Taxi drivers will not expect tips but they will always appreciate it if you round up your bill, it will make a great difference to them. You might also want to tip your tour guide if they have done a good job. A normal amount would be about USD $2-3 per person.

Tipping is a deeply ingrained part of the cultural experience in Jordan, and for a professional guide in Petra, you should generally budget 10 to 20 Jordanian Dinars (JOD) per day for a private tour. If you are part of a larger group, a tip of 2 to 5 JOD per person is considered appropriate. It is important to distinguish between the "Licensed Guide" you hire at the visitor center and the "Horse Guides" who lead you through the Siq. While the horse ride is technically included in your entrance ticket, the handlers rely heavily on tips; a gratuity of 3 to 5 JOD per horse is standard. In 2026, with the rising cost of living in Jordan, these tips are the primary income for many local families. If your guide takes you to "secret" viewpoints like the overlooks above the Treasury or provides an exceptional historical narrative, leaning toward the higher end of the scale is a kind gesture of appreciation. Always carry small-denomination JOD notes, as change is often difficult to find in the middle of the archaeological park, and a tip given with a "Shukran" (thank you) is always received with a warm smile.