Must-see attractions in Madaba

  • Interior of Greek Orthodox Basilica of St George with the mosaic map of Holy Land in Madaba, Jordan.

    St George’s Church & Mosaic Map

    Madaba

    This rather modest 19th-century Greek Orthodox church houses a treasure of early Christianity. Imagine the excitement in 1884 when Christian builders came…

  • Mosaic in the Church of the Apostles in Madaba, Jordan.

    Church of the Apostles

    Madaba

    This insignificant-looking church contains a remarkable mosaic dedicated to the Twelve Apostles. The embroidery-like mosaic was created in AD 568 and is…

  • Archaeological Park II

    Madaba

    Walkways lead around the ruins of this late-6th-century luxury private mansion, destroyed by fire and earthquake around 749. The walkways offer a good…

  • Madaba Museum

    Madaba

    Housed in several old Madaba residences, this museum features a 6th-century mosaic depicting a naked satyr; a saucy (and partly damaged) mosaic of Ariadne…

  • Visitors Centre

    Madaba

    This helpful interpretative centre makes a good starting point for visiting the highlights of Madaba. It's worth a visit in its own right, as it's housed…

  • Dar Al Saraya

    Madaba

    Built in the late 19th century as the administrative centre of the Ottomans, this grand old building was subsequently used as the headquarters of the…