Heritage in Riyadh

The UNESCO-listed mud-brick seat of the first Saudi state, with restored palaces, mosques and galleries on its history. Open Saturday to Thursday from 10:00, and from 14:00 on Fridays, until late; book tickets on the Diriyah website.

The 1865 mud-brick fort recaptured by King Abdulaziz in 1902, now a museum on the founding of the kingdom. Reopened after restoration in 2025, free and open daily 08:00–21:00.

Galleries trace the Arabian Peninsula from pre-Islamic kingdoms to the Prophet’s mission and the Two Holy Mosques, a clear overview before visiting Diriyah. Check opening hours before you go.