The iconic blue-domed mosque is one of the country's most recognisable attractions, a place of worship as much as a national landmark and even somewhat of a museum: a few archaeological finds and personal items of King Abdullah, who inaugurated the mosque, are also displayed here. Unlike at most other mosques, non-Muslim visitors are welcome inside, provided they follow the rules of attendance.

As opposed to the omnipresent in Jordan remains of Roman and Umayyad structures, Qasr al-Abd is a rare example of architecture pre-dating the Roman era. Its exact origins remain unknown, which only adds to the fascination. Qasr al-Abd is usually described as a large Hellenistic palace from the first quarter of the second century BCE. Not too far from here are the ancient caves dating back to roughly the same time period.

Built in 1935 by famous local architect Ramos de Azevedo for one of his daughters, Casa das Rosas, or ”House of Roses” is a French-style mansion with gardens inspired by the Palace of Versailles. The building was home to the same family until 1986 when it was made a municipal landmark. Since 2004, it has been a museum dedicated to poetry, literature, culture and the preservation of the bibliographic collection of the poet Haroldo de Campos.

Originally named "City Park" and later renamed after the Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa, Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in the United States and the beating heart of San Diego's cultural scene. Spanning 1,200 scenic acres, the park overlooks downtown San Diego and houses an impressive collection of museums, theaters, stunning gardens, and the world-renowned San Diego Zoo. This diverse range of attractions makes Balboa Park an essential stop during any visit to San Diego.