Riyadh Full-Day Guided Tour by Car

This full-day city tour of Riyadh by car is designed to allow you to see the main historical and modern attractions of the Saudi capital in a single day, in a comfortable and organised way. The day begins with a meeting with your guide and transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to the cultural heart of the city.

The first stop is usually the National Museum, the main Saudi heritage landmark. Here you can browse through a carefully curated collection of artefacts that tell the story of the Arabian Peninsula, from the earliest civilisations to the formation of the modern kingdom. It's the perfect place to understand the historical and cultural context before exploring Riyadh further.

Next, the tour takes you to the Murabba Palace and an annex building where King Abdulaziz's personal belongings are kept. Here you will discover traditional Saudi architecture and learn more about the founder of the country, as well as the process of unification and modernisation of the kingdom.

The most historic part continues at Masmak Fort and the nearby souk of Dirah. The adobe fort is closely linked to the unification of Saudi Arabia and is one of the symbols of the city. Afterwards, stroll through the souk, a traditional market filled with textiles, perfumes, spices and local handicrafts, where the atmosphere of the old Riyadh is at its most authentic.

To end the day, the tour moves on to the modern part of the city, where you'll climb the Sky Bridge of Kingdom Tower (subject to availability), the spectacular observation deck atop one of Riyadh's most recognisable skyscrapers. From here you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the city's skyline and the mix of traditional architecture and contemporary grand avenues.

All in all, this tour offers a balanced view of Riyadh: heritage, local life and modern skyline in a single day, with the convenience of travelling by car and the explanations of a guide who will help you contextualise each stop.