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Riyadh’s History and Al Masmak - Self-Guided Walking Tours

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

1 hour 45 minutes
Offered in: English

Overview

This is a great pick for independent travelers who are keen to explore Riyadh at their own pace, rather than following a group. Simply download an app to your phone, and then listen to audio commentary by a historian. There are two separate tours to enjoy: the first explores Al Masmak Fortress; and the second visits the historical areas of Riyadh, such as Al Safat Square.

Learn about Riyadh’s history through audio commentary by a historian
Visit Al Masmak Fortress and learn about the Saudi Royal Family
No getting lost: The app uses GPS to guide you around the city
Offline mode allows you to download tours then listen to them without Wi-Fi

What's Included

Access to your self-guided audio tour
Audio tour provided by a local or historian
Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture

Headphones
Mobile device

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Alsafat Square
شارع الثميري، الديرة، الرياض 12652،، Ad Dirah, Riyadh 12634, Saudi Arabia
These are self guided tours. You can begin whenever you are ready!

Start time

Opening hours

12/9/2021 - 3/6/2025
Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

End point

Al Thumairi Street
Al Thumairi St, Ad Dirah, Riyadh 12634, Saudi Arabia

What To Expect

Al Masmak Fortress

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Alsafat Square

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Masmak Fortress

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Masmak Fortress

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Masmak Fortress

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Masmak Palace Museum

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Masmak Fortress

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Safarat

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Qayasriat Al Kitab Riyadh

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Riyadh

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Thumairi Street

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Riyadh

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

3.0

10 reviews

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Very Disappointed

StephenJ_K, May 2024

I booked a tour listed as $8.92 but was charged $16.59. According to Viator, it may have been a “glitch” with the app?????

Disappointing

Natasha_G, Feb 2024

A tour you should do guided m, as all the places stated was closed it under maintenance. Money wasted taking taxis to get there and no nothing .

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Good afternoon, thank you for your feedback. I’m sorry to hear that our tour did not meet your expectations. We take all reviews seriously and will use this as an opportunity to improve our services in the future. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us!

Very informative and good guiding

Jan_G, Mar 2023

The audio guide is a very good way to experienc the attractions in your own pace. I learned a lot and enjoyed the tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you! Glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and hope to see you again in another one of our destinations!

Intéressant.

Andre_J, Nov 2022

Informations intéressantes. Parcours assez riche. Dommage que le guide ne soit pas disponible en français.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you for your review, and we're happy to hear you enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community!