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Explore the historic & cultural Riyadh on this premier private guided tour. Select between a half-day or full-day option & experience the city’s top landmarks, museums, and traditional attractions with an expert guide.
Begin at Masmak Fort where you’ll walk the walls of this iconic fortress & explore its restored towers, courtyards, and historic exhibits. Your guide then takes you to Souk al Zal, one of Riyadh’s oldest traditional markets full of antiques, local apparel, & incense, offering an immersion into local heritage and craftsmanship.
Next, your guide drives you to Muraba Palace, the former Royal complex of King Abdulaziz & the King's Historical Center including the National Museum where Arabia’s history comes to life via interactive galleries, and the King Belongings & Car Museum.
For the full-day tour, you’ll end your journey at Diriyah, Turaif, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring its mud brick alleys, museum, & learning about this birthplace of the First Saudi state.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can pick up and drop you off from and to any location within Riyadh
Itinerary
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Your professional local guide will initially lead you through Al Masmak Fortress, bringing to life the dramatic 1902 recapture of Riyadh and the stories behind this iconic mud-brick stronghold.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Your guide walks you through Souq al Zal market , Thumairi St, and Deera square helping you explore their traditional stalls, antique treasures, and vibrant local atmosphere
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Your tour guide then drives you to King Abdulaziz Historical Center which includes his personal belongings and Vintage Car museum, explaining their cultural significance and the Kingdom’s early development
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Then you will be accompanied to Murabba Palace, showcasing its Najdi architecture and sharing insights into King Abdulaziz’s personal and royal life
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After that, your tour guide leads you across the National Museum’s galleries, interpreting thousands of years of Arabian history, artifacts, and interactive exhibits.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6At-Turaif
If you have opted to the full-day private tour, your guide will then drive you to Diriyah and accompany you through Turaif UNESCO world heritage site and Bujairi terrace, revealing the birthplace of the Saudi state and its beautifully restored mudbrick surroundings and museum while explaining the area's history
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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