Things to do & places to visit in Balqa Governorate, Jordan

Balqa Governorate #6 destination in Jordan 2023. The average rating score is 4.01 based on 1.228 traveler reviews, of 19 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Amman, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 3:01.

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Top things to do (20)

• Churches & Cathedrals
• Speciality & Gift Shops
• 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
• Religious Sites
• Shopping Malls
• Wine Tours & Tastings
• Beer Tastings & Tours
• Bar, Club & Pub Tours
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Taxis & Shuttles
• Hiking & Camping Tours
• Archaeology Tours
• History Museums
• Game & Entertainment Centers
• Architectural Buildings
• Historic Walking Areas
• Farmers Markets
• Spas
• Walking Tours
• Day Trips

Top destinations in Balqa Governorate 7

• Al Salt
• Al-Maghtas
• Al Rama
• Sweimeh
• Fuheis
• Juwafat al-Kafrayn
• South Shuna

Top places to visit (19 attractions)

1. 5.0 Vitalia Spa (8 reviews)
   - Valentine's weekend
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Spas
   
   
   Vitalia Spa, a full service wellness space at the Lowest Spot on Earth, the Dead Sea Jordan. Just steps away from the Dead Sea Jordan, the Vitalia Spa offers traditional spa and signature treatments in a holistic environment with ancient Arabian and Asian rituals. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Grand Bazar Jordan (1 review)
   Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops
   
   
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3. 5.0 Bait Shaker (1 review)
   - Enjoy food and activities.. the best place in Jordan
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
   
   
   One of the best places in Jordan when you can enjoy food , setting, and walking … the UTV cars activities across the nature Very professional, delicious food , excellent stuff and hospitality The place is very clean and the atmosphere is amazing highly recommended See more..
   
4. 5.0 Al-salt (1 review)
   - une ville perchée sur les montagnes environnantes
   Sunday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Walking Areas
   
   
   il s'agit d'une ville moderne qui s'accroche aux pentes des collines et montagnes qui l'entourent. Un passage au marché local change des souks surpeuplés de touristes des grandes villes. Les prix pratiqués sont abordables. Les locaux sont accueillants et aimables See more..
   
5. 4.5 Prophet Shoaib Shrine (9 reviews)
   - A great day out...
   Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   Visiting Valley of Shuayb, having a nice view of the terrace gardens in the mountains and of course, saying prayers at the mosque adjacent to the shrine of Prophet Shuayb (peace be upon him) was a great day out from Amman. Traveling through the Al-Salt city and having a very nice view of the gardens created on terraces on the mountain side is a great side and it seems people have not wasted even a foot space if it were available. Visit to the shrine of Prophet Shuayb (pbuh) was the highlight of the show. We prayed for the messenger of Allah.... the place had something about it. It was so calm, serine and peaceful. There are not many restaurants close to the tomb area so take your things along if you intend staying there for long See more..
   
6. 4.5 Prophet Joshua's Shrine (7 reviews)
   - Prophet Joshua's shrine
   Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   Prophet Joshua's Shrine ( Grave ) Located on one of the Highest Mountains in Al Salt city ... Joshua was the prophet of " Bani Isra'il " and them leader ....He is the son of " Nun " ... and the whole story will be told by " Al Shaikh " the man who is always there to look after the Grave .... which located inside the Mosque ... there is no entrance fees but you can do a donation ... See more..
   
7. 4.5 Jordan Paintball Club (6 reviews)
   - Amazing Getaway
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
   
   
   THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE GAME! Jordan Paintball Club is the first and only woodland paintball field in Jordan. Enjoy a thrilling game of strategy, daring, and skill in an open-air setting. Our field covers an area of 15000 sq meters which is also fully lit for nighttime games. Don't miss out on an opportunity of hair-raising suspense and excitement by the bucket loads and gather your friends and family for an amazing day out. At Jordan Paintball Club we guarantee you will have the best fun you've had in a very long time. Located at Mountain Breeze Lodge & Resort you can take the opportunity and enjoy a delicious relaxing meal on one of our terraces before or after the game (please note a booking is required). The resort also offers an archery range as well as a paintball target shooting range. See more..
   
8. 4.5 Al Khader Orthodox Church (4 reviews)
   - visit this old church
   Churches & Cathedrals
   
   
   Al Khader Church also known as St. George's Church is situated on a hill in Salt. This is the most visited church in Salt and it is said that miracles have occurred here, and even Muslims are allowed to pray here. The church is quite small but there are no shortage of paintings on the wall. I was the only visitor but i certainly glad i came here. See more..
   
9. 4.0 The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ (1.129 reviews)
   - Nice place, quite long walk, not on your own
   Religious Sites
   
   
   Not possible to visit on your own. Must wait for the group to be collected as well as the timing. Buses go every 30 minutes with the guide. So if you missed the bus for 2 minutes (as I did), you need to wait 28 minutes for the next one to come. It was extremely hot and required quite long to walk, what was challenging. the first stop was a small museum, after the walk to the baptismal site and than to Jordan river at the Isreali boarder. All secured, If you want you can step in to the water. Great advantage of the guide I had a chance to walk with - made the visit squeezed in time, to avoid the heath. Some time to visit a small church and buy suvenirs afterwards. See more..
   
10. 4.0 Abu Jaber Museum (32 reviews)
    - A fascinating and rich history
    Spent < 1 hour History Museums
    
    
    The Abu Jaber Museum is a great place to visit in the historic city of as-Salt. The building is beautiful and labyrinthine with its stairs and myriad rooms. One of the oldest grand houses of Jordan, from late Ottoman times, it's the perfect place to explore and learn and the history of this city and its people. There are few artifacts or furniture items on exhibit, so it does feel a little sparse, but there is a lot of information available in didactic panels and there are educational spaces for schoolkids. I learned a lot here, and will come back again soon. The tea shop was closed on this visit, but will presumably reopen in busier times. See more..
    
11. 4.0 Salt Türk Şehitliği (11 reviews)
    - Respect to The heroes Of The Ottoman State
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Its Fantastic and respectful Place where The ottomans Defended Greater Syria From The French ,british colonization occupation their defeat lead eventually to many problems WE still face in our region . So those heros Who fought and Died Knew why they were fighting and that made me feel grateful and hopeful that new heroes will be born to defend it Again . this is from national perspective While for tourists Will enjoy A lot The Gardens and decoration of the building itself and the view from above into the old city Good place for gazing and walking See more..
    
12. 4.0 Hammam Street (4 reviews)
    - Most interesting street in Salt
    Farmers Markets
    
    
    Hammam Street is probably the most interesting street in the town and a great place for photography. The street was where the market was established 140 years ago, and it is named after the baths that used to exist here (Hammam meaning bath). Nowadays it is still where the local market is held , everyday of the week, and you can see the local women purchasing their goods there. See more..
    
13. 4.0 The Harmony Trail (3 reviews)
    - Great way to see Salt
    Walking Tours
    
    
    The Harmony Trail is a walk that explores all the important sites in Salt. Takes you to the churches, mosques, museums and old buildings. You can book a guide at the Salt Information Center. See more..
    
14. 3.5 Al Salt Archaeological Museum (3 reviews)
    - Another museum to visit
    Archaeology Tours
    
    
    The museum is on the main road that rums through Salt but you should not make a special trip to see it. . I was invited in for tea by the 4 museum workers at the ticket office as i enter. Exceptionally friendly people and told me a lot about Salt town. There were pottery and as usual mosaic displayed, but not that much to see. See more..
    
15. 3.5 The Great Mosque (2 reviews)
    - Great Mosque of Salt
    Religious Sites
    
    
    You will find the Great Mosque of Salt near Abu Jaber Museum by Al Ain Plaza. I was there on a Friday, the Muslim day for worship so i did not enter the mosque, but the website says that visitors are allowed. See more..
    
16. 3.0 Mismar House (1 review)
    - One of the oldest houses in Salt
    Architectural Buildings
    Mismar House is one of several houses that can be visited on Salt Heritage Trail or the Harmony Trail and is clearly marked with a plaque. It is actually a heritage building and is available to rent for some organisations The first floor was constructed in 1820 and a second floor as added in 1900 and is one of the oldest houses in the town. See more..
    
17. 2.5 Samarah Mall (4 reviews)
    - Worth only for the toilet stop.(And a giggle at the name of the bar in basement)
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM Spent 1-2 hours Shopping Malls
    
    
    Tour Leader stopped coach at this "mall" on route from Dead Sea to Amman so we could buy Dead Sea souvenirs,buy a coffee or snack Etc. Expensive. Clean and shiny BUT. No "street"type lunch food available.No Turkish style coffee..Nothing much in the mini market in basement ,they were a little understocked.No Nuts,No pastries. One vendor on ground floor,when remark was made about prices,said that tourists were rich and could afford it! Very clean toilets earnt this place a better rating. Fun bit.Escalators only move when you approach!!weird obervation.A retaurant /bar place in basement is called "Rovers Return" and signage affixed says"Coronation Street".!i wonder how Kordanians view England!!?? See more..
    
18. 2.5 Mountain hut cafe (2 reviews)
    - Nice View
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Beer Tastings & Tours
    
    
    lovely view you better goo early before sunset to find place and don’t forget to bring jacket or scarf i will visit again . See more..
    
19. jordanie voyage (0 review)
    Bar, Club & Pub Tours • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Walking Tours • Beer Tastings & Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Wine Tours & Tastings • Day Trips
    
    
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