Hop onto one of our luxurious Saudi Discovery tour busses for the ultimate Riyadh experience, this tour is the best way to discover Riyadh.
* Explore and Discover the old Riyadh.
* Visit Traditional Dirah Souq.
* Visit Masmak Fort.
* Visit Old Souq.
* Famous Kingdom Tower and its Sky Bridge.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, and Thu
Start times
2:30 PM
Adult (ages 12+)
$120
Child (ages 3–11)
$84
In demand: 17 of the next 17 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Season 2027
Old Riyadh & Sky Bridge Advent
Pickup included
Itinerary
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We proceed into old Riyadh, starting in the downtown area, visiting the traditional Dirah Souq (famous for buying antique carpets and other useful Saudi heritage antiques). The walk is infused with the aromas of sandalwood fragrance and other scents of the orient. The Souq is known for men’s clothing and it is entertaining to watch the auction which takes place every Friday
Al Masmak Fortress
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After this, we visit the Masmak Fort which is just walking distance from the Old Souq and whose importance is linked to the creation of the 3rd Saudi Kingdom, the modern one we live in. The fortified palace was built during the reign of Abdullah bin Rashid in the year 1895 A.D. to serve as a military garrison for the army of Abdullah bin Rashid. His Majesty King Abdulaziz, the father of the today’s nation, captured the fort in 1902, marking the beginning of the reconquest of Arabia by the House of Saud.
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From there we will head to the famous Kingdom Tower and its Sky Bridge to see Riyadh from a panoramic viewpoint nearly 300 meters above the city.
What's included
Included
Transportation.
Pick up from your Hotel in Riyadh.
Entrance to Sky Bridge.
Driver Assistance English or Arabic
Not included
Personal expenses
Food & beverages
Pickup Locations & Times
Tour start: Our tour will start at 14:30 Hrs, but pick up is 30-60 minutes before
Pick up: We will pick up its customers in most of the major hotels in Riyadh. 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 Riyadh
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.8
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How it compares in Riyadh
No. 32 by number of reviews among 136 tours in Riyadh
Starting price $120 is close to the typical $120 for tours of similar length in Riyadh
Excurgo comparison of 136 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge take?
Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this Riyadh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, starting at 2:30 PM.
How much does Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $84, adults from $120.
Does Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge sell out?
It can: 17 of the next 17 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Tour start: Our tour will start at 14:30 Hrs, but pick up is 30-60 minutes before
Pick up: We will pick up its customers in most of the major hotels in Riyadh. 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 Riyadh Pickup points include Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel, WAW Hotel Suites.
What languages is Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 29 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Gray Line - Kurban Tours.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Mitek25
October 28, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Sky Bridge is worth seeing
Access to Sky Bridge is a bit hidden, but then it goes up to the wonderful bridge which allows great views of the city.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the view from the Sky Bridge. It’s true — the entrance can be a bit hidden, but that only adds to the charm of the experience. We’re glad you enjoyed our Old Riyadh Tour & Sky Bridge visit and hope to welcome you again soon!
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Hebzzz
June 18, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Not really worth the visit unless you are bored
We went to the kingdom towers and the signage to the bridge was not very clear. After asking a few people and finally finding the place..going up…paying…it seemed like the staff were bored , they used sign language instead of warm friendly welcomes. Went for sunset and it was really warm up there - we couldnt wait till it got dark so we left
Operator response
Dear Hebzzz, Thank you for your honest feedback we do really apologize for the bad conduct, however we will raise this issue and won't happen again, I know this is very inconvenience on your end perhaps we will do our best to address this issue and we'll make it happen in terms of package inclusion and give you a better booking and tour experience. If you have any suggestion and concerns feel free to leave a comment section and we are happy to serve you, Thank you and be safe.
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SusanneS79
October 14, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Communication gaps: Lost valuable time
We have changed our Hotel and have given the new hotel information into the Tripadvisor booking “update your pickup location”and got a confirmation, but our guide was at pickup time in the former hotel. Tripadvisor has not updated this information to the Tour operator. So we lost over one hour of our half day trip.
Our guide Khuram was very friendly and gave good explanations during the tour.
He tried everything to be on time at the Skybridge that we were able to see the sunset, but it was gone already.
Our learning is that we will never update changes to Tripadvisor anymore, only directly to the Tour operator.
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