Cave Bar

Top choice in Wadi Musa


It's almost a crime to visit Petra and miss the oldest bar in the world. Occupying a 2000-year-old Nabataean rock tomb, this atmospheric Petra hot spot has been known to stay open until 4am on busy summer nights. Sitting among the spirits, alcoholic or otherwise, gives a flavour of Petra that's in animated contrast to the bar's ancient origins.

The menu includes a small range of cocktails and simple fare, such as burgers, salads and pasta (mains from JD6). The restaurant and bar are next to the entrance to Petra Guest House Hotel, behind the Petra Visitor Centre.

Tax and service of 17% are added to the bill.


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