Experience the magic of Petra illuminated by more than 1,500 candles in one of Jordan’s most enchanting evening spectacles. As darkness falls, visitors walk quietly through the ancient Siq canyon, where hundreds of flickering candles line the path and illuminate the towering sandstone walls, creating an atmosphere of mystery and wonder.
At the end of the Siq, the path opens onto the magnificent Treasury (Al-Khazneh) — Petra’s most iconic monument. Surrounded by candlelight and the dramatic beauty of the ancient façade, the setting reveals the monument in a uniquely atmospheric way beneath the desert night sky.
The experience continues with a carefully designed sound and light presentation, where music, storytelling, and subtle visual projections bring Petra’s 2,000-year history to life. The narration highlights the Nabataean civilization, revealing the intricate carvings and remarkable architectural achievements that make Petra one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological sites.
Petra by Night operates from Sunday through Thursday evenings and typically lasts around two hours. While this is a shared experience rather than a private visit, it offers a completely different perspective of Petra and beautifully complements a daytime exploration of the site.
For many travelers, this atmospheric evening experience becomes one of the most memorable moments of their journey through Jordan.
Choose from a selection of Petra by Night experiences, offering a magical way to discover the ancient city after dark. As evening falls, follow a candlelit path through the Siq canyon toward the magnificent Treasury (Al-Khazneh), where Petra reveals a completely different atmosphere beneath the desert night sky.
With the soft glow of more than 1,500 candles and a captivating sound and light presentation, Petra’s remarkable history and architecture come to life — creating an unforgettable perspective of one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological wonders in Jordan.
