Petra by Night at a glance
Petra by Night is an evening walk from the visitor center through the Siq to the square in front of Al Khazneh, the Treasury. Candles line the path, and music and a narrated program play at the facade. Since May 2025 the show also uses projections on the facade.
Since 13 September 2026 it runs again from Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday are not regular show days. The evening ticket is separate from your day entry, and you need both.
Our pick: Petra by Night from Amman
If you are not staying in Wadi Musa, this private ride brings you to the candlelit evening and back.
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Petra tours to the Treasury
Guided visits and day trips to the Treasury, with live prices and availability. The evening ticket itself is bought on site.
Petra by Night and a day visit compared
Two different tickets for the same square.
| Petra by Night | Day visit | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | Sunday to Thursday | Every day |
| Hours | 20:30–22:30 | 06:30–17:00 in winter, ticket terms 06:00–16:00 |
| Price, 2026 | JOD 30 per person | JOD 50 for 1 day with an overnight in Jordan, JOD 90 without |
| Children | Under 10 free | Under 12 free |
| Where to buy | In person at the visitor center on the day | Visitor center or the Petra pass portal |
| In the Jordan Pass | No | Yes, 1 to 3 Petra days by package |
The evening ticket does not give you day entry, and day entry or a Jordan Pass does not cover the evening. For most visitors, the best combination is a day visit for the facade in daylight and the evening show on the same trip, if your stay allows it. If you only have one evening, the show is the way to see the Treasury lit by candles, but the Siq is in the dark and you see little of the rest of Petra.
How the evening works
Tickets, check-in and the walk.
Buying the ticket
Tickets are sold in person on the day at the office at the visitor center. There is no online or advance booking. The kiosk is open from 09:00 to 20:30, except on Friday and Saturday, and check-in starts at 20:15. Bring your valid Petra day ticket or Jordan Pass.
The walk
The route follows the Siq, a sandstone gorge a little over 1.2 km long, to the Treasury. In the dark the ground is uneven, so wear sturdy shoes and go slowly. The Siq guide describes the daytime route.
At the Treasury
You gather in front of the facade for music and the narrated, projected program. About 1,500 to 2,000 candles light the way. For the facade in daylight see the facade guide.
Rules
Flash and drones are not allowed. Do not smoke and do not carry open flames. When the show ends, do not stay behind at the square.
Getting there and back
The walk in and out is part of the 2 hours. A small number of club cars is available for older or disabled visitors. Up to 3 outside cars are available per evening, depending on availability, and the show operator does not control them. Treat it as help on the night, not as a guaranteed transfer.
Do not stay in the park or wait at the Treasury after closing. Staying in Petra after closing time can lead to arrest and prosecution. A hotel in Wadi Musa near the entrance saves a long ride back. One resort sits opposite the historic entrance, 50 m from the visitor center. See where to stay for the options.
Evenings can be cancelled in bad weather. Two nights in December 2025 were called off for that reason, so keep a spare evening if you can. More on the evening and on Petra as a whole is on visitpetra.org.
Who the evening suits
A few practical points before you decide.
If you have a free evening
Sunday to Thursday is the window. Arrive at the visitor center in time for check-in at 20:15, since the show starts at 20:30. The evening takes about 2 hours including the walk there and back.
If you travel with children
Children under 10 go free, which makes it cheaper for families than a second day ticket. The ground is uneven in the dark, so keep younger children close.
If you take photos
Flash and drones are not allowed. Candlelight is low light, so use your camera or phone settings for the dark rather than a flash.
If walking is hard
Ask at the office about the club cars when you buy the ticket. There are only 3 outside cars per evening, and they go first to older and disabled visitors.
Plan the rest of your visit
Tickets, safety and the season.
Petra by Night: frequently asked questions
How much is Petra by Night?
The evening ticket is JOD 30 per person in 2026. Children under 10 go free. It is separate from your Petra day entry.
Which nights does Petra by Night run?
Sunday to Thursday, since 13 September 2026. Friday and Saturday are not regular show days.
Can I book Petra by Night online?
You cannot book online or in advance. You buy the ticket in person at the office at the visitor center on the day.
Is Petra by Night included in the Jordan Pass?
No. The pass and the day ticket do not include the evening, and the evening ticket gives no day entry. You need a valid Petra day ticket or Jordan Pass in addition.
Is it only candles and flute music?
Not any more. Since May 2025 the program has projections on the facade and a narrated part. The candle path through the Siq and the music in front of the Treasury remain.
Is this an official site?
No. This is an independent guide to Al Khazneh. It does not sell the evening tickets and is not run by the show operator or the Petra authorities.