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As-Salt Archaeological Museum

Tourist attraction Archaeological museum

👍 A must visit in Alsalt city, there are many rich historic information about Alsalt and around! People often mention museum, visit,


Address

2PQH+8J5, As-Salt, Jordan

Website

alghad.com

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (533 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 6 pm

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  • 4/5 Rahma H. 1 year ago on Google
    A must visit in Alsalt city, there are many rich historic information about Alsalt and around!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tourist G. 1 year ago on Google
    This 100 years old, Big, historical, beautiful building was a house for TOWQAN طوقان family. The building itself is a history and deserve to be seen. Located in high land in the old part of SALT overview the old streets and a beautiful well maintained park. I adore the yellow stones of the building wich match with the surrounding old beautiful buildings.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ahmad W. 4 years ago on Google
    A very wonderful museum, despite the small size of the place, but it contains very rare pieces show the depth of history witnessed in the region of the diversity of civilizations with a lot of heritage inherited by generations to remain a witness to the heritage of this place.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 steve&alfie 5 months ago on Google
    Not a great deal to see but cheap entry
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Minch 2 years ago on Google
    Clean and well maintained. The section in museum is seggregated as temple, death & burials etc Information about artefacts are given. So you don't need a guide. Overall the museum is an old house converted. Not so big. Jordan pass is accepted. In the center of the city. Easily reachable. Need to park on the road. There are washrooms in first floor.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aya B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautifully designed museum. One of the best I have been to without being bored and running out. It is quite impressive in terms of design and showcasing. The tools they show that our ancestors used for daily chores and how that has evolved to what we know today made is so relatable. As it was previously a house for one of the oldest families in salt, the stones the house is made of and their cooling effect makes you understand why they didn’t require fans or air conditioning yet makes you wonder how on earth did they stay warm during winter. Definitely worth a visit and no entry fees
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ‫الحَلاج �. 1 year ago on Google
    Informative signs in english and Arabic about all aspects of the history of as-salt city. quiet although it’s almost in the center. *Elevator is creepy and very slow and it only reaches one floor and it takes ages
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raneen N. 2 years ago on Google
    Very interesting museum, cozy place, the staff are kind. You can find Arabic and English interpretation signs.

  • 5/5 Jesús D. 4 years ago on Google
    The as-Salt Archaeological Museum showcases in an atmospheric Ottoman era heritage building a very attractive selection of artifacts from archaeological sites located in the al-Balqa' district of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The museum curator and staff are very helpful going the extra mile to make the visit a pleasant affair. The artifacts are very attractive indeed and are presented chronologically from the Stone Age all the way to the Ottoman Period. Among the items displayed, it bears mentioning a 3,500 year old clay tablet from the Jordan Valley written in an indecipherable script. There are very good informative panels and the showcased items are well labeled. There are two floors (access by stairs only) with a total of 4 galleries. A visit to as-Salt is not complete without a visit to its archaeological museum. The entry fee is just 2 JOD. It is highly recommended due to its quality, value, friendly staff and central location (walking distance from intercity bus station).

  • 4/5 Matteo A. 2 years ago on Google
    Simple museum, nice to visit of your there

  • 5/5 CMF 4 years ago on Google
    This museum is situated on a main street, the building is a good example of 19th century Ottoman architecture & a delight to explore. Entry is free with the Jordan pass, the staff are friendly & helpful. The two storey museum houses some rare treasures of glass & pottery, comprehensive information boards throughout tell the history of the Jordan Valley. A most enjoyable visit.

  • 5/5 Arwa A. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing meusem filled with hidden spots , i liked its sunny internal yard

  • 5/5 Ayat K. 1 year ago on Google
    You should visit it when you visit Al Salt

  • 5/5 Jackie Y. 9 months ago on Google
    An eye opening experience..

  • 5/5 Laith H. 1 year ago on Google
    Unique experience. Must see!

  • 5/5 Des P. 5 months ago on Google
    Really enjoyed this. Made even better by meeting one of the helpful guides there, Fatima. She was very kind and gave me some extra insights on what to see in the area.

  • 5/5 aj w. 6 months ago on Google
    Wonderful museum, carefully curated with a nice little cafe- great way to spend a few hours in this charming and welcoming town. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 aghareed h. 1 year ago on Google
    Ticket is 25 piasters for Jordanians, place is nice and informative!


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