Discover the Heart of Madaba at the Visitors Center

Getting There

• Bus

  From the center of Amman, head to the Abdali Bus Station. Look for the buses marked for Madaba. They run frequently throughout the day. Once on the bus, enjoy the scenic ride, which takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Ask the driver to let you know when you reach Madaba. When you arrive in Madaba, you can walk to the Madaba Visitors Center, which is located about 1 km from the bus stop. Head southwest on King Abdullah II Street, turn left onto Abu Bakr As-Siddiq Street, and continue until you reach the Visitors Center.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi from your location in Amman to Madaba. You can hail a taxi on the street or use a ride-hailing app. The taxi ride will take approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic. Be sure to tell the driver your destination: 'Madaba Visitors Center, Abu Bakr As-Siddiq.' It's a well-known location, so the driver should be familiar with it.

• Shared Taxi (Service Taxi)

  You can also take a shared taxi, known locally as a 'service taxi.' Head to the service taxi station at the intersection of Al-Malek Abdullah Street and Al-Sharif Al-Hashim Street in central Amman. Look for the shared taxi heading to Madaba. These taxis usually leave when they are full, and the journey takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive in Madaba, walk to the Madaba Visitors Center by heading southwest on King Abdullah II Street and then turning left onto Abu Bakr As-Siddiq Street.