- The National Museum - We start our tour of mystic Riyadh by visiting the National Museum. The primary custodian of Saudi national heritage and culture, it is a place of learning and discovery that hosts a unique collection of artifacts and covers the whole history of the Arabian Peninsula right up to modern times.
- Murabba Palace - After that, we head to the nearby Murrabba Palace that was the royal residence where King Abdulaziz hosted his court. The palace was named after its square 40 by 40-meter shape and is now one of the city’s main museums.
Adjacent to the palace, a modern building hosts a collection of King Abdulaziz’s personal items which we will tour briefly. These places illustrate the heart of the birth of the Saudi nation.
- Pick up from your Hotel in Riyadh
- Entrance to National Museum
- Entrance to Murabba Palace
- Licensed English or Arabic driver guide
- Personal expenses
- Food and Beverages
We commence our exploration of Riyadh with a visit to the National Museum, the principal preserver of Saudi’s cultural and historical legacy. Presently, it serves as an educational space that possesses an unparalleled collection of relics, covering the comprehensive history of the Arabian Peninsula until the contemporary period. Following this, our journey proceeds to the proximate Murrabba Palace that was once the royal abode where King Abdulaziz entertained his court. The edifice, named after its square design of 40 by 40 meters, now ranks as one of the city’s main museums. Beside the palace, a modern structure houses a collection of King Abdulaziz’s personal belongings, which we will have a quick tour of. These sites are integral to the genesis of the Saudi nation.
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