Makkah City Center Travel Guide

Makkah

The kabah also referred as Al-Kaaba Mecca-Muazzama, is a building at the center of Islam's most sacred mosque, Al-Masjid al-Haram, in Mecca, al-Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. It is the most sacred Muslim site in the world. It is considered the "House of God" and has a similar role to the Tabernacle and Holy of Holies in Judaism. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims are expected to face the Kaaba when performing salat. From any point in the world, the direction facing the Kaaba is called the qibla
The kabah also referred as Al-Kaaba Mecca-Muazzama, is a building at the center of Islam's most sacred mosque, Al-Masjid al-Haram, in Mecca, al-Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. It is the most sacred Muslim site in the world. It is considered the "House of God" and has a similar role to the Tabernacle and Holy of Holies in Judaism. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims are expected to face the Kaaba when performing salat. From any point in the world, the direction facing the Kaaba is called the qibla
Kaaba is the only place on earth where the worship never quits. Million of #moslem people come from over the world to perform #hajj and #umrah throughout the year. And here in Masjidil Haram, the biggest mosque in the world, thousand of people do thawaf everytime, a circular (counter clockwise) movement with this Kaaba as the centre of worship. #mecca #masjidilharam #islam #kabah #blue
#stunningstructures The Great Mosque of Mecca and the tower clock in the background.
Reach to holly mosque

Popular places to visit

Muslim Pilgrims at The Kaaba in The Haram Mosque of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during Hajj.

Kaaba

5/5(39 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaaba, one of the top monuments in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Kaaba
evening in holly city of makkah

Great Mosque of Makkah

5/5(37 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Makkah during your trip to a top site such as Great Mosque of Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Great Mosque of Makkah
Rich versus Poor. The World's 3rd tallest building, Makkah Clock Tower of the Abraj Al-Bait towers is seen through the street of an old abandoned neighborhood atop a mountain, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

The Clock Towers

4/5(19 reviews)

After visiting The Clock Towers, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Clock Towers
A female pilgrim performs Umrah, walks between Safa and Marwa and reads prayers in the Sacred Mosque of Al Haram in Mecca.

Safa and Marwah

5/5(32 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Makkah when you stop by Safa and Marwah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Safa and Marwah

King Fahad Gate

5/5(24 reviews)

After visiting King Fahad Gate, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

King Fahad Gate

Well of Zamzam

5/5(28 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Makkah when you stop by Well of Zamzam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Well of Zamzam

Things to do

Half Day Historical Sites Tour in Mecca

Makkah Mecca (Ziyarats Privat ) Tour Half Day Historical Sites.

£47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Makkah Mecca (Ziyarats Privat ) Tour Half Day Historical Sites.
Jabal Al Noor

Experience the life of the Prophet in Makkah

£73
per traveller
Experience the life of the Prophet in Makkah
Masjid Al-Jinn

Discover the stories of Masjid Al-Jinn and Al-Ma'alla Cemetery

£73
per traveller
Discover the stories of Masjid Al-Jinn and Al-Ma'alla Cemetery
Makkah City Hotel to Madinah City Hotel Transfer

Makkah City Hotel to Madinah City Hotel Transfer

£207
per traveller
Makkah City Hotel to Madinah City Hotel Transfer
From Jeddah & Makkah: Taif Full Day Tour with Lunch

From Jeddah & Makkah: Taif Full Day Tour with Lunch

£255
per adult
From Jeddah & Makkah: Taif Full Day Tour with Lunch
Jeddah: Old Town Historical Highlights Tour

Jeddah: Old Town Historical Highlights Tour (Private)

£285
per adult
Jeddah: Old Town Historical Highlights Tour (Private)
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Top hotels in Makkah City Center

Address Jabal Omar Makkah

Address Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Road Makkah
The price is £154 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
£154
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (352 reviews)
⸻ Address Jabal Omar is a new hotel, but unfortunately the customer service is very poor. Even after the drop-off by the Jabal Omar shuttle bus, the hotel is not within the Haram area, and you still have to walk about 10–12 minutes to reach the Masjid. This might be manageable for young people, but ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Ibrahim Al Khalil Road, Makkah
The price is £211 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
£211
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy 6 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews)
It was clean, the staff were very nice especially Muhanad during checking in. The food was amazing overall a good experience

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel

Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel

5 out of 5
Ajyad General Street Makkah Makkah Province
The price is £118 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
£118
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (618 reviews)
The room was great. The food (Iftar buffet) was amazing. Hallway needs to be clean and carpet of the hallway needs to be changed.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Tower F Makkah
The price is £187 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£187
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Everything is good 😊

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
Swissôtel Makkah

Swissôtel Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Makkah
The price is £190 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
£190
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Staff at the restaurant is very poor service, specially those at the table services.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Swissôtel Makkah
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endownment Makkah
The price is £250 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£250
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy 10 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Makkah City Center

Beautiful night time view of Jabal Omar residential complex in front of Masjid al-Haram, Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Jabal Omar

If you're spending some time in Jabal Omar, Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition are top sights worth seeing.

Jabal Omar
A hazy look at the Makkah Clock Tower, tallest & largest clock tower in the world

Al Shubaikah

If you're spending some time in Al Shubaikah, Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition are top sights worth seeing.

Al Shubaikah
Low angle view of people walking in front of The Clock Towers in Riyadh city

Al Hajlah

While Al Hajlah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah.

Al Hajlah
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Al Haram

While there might not be top attractions in Al Haram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba.

Al Haram
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Jarwal

While there might not be top attractions in Jarwal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba.

Jarwal
Muslims pilgrims from all around the world circumabulate

Ajyad

Shopping and restaurants are some things travellers note about Ajyad. Check out Kaaba or Great Mosque of Makkah while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Ajyad

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