About Northern Jordan
Northern Jordan offers Jerash, Ajloun, greener landscapes, and a broader heritage-focused regional travel experience.
Best time to visit: March to May and September to November
Cities & Towns in Northern Jordan
Jerash
Among the best-preserved Roman provincial cities in the world—colonnaded streets and oval plazas north of Amman.
Top attractions: Hadrian’s Arch, Oval Plaza
Irbid
Northern Jordan university hub—compare hotels in Irbid near Yarmouk University and University Street, the city centre, Umm Qais and Pella day trips, Ajloun routes, and Yarmouk Valley access.
Top attractions: Yarmouk University, Dar Al Saraya Museum
Ajloun
Green hills below Ajloun Castle—cooler microclimate, hiking, and a quieter counterpoint to Amman.
Top attractions: Ajloun Castle, Forest reserves