Amman, Jordan - Part 2: Street Art, Wine Culture & Local Life Beyond the Tourist Trail

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel PodcastAmman is a city that reveals itself gradually. Beyond the Roman ruins, bustling souks, and classic Jordanian street food lies a modern creative capital shaped by artists, musicians, winemakers, chefs, and entrepreneurs redefining the city’s cultural identity.

In this episode of Travel in 10, the focus shifts beyond the standard sightseeing checklist to explore the neighbourhoods, cafés, bars, wine experiences, and local gathering places that define contemporary Amman. Through conversations with locals, listeners discover everything from Jordan’s emerging wine scene and independent music venues to favorite cafés, hidden restaurants, and the city’s thriving street art culture.

The episode also explores the deeper social and political stories reflected through Amman’s urban art scene during an immersive experience with Underground Amman, a locally founded tour that uses street art to explain Jordanian identity, regional politics, and daily life in the capital.

Topics Covered• Jordan’s Emerging Wine Scene – Exploring local wine production through St. George Winery and wine tastings at 13C Wine & Spirits.

• Neighborhood Life in Amman – A look at districts like Jabal Al Weibdeh, Rainbow Street, Abdali, and Sweifieh Village.

• Food & Café Culture – Local recommendations for Jordanian cuisine, coffee, nightlife, burgers, pizza, and desserts.

• Street Art & Social Commentary – How murals and public art reflect water scarcity, identity, and social issues in Jordan.

• Music & Creative Spaces – Discovering live music venues, independent cafés, and cultural gathering places.

• Travel Beyond the Tourist Trail – Experiencing Amman through local voices and community-led tours.

Top Things to See & DoUnderground Amman – A locally led street art and culture tour exploring the political, artistic, and social stories shaping modern Amman. The experience offers a deeper understanding of Jordan through murals, public art, and conversations with local creatives.

13C Wine & Spirits – One of Amman’s standout wine destinations, offering curated tastings featuring Jordanian wines from St. George Winery alongside thoughtful food pairings.

St. George Winery – A pioneering Jordanian winery helping establish the country’s emerging wine reputation t