Aqaba
JordanJO
City in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
Aqābaʾ is the only coastal city in Jordan and the largest and most populous city on the Gulf of Aqaba. Situated in southernmost Jordan, Aqaba is the administrative center of the Aqaba Governorate. The city had a population of 148,398 in 2015 and a land area of 375 square kilometres (144.8 sq mi). Aqaba has significant trade and tourism. The Port of Aqaba also serves other countries in the region.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 80,059
- Coordinates
- 29.527, 35.008
- Timezone
- Asia/Amman
- Elevation
- 6 m
Overview of Aqaba
Aqaba is the kind of medium-sized town you find in Jordan. Around 80,059 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. The local offer centres on nature, culture and water sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Aqaba
Nature in Aqaba
(20)Nature lovers get Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. It is a direct read of Aqaba's activity profile. There are 20 tagged experiences in this group.
Culture in Aqaba
(18)Culture in Aqaba covers Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. Counting everything, 18 activities fall under this heading. This reflects only what is documented for Aqaba.
Water Sports in Aqaba
(18)Looking for water sports? Aqaba has Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing, Kayaking and Kiteboarding. The category holds 18 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Aqaba.
Sports in Aqaba
(14)The sports shortlist for Aqaba: Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails. It is a direct read of Aqaba's activity profile. There are 14 tagged experiences in this group.
Adventure in Aqaba
(12)For adventure, expect Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. The category holds 12 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Aqaba.
Nightlife in Aqaba
(10)Nightlife in Aqaba covers Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events. The category holds 10 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Aqaba.
Wellness in Aqaba
(7)On the wellness side, Aqaba offers Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Aqaba. 7 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Family in Aqaba
(4)Under family, Aqaba is tagged with Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Aqaba.
Shopping in Aqaba
(2)Shopping in Aqaba covers Food and Shopping. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Aqaba.
More to do in Aqaba
(2)The other activities shortlist for Aqaba: Fishing and Secret. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Aqaba. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Aqaba
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Aqaba is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Asia/Amman on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Aqaba that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Aqaba known for?
- Travellers associate Aqaba with nature, culture and water sports. It sits in Jordan and counts about 80,059 residents.
- What can you do in Aqaba?
- Aqaba is tagged with Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Aqaba?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Aqaba located?
- Aqaba belongs to Jordan, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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