The buffet was rich and with plenty of choices. the restaurant is huge so it has several seating options plus a nice outside terrace. After walking all day we didn't feel like adventuring into the city to find a place to eat. This place is right next to the visitor center, basically inside the Jerash ruins. The baba ghanoush was great. Complimentary tea. The bar also makes western coffee! Bathrooms need improvements but they were kinda clean.

Very overpriced. Incredibly average food. Taking advantage of tourists. Bathrooms were terrible. Pack your own lunch or else eat elsewhere.

Had a group lunch which was pretty good

The best thing about this place is its convenient location right outside the Jerash Visitor Center—perfect for a break after exploring the ruins. The drinks were refreshing, and the outdoor seating area was pleasant. However, the food was just average and felt overpriced for the quality. It's fine if you're looking for a quick bite nearby, but not a place I’d go out of my way to dine at. Overall, it’s a decent spot for the location and a drink, but don’t expect too much from the food.

(Translated by Google) 4.1* The chicken sandwich was not very flavorful, the fries were frozen. Price 5 JOD. (Original) 4,1* Sandwich s kuřecím masem nebyl příliš ochucený, hranolky mražené. Cena 5 JOD.

Expensive and poor food

Our private tour driver brought us here. First thing we noticed was a big tour bus parked right in front and we all know what that means. We were first made to watch a staff member baking flat bread in the oven. There is a tip jar right in front but we were not forced to tip here. The restaurant dining space is huge and they would have to be to accommodate tourists. We had the option to dine inside or outside. It was a rainy day but it was dry and warm in their outdoor but covered seating area. The price of the buffet is 12 JD per person, drinks were not included. Or 14 JD per person to add a mixed bbq plate. We opted out of that. We also shared a Petra beer at 5 JD. We over heard another table ordering red wine and that was 25 JD for a bottle. The food offered were 3 kinds of dips, various salads, pastas, egg plant, yellow rice, green beans, beef patties in white sauce, chicken and for desserts consisted of tangerines, mini fried dough balls in syrup and a rice milk type pudding cake. Plus the flat bread that was seen being made. Of the items offered, we enjoyed the 3 dips, green salad, eggplants and the tangerines. We found the pastas to be unappetizing and the green beans to be salty. At 12 JD I don’t think it was worth it. When requesting the bill the staff member went over it to ensure there were no extra charges and mentioned a few times that tips were not included. My total was 29 JD and I handed over a 50 JD bill. I suggested a 4 JD tip, which was a 14% tip but the staff member suggested 6 JD instead. I disagreed and eventually he agreed.

Large hilltop restaurant with good buffet and pleasant view Place Visited for lunch, and the restaurant was quite empty despite its large size and capacity. It sits on a hill, offering a nice view over the town, and is located next to a bread factory. Staff Service was basic, handling the essentials for our group package without much interaction beyond that. Food The bread, freshly made outside the door, was very good. Inside, the buffet offered a good variety and overall quality. The chicken dish was a bit too simple, something you could easily make at home, but the dessert, small sweet balls, was excellent. Overall A pleasant lunch spot with good food variety and a lovely setting, though it feels more functional than personal.

With a capacity to serve over 1000 guests within one hour, this restaurant is a remarkable place to visit. The first thing you notice is adequate space for parking and then the friendly staff who are on hand to receive the guests. The food is good, served warm, and it's mostly an all-you-can-eat setup. I recommend this place to all visitors. In the short time I was there I met people from Poland, France, and Germany who were on a tour to Jordan.

Marvelous food and service, regional food and great dishes

Best restaurant you can eat in jordan 🇯🇴. Best service. Reasonable prices.

The most kid friendly resturant in Jordan We went there (my wife,my 7 year old kid and I) on our way back from Ajloun. We stopped there for lunch. The resturant is clean with a great view over Jeresh. They offer a lunch buffet daily for a very reasonable price (12 JD), the buffet is very decent with many choices that can suit most and the food is delicious and very well served. The most lovely thing about this place is it's staff, they are so friendly and professional esp. with kids. They do all they can to satisfy thier customers. Everything was perfect. Special thanks to our table captain ( Abu Ali & his assisstant Ibrahim) and to all the staff there not to mention the resturant manager Mr. Mohammad Al Qayyam who supervise everything by himself and make sure each customet is satisfied and have all he needs. Thank you Artemis team for the nice time & remarkable memories you offered us. Highly recommended Good value for money

We spend 10 days in Jordan and Artemis was by far one of our favorite dining experiences. The restaurant had excellent service and provided great food recommendations for our table. Everything our waiter selected was super delicious! Price came out to 80JOD for 4 of us which considering the quality of food and amount, we thought that was perfect. Would highly recommend!