Title: Things to Do in Makkah Province in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Makkah Province ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Makkah Province Types of activities Where to stay [Makkah Province Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Province.dx553248635975177289) ![High hopes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178043/f574a0b4-6b1d-44c3-ae8d-113d8345077a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The kabah also referred as Al-Kaaba Mecca-Muazzama, is a building at the center of Islam's most sacred mosque, Al-Masjid al-Haram, in Mecca, al-Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. It is the most sacred Muslim site in the world. It is considered the "House of God" and has a similar role to the Tabernacle and Holy of Holies in Judaism. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims are expected to face the Kaaba when performing salat. From any point in the world, the direction facing the Kaaba is called the qibla](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178043/7d30d8ee-950c-47d3-95d9-c372225fa6e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kaaba is the only place on earth where the worship never quits. Million of #moslem people come from over the world to perform #hajj and #umrah throughout the year. And here in Masjidil Haram, the biggest mosque in the world, thousand of people do thawaf everytime, a circular (counter clockwise) movement with this Kaaba as the centre of worship. #mecca #masjidilharam #islam #kabah #blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178043/7776b792-97f8-489d-9928-30b675b83148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![In Jeddah, there is one famous beach for tourists from any religions, not only for moslem. The beach is located in front of Balad Cornichè, the shopping mall and arcade for hajj or umrah pilgrims. Since the sky in Arab peninsula is often clear and cloudless, you have a big chance to capture the perfect sunset with the big orange sun above the horizon.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354446/5320ad6d-f246-4e6c-84cd-52e5255883a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![(Al Wahbah crater) The mouth of the Al-Wa'bah locally called the mud quarry) is located in the desert of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 254 km from Taif and on the western edge of the basalt plateau hills that contain many volcanic cones. This crater is the largest of its kind in the Middle East, with a diameter of 2 km and a depth of 250 meters and has a flat base covered by a thick crust of white sodium phosphate crystal. It was believed that the crater resulted from the fall of a meteorite, because its outer appearance resembles meteor craters in its circular shape and the height of its sides, but today geologists agree that the crater was formed by volcanic activity that led to an underground explosion that generates steam by the contact of molten rock with groundwater.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/889823975912632320/e58becb8-56c1-4a65-adbe-b5817d6c869b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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[Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Makkah Province ![Muslim Pilgrims at The Kaaba in The Haram Mosque of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during Hajj.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118144/ff718707-bc56-4dbd-9adf-75b5ee7186bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaaba Find out about the history of Kaaba, one of the top monuments in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Kaaba-Makkah-City-Center.d6118144.Vacation-Attraction) ![evening in holly city of makkah](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118146/a0d85031-4fbe-4ef3-99ff-c49e0b1f6c43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Mosque of Makkah You can learn more about the history of Makkah when you make a stop at a top site like Great Mosque of Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Mosque-Of-Makkah-Makkah-City-Center.d6118146.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rich versus Poor. The World's 3rd tallest building, Makkah Clock Tower of the Abraj Al-Bait towers is seen through the street of an old abandoned neighborhood atop a mountain, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118158/130dcbd1-c38c-4209-9ec5-78de66a4d9ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Clock Towers After visiting The Clock Towers, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/The-Clock-Towers-Makkah-City-Center.d6118158.Vacation-Attraction) ![Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Jan 1 2024: skyline - Arial View - Jeddah city Saudi Arabia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634646177626/e5c39be0-8b5d-49e9-ae16-92f7c86f9d47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jeddah Corniche After visiting Jeddah Corniche, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jeddah. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.com/Jeddah-Corniche-Ash-Shati.d553248634646177626.Vacation-Attraction) ![Conferences Palace on the promenade, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118138/464286f0-d06e-462f-ad3e-bf961965bdda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Red Sea Mall During your trip to Jeddah, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Red Sea Mall. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Red-Sea-Mall-Ash-Shati.d6118138.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alrahmah white mosque with city promenade in the background, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563224070/d5a188f4-53cd-4bb6-881d-0e8ab865ba8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jeddah Mall During your visit to Jeddah, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jeddah Mall. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Jeddah-Mall-Al-Andalus.d553248621563224070.Vacation-Attraction) ![Al Rajhi Grand Mosque on Eastern Ring Road in RIyadh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558657079/bbda3733-edb9-4409-8fe6-8a7e8eeb8f53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Al-Rajhi Mosque After visiting Al-Rajhi Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Makkah. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Al-Rajhi-Mosque-Al-Naseem.d553248621558657079.Vacation-Attraction) ![Jeddah Islamic Seaport, white traffic control tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563224068/dd3ff557-265e-4807-9c4a-bec06a363e9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jeddah Islamic Seaport Explore the waterfront in Jeddah with a trip to Jeddah Islamic Seaport. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.com/Jeddah-Islamic-Seaport-Jeddah.d553248621563224068.Vacation-Attraction) ![A female pilgrim performs Umrah, walks between Safa and Marwa and reads prayers in the Sacred Mosque of Al Haram in Mecca.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562861165/eb843a67-2772-457d-803c-935034d3bd4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Safa and Marwah You can find out about the history of Makkah with a visit to Safa and Marwah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Safa-And-Marwah-Makkah-City-Center.d553248621562861165.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Makkah Province ![The kabah also referred as Al-Kaaba Mecca-Muazzama, is a building at the center of Islam's most sacred mosque, Al-Masjid al-Haram, in Mecca, al-Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. It is the most sacred Muslim site in the world. It is considered the "House of God" and has a similar role to the Tabernacle and Holy of Holies in Judaism. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims are expected to face the Kaaba when performing salat. From any point in the world, the direction facing the Kaaba is called the qibla](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178043/7d30d8ee-950c-47d3-95d9-c372225fa6e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Makkah City Center 2.5/5(2 area reviews) You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Makkah City Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Great Mosque of Makkah or Kaaba. [](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Makkah-City-Center.dx553248635939576109) ![Muslims pilgrims from all around the world circumabulate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354455/a1a0d3ae-ae57-4367-afbc-9b968b03b57b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ajyad Some popular features of Ajyad include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Kaaba or Great Mosque of Makkah are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Ajyad.dx6354455) ![Beautiful night time view of Jabal Omar residential complex in front of Masjid al-Haram, Mecca, Saudi Arabia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/871348266615341056/1950c912-532d-4a0f-bc04-0c1b48828339.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jabal Omar If you're spending some time in Jabal Omar, Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Jabal-Omar.dx871348266615341056) ![Low angle view of people walking in front of The Clock Towers in Riyadh city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873124298213249024/ce110198-c391-409b-868b-6051ffebbcb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Al Hajlah When in Al Hajlah, you can plan a visit to Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Al-Hajlah.dx873124298213249024) ![The Kaaba or Kaaba Sharif is the stone structure at the centre of the Masjid al-Haram, the most important mosque in Islam, located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354453/55c7114d-79d8-4b17-8f56-79cb05ec0455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Al Aziziyah The mountain views and coffeehouses are a few reasons travelers visit Al Aziziyah. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Al Jamarat and Kaaba are a few top sights nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Al-Aziziyah.dx6354453) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Al Haram While there might not be top attractions in Al Haram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba. [](https://expedia.com/Makkah-Al-Haram.dx958483613211770880) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Makkah Province ![Saudi Arabia which includes interior views and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/157/b1875459-3083-4953-8b79-e18b591217be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jeddah ![Mountain views around the Al-Hada resort city in western Saudi Arabia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3437/e4a87b87-9925-495c-b6c3-ed57006448d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Taif ![Makkah](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178043/a8ed123e-3a19-4a74-90bd-925ff046c374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Makkah ![King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), North of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337138/33d86108-2dfd-4789-86ee-1f992cd03901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### King Abdullah Economic City ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354140/309811f9-e922-4569-b98d-f4f053c308fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Al Hada ![Saudi Arabia #TakeAHike](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354433/681235ac-a510-4e53-920d-0cfaa2debedb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Al Qunfudhah ![Bay La Sun Beach on the Red Sea coast in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), Saudi Arabia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000426229/4802cbb5-0bba-4d06-9f7b-1102ee73dc44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Durrat Al-Arous ![Saudi Arabia showing signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/157/5a9eb51b-40ea-4243-b953-71b83b0f8742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Al Quwaiiyah ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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