Riyadh Full City Tour
Description
We are one of the most traditional and authentic guides who will show the real Riyadh with locals from different angles. If you have Airport Transit in Riyadh or even live here and want a tour in the big city or you don't want to deal with driving in the crazy traffic or taxis, and you want a fun knowledgeable guide then this tour is absolutely for you. In addition, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in and gain insights into various aspects such as Culture, History, the vibrant atmosphere of the city, and the delectable Traditional cuisine. Tour Guide License No: 40000923
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Masmak Fort is in the AlDirah neighborhood of Riyadh, a symbol of the unification of Saudi Arabia. It was the site of a historic battle that turned the tide of the struggle for control in favor of the House of Saud and paved the way for modern-day Saudi Arabia. It is made from clay and mudbrick fort.
One of Riyadh’s oldest traditional markets that carries 100 years of history within its alleyways. As soon as you start your tour in Souk AlZal and hear the sellers’ voices in the auctions, you will feel that you have traveled to the past of the city. The souk is known for its antiques, rare coins, and old utensils. You may also find musical instruments, old record players, and hundreds of interesting items that seem as if they came from a museum of ancient folk traditions.
The Murabba Palace was established by order of King Abdulaziz, the founder of the Kingdom. You will notice the unique design of the foyer at the center of the palace, surrounded by all the rooms. It was designed according to the prevalent traditional designs at the time, conveying unique architecture to its modern-day visitors. On the way to the Palace, we will visit the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah). It services the history, geography, literature, and heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The National Museum: From the earth to the moon, and from the prehistoric ages to the modern ages, the hallways of the Saudi National Museum will take you on an adventure that transcends time and space. You will witness artistic and historical evidence in the heart of Riyadh in the Al-Murabba neighborhood near King Abdulaziz Palace. The museum spans a distance of 17,000 km2, where it tells the story of 3,700 artifacts such as statues, scripts, and unique sculptures.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of At Turaif as well as the beautiful valley of Wadi Hanifah which is a desert oasis in the heart of the historical Diriyah district in Riyadh.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(37)
Rakan was very friendly and knowledgeable. We made a couple of requests during the tour and he was happy to accommodate.
All the businesses were closed as stated in previous reviews. This is really a robbery and they know that the businesses are closed, but yet they drive around aimlessly and make you feel uncomfortable do not book.
My tour leader Rakan was a very enthusiastic, personable and attentive tour leader. He was very knowledgeable about all the Riyadh sites and also gave me his personal take on things.
Rakan was very nice and knowledgeable about the city. He told us a lot about customs and culture. The car was comfortable and we enjoyed the tour with him. We would recommend this tour.
Ebb extraordinary location sie deserves to be visited. The comfort with of the car with the experienced and friendly driver completes the fun.
Mr. Mohammad is a knowledgeable tour guide . He is highly mannered, cooperative . He took us to all places as per the itinerary . Thank you for the arrangements . We really enjoyed at Riyadh . Best wishes .
Very well organized and explained the culture and history very easily and understandably. Our guide was also very friendly and passed on our many info.
I feel completely scammed by this company. The convinced us to pay directly through paypal then completely scammed us on the tour. Then lied to paypal to try to keep the money. CRAZY. They skipped the last main stop of our tour, the whole reason this tour was a premium price compared to other similar ones. Just dropped up back off and cut the tour short, no explanation or anything. When I reached out they said it was because the road was closed... after talking to hotel staff and others that went that day we learned this was not true. Part of the tour was also a stop at a market and we were there during the only 20-30 min that it is closed for prayer during the day. This could have been planned was better as it is predictable and we technically missed this too. All fees were supposed to be included yet the guide made us pay for her parking. The guide also let someone who did not pay joint he tour, not what you want when you are paying hundreds. Lastly the operator completely lied to paypal saying that we were picked up from the airport when we weren't and that was a "free premium" and there way of getting out of refunding. They offered a small credit but it did not even cover what we missed let a alone all of the other issues. Basically we did not get the tour that we were promised at all. Plus the guide took photos of us without permission and is spreading them... AVOID.
Excellent introduction to Riyadh with fantastic tour guide. Beautiful old and new city. Highly recommend.
Sarah was amazing. It was an efficient tour. And we saw all the major attractions. Sarah explained the significance of each attraction and monument.
