Masmak Citadel Tours

You might be free to visit today, but Masmak Citadel hasn't always rolled out the welcome mat! Learn the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

To visit this history-filled fortress, make your way to Downtown Riyadh. You'll find plenty of other things to see and do in this area, including Al Batha Market, Ministry of Interior, and Riyadh Zoo.

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Executives Hotel - KAFD

Executives Hotel - KAFD

4 out of 5
King Abdullah Financial District
Price was $2,043, price is now $1,618 per person
$1,618
per person
Aug 21 - Aug 25
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Riyadh (RUH)
8.6/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)

Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh

Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh

5 out of 5
Al Olaya District
Price was $2,903, price is now $2,445 per person
$2,445
per person
Sep 13 - Sep 18
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Riyadh (RUH)
8.6/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)

Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya

Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya

4 out of 5
Al Yasmin
Price was $1,910, price is now $1,695 per person
$1,695
per person
Sep 13 - Sep 18
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Riyadh (RUH)
8.8/10 Excellent! (79 reviews)

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Tours & day trips

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Edge of the World with 4x4 vehicle, camels and stargazing

Edge of the World with 4x4 vehicle, camels and stargazing

Activity duration is 7 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 113 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $40 per adult
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History & culture

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Full Day Riyadh Historical Tour

Full Day Riyadh Historical Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $150 per adult
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Shows & concerts

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From Riyadh : Night Stargazing with dinner at Camp

From Riyadh : Night Stargazing with dinner at Camp

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,200 per traveler*
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Masmak Citadel

6.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Riyadh with a stop at Masmak Citadel. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.
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Gloria Inn Hotel

Gloria Inn Hotel

3 out of 5
Al Batha Street Riyadh
Gloria Inn Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia

Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia

4 out of 5
Imam Faisal Bin Turki Street Riyadh
Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia
Ahlin 2 Serviced Apartment

Ahlin 2 Serviced Apartment

Al Najah Street Riyadh Riyadh
Ahlin 2 Serviced Apartment
Al Orouba Hotel

Al Orouba Hotel

Al Amal District, Al Bathaa Street, Next to Jamal Commercial Center Riyadh
Al Orouba Hotel
Al Asemah Hotel

Al Asemah Hotel

Al Amal, Riyadh Saudi Arabia Riyadh
Al Asemah Hotel
Private Zone Al Fayhaa

Private Zone Al Fayhaa

Ebn Maga Al Fari street Riyadh
Private Zone Al Fayhaa
Orchida Al Hamra

Orchida Al Hamra

Al Amal, Riyadh Saudi Arabia Riyadh
Orchida Al Hamra
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Kanshalila Area Riyadh Riyadh Province
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Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG

Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG

4 out of 5
Prince Abdul Rahman Bin Abdul Aziz st. Riyadh
Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG
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