Irbid

Irbid is a city in northern Jordan, some 88 kilometers north of the capital Amman.

Irbid Halal Travel Guide

The main industrial and administrative centre in the north of the kingdom, Irbid is home to the Yarmouk University and the Jordan University of Science and Technology and a good range of services, making it a staging point for exploration further afield to Umm Qais (Gadara), Pella (Jordan) | Pella and other nearby sites within the region.

Archaeological evidence reveals that Irbid has been settled since the Bronze Age. During the Roman period, Irbid was known as Arabella. The city's ancient past now lies hidden beneath modern roads and buildings.

Travel to Irbid

In Irbid, almost all means of road transportation arrive at Amman Jadeed Transport Terminal GPS 32.535180,35.869696}}. Once there, you can hire a cab or local bus to anywhere in Irbid.

The JETT Transit Station GPS 32.533362,35.869428 is just south from here.

Travel on a Bus in Irbid

To get to Irbid you have to start out from (Tabrbor) Transport Terminal in Amman. Buses to Irbid cost from 1 Jordan#Money|JD. From the same terminal and the more comfortable coaches run by Hijazi Buses Co. cost 2.10 JD and are more direct as they do not stop between Amman and Irbid.

Best way to travel in Irbid by a Taxi

Ordinary cabs, recognized by their yellow or beige colour, are more expensive. But many of them have air conditioning, so they might be worth a try in the summertime.

How to get around in Irbid

You can get anywhere in Irbid by taking one of the many yellow or beige coloured taxi cabs. Unlike in Amman, in Irbid it is common for a taxi to use the meter, even if you insist. Taxi rides in Irbid will typically be a set cost in increments of 0.5 JD, and you should negotiate the price before you depart. You can also take a "service" taxi or a bus, which have scheduled routes and can drop you off on the way. Ask the local residents about the routes, because a) there are no regular departure time tables, and b) buses and taxi cabs wait up to take enough passengers in before taking off. You should not pay more than 0.20 JD

What to see in Irbid

There is not much to see in the town of Irbid, but from there you can go on and visit several ancient sites around the city.

• Irbid Citadel 32.558661, 35.847400 right in the centre Opening Hours: 08:00-19:00

• St. George Latin Church 32.558977, 35.842862 west of the fortress ☎ +962 2 727 2314
• Clock Tower - 32.555881, 35.849301 south of the fortress

• Museum of Jordanian Heritage - Yarmouk University 32.535681, 35.853782 driving from Amman, turn left at the roundabout by the stadium and then right after 500 m (around the stadium), and you will see an entrance about 500 m on the left, with a museum sign. Check in with the officers at the gate and they will direct you to the museum, which is part of the University's Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology. ☎ +962 27211111 Yarmouk University campus - considered by many the finest archeological museum in the nation, designed in partnership with the German government.
• Natural History Museum Yarmouk University also inside the university and the museum is located in the green hangar #23. Opening Hours: Daily 10:00-17:00/15:00 winter/summer Exhibits Jordanian fauna and flora. Worth a visit.

• Irbid Archaeological Museum - Dar As-Saraya - Department of Antiquities building, Al-Ma'amun Street 32.557811, 35.848022 ☎ +962 2 724 5613 Opening Hours: Saturday - Thursday08:00-14:00

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Irbid

The town's landmark thoroughfare is University Street, with restaurants, shops, and boutiques. The street is also known for its myriad of internet cafes, for which reason Irbid boasts an appropriate entry in the Guinness Book of World Records. Most cafes and coffee shops serve shisha (hookah), for 1.50 JD.

There are many schools and colleges in the Irbid area, including Al-Yarmouk University and Jordan University of Science and Technology. Students are mainly of Arabic background; there are also many American and Malaysian students.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Irbid

There are many shops in Irbid, especially on University Street and the streets nearby, selling souvenirs, jewelry, and clothing. For international brands and souvenirs Amman is the better choice.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Try Al-Manqal, on University street, which serves decent grills and the usual Middle Eastern fare. You can also try Arabella and Al-Saadi. All of these serve the usual Middle Eastern grills, Rice, hummus, and tabbulah. They're relatively cheap, especially for western visitors.

You will find all kinds of Arabic food to enjoy. If you want to eat like the local residents, buy felafel sandwiches or hummus from one of the numerous small delicatessen shops. There are also many shawarma restaurants. All of these are very cheap: Shawarma sandwich: 60 piasters; felafel sandwich: 20 piasters; hummus dish to go: 40 piasters.

Finally, McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant) is close to University Street Roundabout and Yarmouk University. For fast food and there are also Quick Burger, Burger King (Please do not support Burger King as Burger King supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant), Pizzas Hut, Popeye's and other places, all on University Street.

If you're looking for something in particular to eat, ask the local residents where you can find a food establishment that serves it.

• Lukmeh Haniyyeh Rateb Al Batayna Street, Across from Plateen Pharmacy when entering Irbid on the road from Amman (Sharia’a Al Hus’n), drive until you reach the fourth traffic light (at McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant)) and turn right. Continue straight and you will see the Irbid Chamber of Commerce on your right, and Lumeh Haniyyeh will be thirty meters beyond that on your left (across the street from Plateen Pharmacy) ☎ +962 799671611, +962 775487959 Opening Hours: Daily 08:30-16:00 Starters: 0.10-1.50 JD Lukmeh Haniyyeh (Delicious Bite) serves up Jordanian classics ranging from a set menu of starters and mua’janat (appetizer pastries) and halouiat (sweets) to a rotating menu of daily specials such as maftool and maqlooba. Even better, it serves a good cause. The kitchen was started by Microfund for Women in partnership with USAID. MFW took under-served women that previously made food products out of their homes, provided them with relevant trainings, and then gave them a kitchen. The food is available to carry out, order by phone or eat in, and all proceeds support the financial empowerment of local women.

There are no pubs or bars in Irbid. You can, however, find numerous stores in downtown Irbid. These are mainly Christian-run enterprises, open to everyone, and they sell both domestic and international and at reasonable prices (although you should always ask about prices before buying).

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Irbid

Irbid - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Irbid, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Irbid. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Irbid and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Irbid. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Irbid. Key components include:

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Irbid, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Irbid, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Irbid without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Irbid is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Irbid.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Irbid Plaza Hotel - University Street 32.531976, 35.851964 Right at the junction of University and Pr. Muhammad Street ☎ +962 2 724 7043 Double 37 JD Rated higher than Al-Joud/Joude, though not high end.

• Al-Joud Hotel - Joude Hotel | Al Jamaa Street 32.539944, 35.849483 ☎ +962 2 727 5515 Double 50 JD This hotel is most frequented by western visitors, close to University Street "circle". Always agree on prices before checking in. Many Israeli settler settlers and Israeli settler Arabs use the hotel. For security reasons, a police guard has been posted there recently. Prices are relatively reasonable; so, if you can afford it, go ahead and check in because you won't find alternatives of the same standard in Irbid.

The hotels in the downtown area are old but cheaper than Al-Joud. The downtown, typically Levantine, boasts old buildings and it's noisy from the nearby traffic and people enjoying the night out.

Travel Next

To get to the following sites, either take service buses or taxis. Taxi fare shouldn't exceed 10 JD.

• Jerash (and the Islamic Ajlun (Ajloun) Castle) — An ancient Roman City, and besides Petra and Wadi Rum and the most famous site in Jordan.
• Umm Qais — A town north, almost 20 minutes from Irbid, is a Roman perioid settlement, close to the ruins of the ancient Gadara. Best reached by (rental) vehicle or taxi.
• Pella_(Jordan) | Pella – Ancient ruins.

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