Riyadh Historical Tours

Explore Riyadh’s historical district, and learn about the city’s origins as the capital of Saudi Arabia with this immersive tour! Listen to an expert historian and get an in-depth insight into Riyadh’s famous souks, magnificent mosques, cultural sights and begin to understand how this town, in the middle of a massive red-sand desert, has become one of the most developed cities in the world!  Walk around the iconic key attractions such as the Al Masmak Fortress, Al Safat Square, The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque, Souq AlZzal Market, and Ath Thumayry Street as we track the history of this fascinating city and how it’s changed over the past 300 years. Experience a historical adventure in this must-see picturesque city, and travel through time to learn everything about the historic buildings, mysteries and secret stories that made Riyadh the modern city that is today. Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

Explore the historic & cultural Riyadh on this guided tour. Choose between a half-day or full-day option and 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 Souq al Zal, one of Riyadh’s oldest traditional markets full of antiques, local apparel, and incense, offering a vivid immersion into local heritage and craftsmanship. Next, your guide drives you to Murabba 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 & Vintage Car Museum. For the full-day tour, you’ll end your journey at Diriyah, Turaif, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring its mudbrick alleys, museum, & learning about this birthplace of the First Saudi state.

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.

From the moment your tour starts, your guide will give you full attention. Once in the car, your guide will talk to you about all the things on the way as well as other aspects of your tour that will interest you.