Makkah Cultural Heritage Tour for Muslims Only

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Today’s tour starts at the Museum of Makkah, essential for Muslims and those interested in Islamic history. The museum features seven halls filled with over 100,000 artifacts, showcasing the rich heritage of Islamic civilization. Highlights include ancient Quran manuscripts and a theater displaying the beautiful names of Allah. It also serves as a cultural meeting point for Muslims worldwide.

Next is the Mosque of the Jinn, referenced in Surah Al-Jinn, where a group of jinn listened to the Prophet’s (SAW) recitation and embraced Islam. Following that, the journey continues to the Kiswa Factory, where the Kaaba’s black silk covering is crafted with gold-embroidered Quranic verses by over 200 skilled artisans.

The final stop is the Exhibition of the Two Holy Mosques Architecture, which houses rare relics, models of the mosques, the old door of the Kaaba, Kiswa samples, and a copy of the Mushaf Uthman. The day concludes with a return to the hotel.

What's Included

Audio guiding in English & Arabic Language
Licensed English guide
Entrance fees
Pick up & Drop Off From Makkah City Hotels
Personal expenses
Food & beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Tour start: Our tour will start at 08:00 Hrs, but pick up is 30-60 minutes before. *Pick up: We will pick up its customers from your Hotel in Makkah. The pickup time varies between 1 hour to 30 minutes before the start of the tour at the terminal point. We will confirm with you one day earlier at a precise time by email. *Drop off: After the tour, our vehicle will drop off the passengers in your Hotel in Makkah

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Pickup from your hotel in Makkah. A day of exploration into the deep history, faith, and craftsmanship of Islamic heritage.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore 7 exhibit halls containing over 100,000 historical artifacts. Discover ancient Quranic manuscripts and relics from Islamic civilizations. Experience a theatre presentation featuring Allah’s Beautiful Names. Engage in cultural exchange with Muslims from around the world.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    See the mosque mentioned in Surah Al-Jinn. Learn the story of the jinns listening to the Prophet’s (PBUH) recitation and accepting Islam at this sacred site.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Witness the intricate process of crafting the Kaaba’s kiswa. Observe expert artisans weaving pure silk and embroidering Quranic verses with gold and silver threads. Learn about the factory’s spiritual and technical significance in Islamic tradition.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Discover rare historical artifacts, including: The old door of the Kaaba A model of the Kaaba cladding (Kiswa) Rare photographs and models of the Two Holy Mosques A preserved copy of the Quran from the era of Caliph Uthman (RA)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gray Line - Kurban Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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