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Things to see in Irbid (Jordan): 21 places and when to go
Irbid is a city in Jordan with around 650,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Hiking (5), Nature (3). The best known are Ajloun Castle, Gadara and Abila. The best time to come is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 52. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Jordan · 32.55, 35.85
- Population
- About 650,000
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Hiking (5) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (3) · Museums and art (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- March to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to February, June and September.
- Nearest airport
- AMM Amman, 93 km as the crow flies
What to see in Irbid
The places in and around Irbid, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Ajloun CastleFortified building in Jordan28 km
- GadaraArchaeological site in Jordan, former city of the ancient Decapolis20 km
- AbilaAncient city15 km
- Temple of Artemis, JerashRoman temple in Jerash, Jordan30 km
- Tell Mar EliasHill in Jordan24 km
- Ajloun Forest ReserveForest reserve in Jordan21 km
- Tall Zira'aArchaeological site in Jordan20 km
- Tell Abu al-KharazArcheological site in Jordan29 km
- Umm Qais MuseumMuseum in Umm Qais20 km
- Ein SukkotNature35 km
- MacellumArchaeological site30 km
- Synagogue-Church at GerasaChurch in Jordan30 km
- Yarmouk Forest ReserveForest reserve in Jordan19 km
- Birketayn Roman BathsArchaeological site28 km
- Crocodile FarmWith kids · Wildlife23 km
- JT 101Hiking20 km
- JT 102Hiking20 km
- JT 103Hiking18 km
- JT 104Hiking23 km
- North theatre in GadaraRoman theatre20 km
- Valley of Springs TrailHiking27 km
When to go to Irbid
The best time to visit Irbid is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:05
- FebPossible10:51
- MarBest time11:46
- AprBest time12:49
- MayBest time13:40
- JunPossible14:08
- JulBetter not13:57
- AugBetter not13:12
- SepPossible12:11
- OctBest time11:10
- NovBest time10:18
- DecPossible9:52
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 52. In April, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to Jordan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Irbid
The nearest main airport is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM, Amman), 93 km as the crow flies. How to get around Jordan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- As-Salt22 places58 km
- Amman33 places67 km
- Madaba6 places93 km
- Al-Karak13 places153 km
- Tafilah14 places193 km
- Aqaba14 places344 km
And all of Jordan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Irbid?
The best known: Ajloun Castle, Gadara, Abila, Temple of Artemis, Jerash, Tell Mar Elias. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Irbid?
March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 52.
How do you get to Irbid?
The nearest main airport is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), 93 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Irbid as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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