Food Scene
Rovers Return
King Hussein StreetDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Aqaba
Rooftop, nice view
McDonald's
Fast food, breakfast, lunch, or dinner
Al Mohandes Cafeteria
At TabariLocal falafel, hummus, chicken shwarma. Inexpensive.
Buffalo Wings & Rings - Aqaba
King Hussein StreetGood service
Alibaba Restaurant
A favorite with the locals and expats.
Burger King
Popeyes Aqaba
Pizzeria del corso
As SaadehPizza and ice cream
Sightseeing
From here arrangements can be made for camel rides, horse riding, four wheeling (ATV). 3 or 4 hour jeep tours of Wadi Rum. Hot air balloon rides.
Beit Ali Lodge Camp
Wadi Rum RoadFrom here arrangements can be made for camel rides, horse riding, four wheeling (ATV). 3 or 4 hour jeep tours of Wadi Rum. Hot air balloon rides.
Petra
Because it is one of the seven wonders of the world.
Aqaba Castle
For history and culture.
Parks & Nature
Dana Reserve
Beautiful nature reserve with wildlife and hiking trails.
You can float in the Dead Sea, as well as 2 fresh water pools. Showers, changing rooms are available onsite. Lunch buffet is served at an extra cost
Amman Beach - Dead Sea
You can float in the Dead Sea, as well as 2 fresh water pools. Showers, changing rooms are available onsite. Lunch buffet is served at an extra cost
Aqaba's Marine Park boasts some of the best coral reefs in the world. Plus you can dive to the sunken ship, cargo plane, or tank right off the coast of Aqaba.
Ahlan Aqaba Scuba Diving Center
Aqaba's Marine Park boasts some of the best coral reefs in the world. Plus you can dive to the sunken ship, cargo plane, or tank right off the coast of Aqaba.
Entertainment & Activities
Ayla Golf Club
Sandal St18 hole Greg Norman designed professional golf course. Cluhouse and golf pro onsite.
Thursday morning coffee time in the Aqua lounge inside the Kempinski hotel on the Red Sea. Locals and Expats meet every Thursday from 10 - 11:30 to meet new people and socialize.
Kempinski Hotel Aqaba Red Sea
King Hussein StreetThursday morning coffee time in the Aqua lounge inside the Kempinski hotel on the Red Sea. Locals and Expats meet every Thursday from 10 - 11:30 to meet new people and socialize.
Shopping
Souk by the Sea
Local crafts from jewelry to hand made soaps, and other fascinating items.