- Al Masmak Fortress - Explore Al Masmak Fortress, a mudbrick fort that played a fundamental role in the unification of Saudi Arabia. As we weave through Al Masmak Fortress, or as some people call it Al Masmak Palace, we’ll learn about Riyadh’s origin as a capital city back in the 1820s, the Recapture of Riyadh in 1902 and, finally, Al Masmak’s current role as a place of remembrance in 21st century Saudi Arabia.
- Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
- Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
- Access to your self-guided audio tour
- Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
- Audio tour provided by a local or historian
- Headphones
- Mobile device
Join a local historian and see Riyadh like you never have before with these engaging, historical and high-quality audio walking tours!
Our first audio tour will explore Al Masmak Fortress, as we learn about the origins of Saudi Arabia and the Saudi Royal Family, as well as the secret tales that live in this key sightseeing spot.
The second audio tour covers Historical Riyadh, as we wander around Al Safat Square, just outside Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque, as well as the Souq AlZzal Market and Ath Thumayry Street. These iconic key attractions are a perfect example of just how much Riyadh has changed over the past 100 years and are a clear example of why this city has become one of the most developed in the world!
Together, we’ll embark on this epic adventure through time, learning about the historic buildings, mysteries and secret stories that made Riyadh the modern city that it is today!
Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
