Walks · Our pick in Riyadh
The old centre: the Masmak to the National Museum
On foot
About The old centre: the Masmak to the National Museum
Start at the Masmak, walk through the souqs of Al Dirah and Souq Al Zal, cross the square in front of the Grand Mosque and continue to the gardens of the King Abdulaziz Historical Center for the National Museum and Murabba Palace.
Why it's on our list
- Half a day
- Dress modestly
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The old centre: the Masmak to the National Museum before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from The old centre: the Masmak to the National Museum 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