Al Masmak Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Highlights
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Discover the mud-brick fort in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Learn about the role the fortress had throughout history
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Instagram Hotspots: We find the perfect picture spots
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Offline Mode: Download tours and listen without WiFi
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Explore the site in a COVID-19 safe environment
Summary
Explore Al Masmak Fortress, a mudbrick fort that played a fundamental role in the unification of Saudi Arabia.
Tour info
Duration
1 hour -
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult:
(0-90 years)
£7.99
Commentary
English
Meeting Point
Riyadh, Riyadh Province, 12634
Dropoff location
6937 Al Thumairi St, Al Thumairi St, Riyadh, Riyadh Province, 12634
Why take this tour?
Discover the secret spots of Al Masmak Fortress, a mudbrick fort that played a fundamental role in the unification of Saudi Arabia, with this private immersive guide!
Guided by an expert historian, we’ll visit the historic building and discover the secret tales in this key sightseeing spot. Starting at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque, we'll make our way to Al Masmak Fortress, or Al Masmak Palace, and learn about Riyadh’s origin as a capital city and the Recapture of Riyadh in 1902. Finally, we’ll hear about Al Masmak’s current role as a place of remembrance in 21st century Saudi Arabia.
Embark on this epic adventure through time and learn about many of Al Masmak’s galleries, from the Courtyard and Historical Galleries, to the Pioneer’s rooms and Watchtower.
What’s included?
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Access to your self-guided audio tour -
Audio tour provided by a local or historian -
Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi -
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost -
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture -
Headphones
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Mobile device
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Entrance to Al Masmak
Things to know
Before you book
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This product is suitable for all ages
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Do it at your own pace. This product is suitable for all fitness levels
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English speaking Audio guide only
Before you go
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Wear clothing suitable for the season you are visiting Al Masmak
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You will need to bring your own mobile phone
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You will need to bring your own headset/earphones
Covid Policy
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
This is a covid safe tour. Socially distance from other visitors to Al Masmak with your independent, self guided tour!
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Redemption information
You will receive a separate email from Vidi Guides with an access link to your tour
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
Too many people visit places without discovering anything about them. And we can’t let that happen.
We believe that the true essence of travelling lies in the joy of discovering the authentic face of cities, neighbourhood and cultural sites, and unlocking the many tales they hold.
With that spirit in our hearts, we started out in search of these stories hidden in the nooks and corners of Paris, London, Cambridge and Oxford's most iconic spots. We then dived into each place’s culture, history, and traditions by collaborating with historians, famous architects, photographers, street artists, and many more. What we ended up finding was a treasure trove of stories that we have meticulously tied together just for you!
But how to deliver this information? We didn’t want to create another Wikipedia, with people looking at their phones instead of the sites. And let’s face it, audioguides and headsets belong to the 20th century.. This is why we’ve created our own storytelling format. Podcast-style tours, enriched with photos and videos, that keep you wanting more.
Our goal is to create a form of travel that will make you truly discover the places you visit.
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