About Makkah
Makkah is one of Saudi Arabia's major cities, home to around 1,578,722 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Makkah
1
Holy Quran Museum
2
Al-Zaher Palace Museum
3
The Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition
4
Clock Tower Museum
5
Hussainiya Park
6
King Abdullah Garden
Budget travel
Free things to do in Makkah
The Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition
Hussainiya Park
King Abdullah Garden
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Holy Quran Museum
- Visit Al-Zaher Palace Museum
- Visit The Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition
- Eat at Five Guys
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Clock Tower Museum
- Visit Hussainiya Park
- Visit King Abdullah Garden
- Eat at Faisalabad Restaurant
Where to eat
Local favourites
Five Guys
A branch of the Five Guys fast food chain.
Faisalabad Restaurant
Pakistani restaurant.
Relish Joy of Taste
Lebanese restaurant.
Al Qasr
Features a wide variety cuisines: Arab, Indian, Moroccan, and Western.
- $$
The Oasis
Serves a wide range of cuisines.
Al-Rehab Restaurant
An Islamic-themed restaurant that offers a great view of Masjid Al-Haram.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Raffles Makkah Palace
Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel
Offers majestic views and is close to Masjid Al-Haram.
Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Aziziyah
Four Points by Sheraton Makkah Al Naseem
Abraj Al Bait
This 601 m megatall building has become a modern symbol of Mecca. It is the third tallest building in the world and incorporates the world's
Nightlife
- Zamzam Cafe
Museums & culture
- Holy Quran Museum
- Al-Zaher Palace Museum
- The Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition
- Clock Tower Museum
In pictures
Makkah gallery
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