Petra Museum

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(300) · History museum in Petra - Wadi Musa, Jordan
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The Old Petra Museum is one of the archaeological museums in the city of Petra, Jordan. It is located inside the natural rock within one of the …

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Apr 14, 2025
Very cool small museum that gives fascinating overview of local history and will better prepare you for understanding this unique archaeological wonder. Well done exhibits and signage. Highly recomme…Full review by Greg G
Feb 17, 2025
Our visit to the Petra Museum was a highlight of our trip, offering a captivating glimpse into the rich heritage of the Nabataean civilization. The museum’s well-curated exhibits feature intricate po…Full review by JohnsJournal
Nov 26, 2024
A well maintained museum with imaginatively displayed artefacts. It is free to enter and, if possible, you be seen before actually going to see the ruins themselves as there is an explanation as to w…Full review by 857geoffh
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Established:1963

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Q:
Salve,per visitare da sola solo il museo egizio quanto tempo mi ci vorrà all'incirca...poi è possibile una radioguida in italiano?
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The museum (it's not an egyptian museum) it's small, so you'll can visit it in less than an hour.
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Answer by zuv · Jul 17, 2023
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Do you sell books about the Nabatean history and culture? Why does not your email address work?
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I don't recall seeing anything for sale in the museum. Also, it's Jordan. Getting a reply from an email address at an attraction is highly unlikely.
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Answer by Val P · Jun 23, 2018
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