Rainbow Street is Amman’s café and gallery strip, a leafy slope of old villas, rooftop terraces and lively evenings, and it is where this small-group walk begins. Over about three hours the guide takes you through the neighborhood and on into other parts of the city, stopping at local counters and family-run places for the dishes Jordanians actually eat: hummus, falafel and ful, grilled meats, fresh bread and sweets. The walk starts at five in the afternoon, so you catch the light change over the hills and the evening crowds arrive, and dinner is part of the price, so you can arrive hungry and skip your own plans. A local guide explains the dishes, the etiquette of sharing, and the stories behind the places you pass, which makes it as useful for orientation as for eating.
How it works
You meet your guide by the park benches at the entrance to Rainbow Street, outside the Amman Food Tours base, and the tour ends back at the same place. The first hour is on Rainbow Street itself, with the second and third hours taking you into other parts of Amman. Dinner and gratuities are included, and free cancellation is offered up to twenty-four hours before the start, which gives you flexibility.
Who it suits
First-time visitors who want to know what to order, solo travelers who like company at a table, and anyone short on time who wants a lot of food in one evening. It is walking-based, so wear comfortable shoes. If you have dietary needs, tell the operator when you book so the stops can be adjusted.
Making the most of it
Arrive a little hungry but not starving, since the portions add up. Save a Downtown souk wander and the Roman Theatre for another day, then use what you learned to order confidently at the counters. Local cooking classes are also run in Amman for those who want to learn the dishes, but a guided walk is the quickest introduction.
What to expect
The experience
A guided small-group walking food tour with several tastings and dinner included.
Best time
It starts at five in the afternoon, so you see the city change from day to evening.
How long
About three hours, starting and ending on Rainbow Street.
Tips
Wear comfortable shoes, arrive hungry, and tell the operator about dietary needs when booking.
Quick picks
- Best for
- First-time visitors who want to eat well and learn what to order.
- Families
- Best for older children and teens who enjoy trying new food and can walk for three hours.
- Couples
- A relaxed, social way to spend an evening with dinner included.
- Pair with
- A morning at the Citadel and Roman Theatre.
- Time needed
- Three hours in the evening.
Good questions
Where does the Amman food tour start?+
At the entrance to Rainbow Street, by the park benches, near the operator’s base. The tour ends back at the same spot.
Is dinner included?+
Yes, dinner and gratuities are part of the price. Tell the operator about any dietary needs when you book.
How long is the tour?+
About three hours, starting at five in the afternoon. The first hour is on Rainbow Street and the rest elsewhere in Amman.
Can I cancel?+
Free cancellation is offered up to twenty-four hours before the start. Check the booking page for the current terms.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?+
Jordanian cooking has plenty of vegetarian dishes such as hummus, ful and falafel. Let the operator know when you book so they can adjust the stops.
