When daylight spills into Petra, every color of sandstone comes alive — shades of red, pink, and gold shift with the sun’s touch.
Highlights:
The Siq and the Treasury: Walk through the 1.2-kilometer canyon where towering cliffs guide you to the iconic Treasury façade, glowing under the morning sun.
The Royal Tombs and the Monastery: Hike deeper to discover grand carvings and panoramic views that tell stories of Nabataean power and spirituality.
Local Encounters: Meet Bedouin artisans, sip tea in ancient caves, and witness daily life continuing among ancient ruins.
Experience:Petra by Day is vast, energetic, and educational — ideal for travelers who love exploration, hiking, and photography. The daylight journey captures the grandeur and scale of the Nabataean civilization.
Petra by Night: The Magic of Mood and Mystery
As daylight fades, Petra becomes a different world. The path through the Siq is lit by more than 2,000 candles, guiding visitors to the Treasury in near silence. The flickering light, the scent of sand and wax, and the sound of traditional music create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else on earth.
Highlights:
Candle-Lit Siq Walk: A meditative walk through silence and shadow, where each flame feels like a step back in time.
The Treasury Performance: A gentle blend of live music, storytelling, and light projection that brings Petra’s ancient spirit to life.
Stargazing & Reflection: With minimal artificial light, the desert sky unfolds in full — perfect for night photography or quiet contemplation.
Experience:Petra by Night is intimate, emotional, and immersive — it speaks not to the eyes alone, but to the heart.
The Perfect Combination: Day and Night
For the complete experience, see Petra both ways.By day, understand its scale and history; by night, feel its soul. The two complement each other — logic and legend, sun and candlelight.
Traveler’s Tip:Plan your day visit first, then attend Petra by Night (available on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings). This way, you’ll recognize familiar landmarks illuminated in new and poetic ways.
Two Faces of Timeless Beauty
Petra by Day tells the story of human achievement.Petra by Night tells the story of human imagination.
Together, they create an unforgettable journey — one that reminds us why Petra is not just a wonder of the world, but a wonder of the senses.
Discover both sides of the legend.Walk through history by day — dream through it by night.
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Art & Projection Mapping
17.10.25
In the heart of Jordan’s desert, where history and nature intertwine, Petra by Night invites visitors to experience one of the world’s most breathtaking archaeological sites — not just through its beauty, but through a deep respect for its environment and heritage.This isn’t only a show beneath the stars; it’s a living example of how tourism can illuminate culture without dimming nature.
Sustainability Woven into Every Candlelight
When thousands of candles line the Siq and the Treasury, the magic feels effortless — yet every flame represents thoughtful planning. The candles are made from biodegradable materials, reused, and collected each night to minimize waste.Electric or fuel-powered lighting is intentionally avoided to reduce energy use and preserve the natural darkness of the Petra valley — a rare treasure in today’s world of over-illumination.
By embracing candlelight, Petra by Night protects the night sky, allowing both visitors and local wildlife to live under the same stars the Nabataeans once admired.
Empowering the Local Community
Sustainability begins with people. The event is organized in partnership with local associations and Wadi Musa communities, ensuring that tourism revenue directly benefits the region’s families.From candle-lighting teams and artisans to local musicians and guides, Petra by Night provides employment opportunities that help preserve cultural traditions and support local livelihoods.
When you attend the show, you don’t just witness heritage — you help sustain it.
Minimal Impact, Maximum Experience
Unlike day-time visits that involve heavy movement of vehicles and large crowds, Petra by Night is built around a quiet walking experience. The absence of vehicles along the Siq ensures no air, light, or sound pollution disturbs the peace of the site or its visitors.This design honors the sanctity of Petra’s UNESCO World Heritage status and promotes an intimate connection with the site’s natural and historical environment.
Each guest’s footprint is light — literally and metaphorically.
Preserving Cultural and Natural Heritage
Petra by Night’s projection mapping and lighting systems are engineered with energy-efficient technology that minimizes power consumption while maximizing visual storytelling.The content itself — themed around Nabataean culture, water systems, and astronomy — educates visitors about the ancient community’s sustainable practices. It’s a blend of innovation and preservation, showing how modern creativity can coexist with ancient wisdom.
A Model for Responsible Tourism in Jordan
As global travelers grow more conscious of their environmental impact, Petra by Night stands as a beacon of responsible noctourism — tourism that respects nature, supports communities, and tells stories that matter.It proves that sustainable tourism isn’t about doing less; it’s about doing better — with mindfulness, artistry, and purpose.
When You Visit, You Become Part of the Change
Every candle you see, every step you take in silence, contributes to a collective effort to preserve Petra for generations to come.By choosing eco-friendly travel experiences like Petra by Night, you’re not just visiting the past — you’re shaping a sustainable future.
Experience the wonder. Respect the legacy. Travel responsibly.Discover Petra by Night — where culture, conservation, and beauty unite beneath the stars.
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12.09.25
Value you experience tonight. Impact Petra feels tomorrow.
Under the desert sky, the Treasury comes alive—stone turns into story, light becomes language. Petra by Night isn’t just an event; it’s how we protect a world treasure while empowering the people who live beside it. That’s why we price with purpose and publish it openly.
The Business of Preserving Wonder (30 JOD)
50% (15 JOD) → Government stewardship
Direct support to the authorities who safeguard Petra—site protection, visitor services, and long-term preservation of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
35% → Local community (via associations)
Funding for associations in and around Petra that champion livelihoods, youth initiatives, women-led enterprises, and cultural continuity.
20% → Operations & guest experience
The show itself: professional teams, safety and accessibility, responsible lighting, projection mapping, sound, logistics, founder rights, company operations, and continuous quality upgrades.
In other words, 75% of your ticket goes to Petra and its people. The remaining 25% ensures the experience meets the standard this place deserves.
What You Receive
A crafted, premium experience-carefully produced so the night feels intimate, respectful, and seamless.
World-class production in an ancient setting-precision projection mapping and sound designed to honor the site, not overwhelm it.
Responsible operations-capacity management, safety protocols, trained staff, and environmentally mindful practices.
What Petra Receives
Protection of a heritage icon—because a wonder of the world should be cared for with the very best standards.
Economic dignity for neighbors—your visit converts into tangible support for local associations and sustainable community participation in tourism.
Continuity—tonight’s ticket helps ensure future generations experience Petra with the same awe you feel now.
Why This Price Makes Sense
Transparent allocation: We publish the breakdown. No hidden surcharges.
High fixed costs, low margin: Heritage-grade operations in a protected site require significant investment; we keep the experience premium while keeping the community first.
Shared-value model: Your ticket funds both guardianship (government) and grassroots impact (associations). That balance is intentional—and rare.
Our Promise
Stewardship before spectacle-we enhance the night only in ways that respect the site.
Community first-25% flows through local associations, by design.
Radical transparency-if circumstances change, we’ll say so—and why.
In One Line
Your 30 JOD buys a breathtaking night-and builds Petra’s tomorrow.
Short Banner, Social Caption
“One ticket. One heritage site protected. One community empowered.”
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01.05.25
What You’ll See in the Story of Petra by Night
Discover the Story of Petra Like Never Before: A New Projection Experience at Petra by Night
This season at Petra by Night, we’re offering something truly special — a powerful new projection show that tells the story of Petra using light, sound, and holograms. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Treasury, this show brings Petra’s history to life in a magical and unforgettable way.
1. The Carving of Petra
The show begins by showing how the Nabataeans carved Petra’s buildings directly into the rock. Through creative light projections, you’ll see the process come alive, as if ancient stonemasons are carving the Treasury before your eyes.
2. The Story of King Aretas IV
We then introduce you to King Aretas IV, one of Petra’s greatest rulers. Using 3D effects and holograms, we tell the story of his leadership and how he turned Petra into a powerful and rich capital. His rule marked the golden age of the Nabataeans.
3. The History of Petra
Next, the projection takes you on a journey through Petra’s rich history. You'll see how it became a center of trade, culture, and architecture. The show highlights the many civilizations that influenced Petra, from the Nabataeans to the Romans.
4. The Great Earthquake
One dramatic part of the show recreates the powerful earthquake that damaged Petra centuries ago. With sound effects and shaking light visuals, you’ll experience the moment the city was forever changed.
5. Petra’s Amazing Water System
Finally, the show explains how the Nabataeans built a smart and advanced water system in the desert. Using animated theories, we show how they collected, stored, and moved water, a key reason Petra was able to survive and grow in such a dry area.
Art and Imagination After the Show
At the end of the show, guests can enjoy a 15-minute photo session while we display artistic versions of Petra on the Treasury. These include colorful, dream-like, and traditional styles — showing Petra not only as it was, but as it continues to inspire the world today.
23.04.25
The Art of Mapping on the Treasury – Breathing Light into Ancient Stone
Few places in the world can match the majesty of Petra. And fewer still can claim to bring its stories to life quite like the projection mapping experience on the Treasury during Petra by Night.
This is not just light on stone—it’s art on history, a dialogue between ancient craftsmanship and modern creativity. At Petra, the past doesn’t just speak—it glows.
A Global Rarity, A Local Wonder
Projection mapping has taken the world by storm—seen on castles in Europe, skyscrapers in Asia, and public art spaces across the globe. But here, in the heart of the Jordanian desert, it takes on an entirely new meaning. To project onto the Treasury (Al-Khazneh)—a 2,000-year-old façade carved into the sandstone cliffs—is not simply a technical feat. It’s an act of reverence.
Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. That makes this experience one of the only regular projection mappings in the world performed on such an ancient and sacred monument.
Telling Stories in Light
Each show is carefully crafted to celebrate Petra’s history, culture, and ingenuity. From the advanced Nabataean water systems to the city’s role as a crossroads of trade and tradition, every visual is designed to illuminate—not just the façade, but the minds and hearts of the audience.
Using precision technology, light dances across the columns and statues, recreating scenes of Nabataean kings, desert caravans, and celestial myths. The carvings come to life, almost as if whispering their stories to those who gather in awe.
Magic in Every Detail
What makes it magical is not only the contrast of modern light against ancient rock—but how naturally the two blend. The sandstone’s textures, weathered by centuries, become part of the canvas. The light wraps around each detail, respecting the structure’s integrity while enhancing its form.
As the colors shift and music fills the air, guests are transported—not just to another time, but to another way of seeing time.
More Than a Show—A Tribute
This mapping experience is not entertainment alone—it is a tribute. A tribute to the Nabataeans, to Jordan, to every soul who has walked these paths over millennia. It is created with care, permission, and purpose—to bring Petra’s legacy to new generations without ever overshadowing its soul.
And when the final light fades and the Treasury returns to darkness, visitors are left not with flashing lights, but with a quiet memory, like an ancient secret just shared.