Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide

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About this activity

Discover Madaba Beyond the Postcard.

Madaba is one of the Middle East's most remarkable living museums and this intimate 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide brings its extraordinary story to life. Walk through 2,000 years of history as you visit St. George's Church — home to the world-famous 6th century Byzantine Mosaic Map of the Holy Land — the Madaba Archaeological Park, the Archaeological Museum and the magnificent Shrine of St. John the Baptist. Climb the bell tower for rare panoramic views over the ancient rooftops of Madaba that most visitors never get to see. Along the way your local guide will take you off the beaten path — through bustling bazaars, past hidden gems and into authentic encounters with local life and traditions that no guidebook can offer. The tour is completely flexible and designed entirely around you — stop whenever you like, ask questions freely and let curiosity lead the way. This is Madaba the way locals truly experience it every day.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Jordanizer

Ages: Adults (13–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Food samples
Included: Bottled Water
Included: Private Local Guide
Included: Customizable Itinerary

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to churches in the city
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Personal Expenses

Itinerary

St. George's Church

20 min Admission not included

Your first stop is the world-famous St. George’s Church, home to the Madaba Mosaic Map, the oldest surviving map of the Holy Land, dating back to the 6th century. Your guide will explain the map's significance in Christian history and its detailed depictions of Jerusalem and other biblical sites.
Madaba Archaeological Park

20 min

Continue to the Madaba Archaeological Park, where you’ll encounter ancient mosaics from different periods, including the remains of churches, houses, and streets from the Byzantine era. Key highlights include mosaics from the Church of the Virgin Mary and the Hippolytus Hall.
Madaba Archaeological Museum

20 min Admission not included

Visit the Madaba Museum to dive deeper into the city’s history. Here, you’ll see a collection of artifacts from the Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic periods, providing a broader understanding of the cultural evolution of Madaba.
St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

20 min Admission not included

End your tour with a visit to the Shrine of St. John the Baptist, an impressive 19th-century Catholic church. Ascend the bell tower for panoramic views of the city and explore the underground crypt believed to house relics related to St. John the Baptist.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you in the Peace square opposite St George's Greek Orthodox Church. The guide will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour to confirm the exact meeting time and location details. Please provide a valid WhatsApp number.

End point

Your guide will meet you in the Peace square opposite St George's Greek Orthodox Church. The guide will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour to confirm the exact meeting time and location details. Please provide a valid WhatsApp number.