About Masmak Citadel

The Al Masmak fort represents the 19th Century architecture and the royal kingdom of Riyadh. This clay and mud fort, after numerous renovations, now stands tall with numerous stories linked to its past. The Al-Khokha or small, narrow door entrance to the fort speaks about the mindful defense technique used in the yesterdays. Hosting a huge collection of historical artifacts including arms and guns used in the war, the fort has many untold secrets hidden within its structure. A small mosque inside the fort caters to the religious needs of its occupants. The fort surrounded by a busy market lets the visitors carry sweet memories in the form of souvenirs of the place with them.

Must See

  • Mud and clay fort
  • Design imprinted on the walls
  • Door depicting the ancient architecture

How to reach

Via Dirab Rd and King Fahd Rd/Route 65

Get on Dirab Rd/Route 505 from Dirab Branch Rd, Follow Dirab Rd and King Fahd Rd/Route 65 to King Fahad Branch Rd. Exit from King Fahd Rd/Route 65 and continue straight to stay on Dirab Rd/Route 505. Merge with King Fahd Rd/Route 65. Exit onto King Fahad Branch Rd. Drive to Al-Imam Turki Ibn Abdullah Ibn Muhammad. Turn right onto Al Imam Turki Ibn Abdullah Ibn Muhammad

The fare cost of a taxi is SAR 14 to SAR 16.

Tips

  • The visitors must bring a camera with them to capture this 19th Century fort.
  • Take a guide for detailed information about this fort, preferably in your own language.
  • There is a lot of walking so wear comfortable footwear.
  • A video detailing the history of the fort is available in Arabic with English subtitles.
  • It is advised to visitors to see the mud and clay mixture.
  • The entry gate of the fort allows one person to pass at a time, a defensive measure planned several years ago.
  •  ATMs are the available nearby location.

Visit Time

Sunday:      9:00 a.m. to 12:p.m. and 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Monday:     9:00 a.m. to 12:p.m. and 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday:     9:00 a.m. to 12:p.m. and 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday:9:00 a.m. to 12:p.m. and 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thursday:    9:00 a.m. to 12:p.m. and 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday:        Closed and 4:00 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.
Saturday:    7:00 a.m. to 12:p.m. and 4:a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

10 to 15 minutes wait because of long queue

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

4 hours

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds 26.69°C

 

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