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The Top 10 Caves in Jordan

Looking to visit a cave in Jordan on your next adventure? To help you better plan your next outdoor experience, we’ve collected Jordan’s 10

best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.

Last updated: November 1, 2025

Royal Tombs of Petra

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Impressive royal tombs in ancient caves.

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Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)

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'Siq al-Barid' (Cold Gorge), also known as 'Little Petra', is located approximately 6 km north of ancient Petra. The buildings, carved into rocks, were probably built at the height of …

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Tomb of the Roman Soldier

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The tomb is freely accessible and surprisingly well preserved.

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Corinthian Tomb

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One of the four famous Tombs of the Kings, located to the right of the main path.
The upper part of this tomb resembles the treasury but is badly damaged …

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Bab al‑Siq Tombs

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Three massive blocks on the rock that gave entrance to the canyon

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Silk Tomb (Petra)

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One of the four famous Tombs of the Kings, located to the right of the main path.
This tomb is notable for the different colored layers of rock.

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Urn Tomb, Petra

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The “Temple Above the Cave Rooms” was carved out of the sandstone rock and is probably a temple or a chapel. The two free-standing columns and corner pillars are remarkable. …

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Early Bronze Age Cave, Bâb edh-Dhrâ', Jordan

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The early Bronze Age I tombs and burials of Bâb edh-Dhrâ', Jordan.

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Iraq Al-Amir

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Iraq Al-Amir is famous for its ancient caves and the historic Qasr Al-Abd castle dating back to the 2nd century B.C. The impressive landscape and archaeological sites make the city …

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Qabla Archaeological Site

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The Jordan Trail passes along the ruins of Qabla, a small archeological site. You can explore the remains of houses and quarries as well as some caves.

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The Top 10 Caves in Jordan

Royal Tombs of Petra

Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)

Tomb of the Roman Soldier

Corinthian Tomb

Bab al‑Siq Tombs

Silk Tomb (Petra)

Urn Tomb, Petra

Early Bronze Age Cave, Bâb edh-Dhrâ', Jordan

Iraq Al-Amir

Qabla Archaeological Site

Other adventures in Jordan

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