Umm Qais, Jordan

Top things to do in Umm Qais

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Historic site

Gadara

Archaeological site of Gadara featuring a Roman theater, basilica, and colonnaded streets from the Decapolis era.

Museum

Umm Qais Museum

Museum showcasing artifacts from the Greco-Roman and Byzantine periods discovered in the Umm Qais region.

Park & nature

Hamat Gader

Soak in thermal pools amid Roman ruins and visit a crocodile farm at this unique hot springs resort in the Yarmouk Valley.

Historic site

Al-Hamma, Tiberias

Discover ancient hot springs and a historic mosque at this serene site along the Yarmouk River near Umm Qais.

Historic site

Tall Zira'a

Climb this multi-layered archaeological tell revealing settlements from the Bronze Age through Islamic times near Umm Qais.

Park & nature

Al-ʿAra'is Pond

A serene natural pond in Umm Qais, ideal for picnics and birdwatching with views of the surrounding countryside.

Museum

Sha'ar HaGolan

A museum on Kibbutz Sha'ar HaGolan showcasing Neolithic artifacts from the Yarmukian culture, one of the earliest in the region.

Park & nature

Tel Katzir

A kibbutz on the Sea of Galilee with a beach and panoramic views of the Golan Heights and the lake.

Historic site

Al-Shunah al-Shamalyah

A historic castle overlooking the Jordan River valley, surrounded by fertile plains that have been cultivated for centuries.

Historic site

Masada (kibbutz)

A modern Israeli settlement near the ancient fortress of Masada, offering stark desert landscapes and proximity to the Dead Sea.

Historic site

Samma, Jordan

A Jordanian village with ancient ruins and a traditional olive press museum, showcasing rural heritage.

Park & nature

Mevo Hama

Kibbutz on Golan Heights with sweeping views of the Sea of Galilee and lush nature trails.

Park & nature

Ashdot Ya'akov Ihud

Kibbutz on the Jordan River with a sandy beach and water sports on a calm section of the river.

Park & nature

HaOn

Kibbutz resort on the Sea of Galilee with a popular beach, hotel, and water sports center.

Historic site

Umm Qais

Ancient Decapolis city with well-preserved Roman ruins and sweeping views over the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights.

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