Sights · Our pick in Riyadh
The Masmak
Mud brick, 1865
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About The Masmak
The Masmak, a clay and mud-brick fort built in 1865 in the old centre of Riyadh, is now a museum: its gate, mosque, majlis, well, corner towers and living quarters have become display halls telling the story of the city. Visit Saudi lists its opening hours; check them before you go.
Why it's on our list
- Mud-brick fort
- Museum
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The Masmak before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from The Masmak are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Nearest stations
- Qasr Al HokmBlueOrange400 m5 min walk
- Courts ComplexOrange500 m6 min walk
- Al Bat'haBlue800 m10 min walk
Key sights
- The National Museum1.8 kmWalk 22 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 14 min
- Kingdom Centre9.7 kmCar or taxi 29 min
- KAFD17 kmCar or taxi 43 min
- At-Turaif, Diriyah18 kmCar or taxi 46 min
- King Khalid International Airport36 kmCar or taxi 83 min
Main railway stations
- Riyadh railway station (SAR)3.5 kmWalk 44 minCycle 17 minCar or taxi 17 min