My husband is a huge history nerd so a trip to Jordan would have been incomplete without a stop at Kerak Castle. It was very dusty the day we were there so I'd try to go on a clear day if you have the option, to better enjoy the view. When we arrived and paid our fare to enter we... More

...or if you have more time in Jordan, but I'm not sure if I'd go out of my way to visit unless you're particularly interested in that period of history.

Yes Kerak castle has some impressive facts like most castles do. But there isn't really any special unique factor here. Except for the pipes that were used to send wine to the soldiers 2 levels below. Its a steep climb in many sections so be prepared with good sturdy shoes and apparel. While we were exploring the castle on our... More

Yes, Kerak Castle has a long history and has some nice ruins, but it is right in the middle of a big town so you really don't get the sense of what it might have looked like centuries ago. Shobak Castle, on the other hand, feels more like an old Crusader Castle perched on an isolated rock with a commanding... More

Kerak Castle was built in 1142. It is a basic defensive fortress, built by the rocks.The way to Kerak Castle is so beautiful because it is located in the highland and surrounding by two valleys as was said to be Grand Canyon of Jordan. It was the center for Crusade warriors and was built for controlling the routes from the... More

The castle is a very basic defensive building, dominating the countryside around. Getting to it is interesting as others have said, as you go trough the middle of the town which can present the driver with some challenges. Once there, entry is cheap and there are some local "guides" who work for tips. I would just read the Lonely Planet... More

If you have any interest in castles at all, you should go, as this is the best you will find! Ignore the reviews which say it is "touristy". It is not at all. It is just a castle. No "Disney" or tacky stuff! I arrived at 12 midday, and there were visitors, but not too many, and certainly no tour... More

I would have liked to learn more about the castle. Basically, you go in and wander around. There are no stories, hand outs or explanations.

The road up from the Dead Sea to Karak is beautiful and creates the kind of calm needed for driving and parking in the town. While we had some interesting experiences like having to reverse 400 metres down the main street and navigate around taxis queueing for a rank it was all done with good humour and courtesy from the... More