Is the Petra by Night show worth it?

It is very crowded and detracts from the solitude of the site. Skip it and focus on getting a full day of daylight exploration instead.

Can I use a drone to film Petra?

No. Drones are strictly prohibited in Jordan and will be confiscated at the border or site entrance.

Petra in One Day: Beating the Crowds

Arrive at the Petra Visitor Center at 5:45 AM to be first in line when the gates open at 6:00 AM. Walking the Siq early allows you to reach the Treasury before the tour bus groups arrive around 9:00 AM.

Buy your ticket in advance. Purchase the Jordan Pass online before you land in Jordan. It covers your visa fee and Petra entrance, saving you time at the entrance ticket booth.
Start at dawn. Be at the gate at 5:45 AM. The site opens at 6:00 AM. You will have the walk through the Siq almost entirely to yourself.
Prioritize the Treasury. Walk directly to the Treasury (Al-Khazneh) first. Take your photos immediately. By 8:30 AM, this area will be packed with groups.
Hike to the Monastery early. Skip the shops in the main basin and head straight for the 800-step climb to the Monastery (Ad Deir) while the temperatures are still cool and the path is empty.

Is the Petra by Night show worth it?: It is very crowded and detracts from the solitude of the site. Skip it and focus on getting a full day of daylight exploration instead.
Can I use a drone to film Petra?: No. Drones are strictly prohibited in Jordan and will be confiscated at the border or site entrance.