Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Hegra February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hegra Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hegra.dx6118161)[Hotels in Hegra](https://expedia.co.uk/Hegra-Hotels.d6118161.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Hegra](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hegra.d6118161.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Hegra Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hegra.d6118161.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hegra Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hegra.d6118161.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Hegra ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Hegra Types of activities [Hegra travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hegra.dx6118161) ![“Qasr al-Farid” means “the lonely castle”, so called because it stands completely isolated from the others. But despite its fanciful name, Qasr al-Farid is only a tomb. It was carved out of a single rock sometime in the first century A.D., but its facade was never finished which makes the tomb an interesting study. The heavily chiselled surface of the lower third documents how these tombs were fashioned from the top down. Qasr al-Farid is just one of ninety-odd such monumental tombs carved here during the heyday of the Nabataeans.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131697/2e554f36-2f3a-4311-b5e3-5bbbfdb1ed9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![“Qasr al-Farid” means “the lonely castle”, so called because it stands completely isolated from the others. But despite its fanciful name, Qasr al-Farid is only a tomb. It was carved out of a single rock sometime in the first century A.D., but its facade was never finished which makes the tomb an interesting study. The heavily chiselled surface of the lower third documents how these tombs were fashioned from the top down. Qasr al-Farid is just one of ninety-odd such monumental tombs carved here during the heyday of the Nabataeans.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131697/2e554f36-2f3a-4311-b5e3-5bbbfdb1ed9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Amazing trip to Madain Saleh, Saudi Arabia. There are many rocks carved like this, plus lots of other other-worldly rocks there. It's a little like a smaller version of Petra (dates from around the same time), without the crowds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131697/e103c53f-c00a-4edd-9b98-121d543c3f51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Hegra Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Hegra has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Hegra, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6118161) ## Recommended things to do in Hegra | Number of things to do | 44 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Al Ula Oasis Walking Tour Experience](/things-to-do/al-ula-oasis-walking-tour-experience.a51240620.activity-details): £13 | | Top 5 things to do | [Hegra Tour: AlUla’s No.1 Haven For Nature, Wildlife Lovers](/things-to-do/vip-safari-tour-in-sharaan-reserve-nature.a49266341.activity-details)[Tour AlUla's Old Town](/things-to-do/tour-alulas-old-town.a49190641.activity-details)[Old Town Entrance Ticket](/things-to-do/old-town-entrance-ticket.a49997124.activity-details)[Visiting the Incredible Heritage Site Hegra in AlUla.](/things-to-do/visiting-the-incredible-heritage-site-hegra-in-alula.a49084513.activity-details)[Al Ula Oasis Walking Tour Experience](/things-to-do/al-ula-oasis-walking-tour-experience.a51240620.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Hegra Tour: AlUla’s No.1 Haven For Nature, Wildlife Lovers](/things-to-do/vip-safari-tour-in-sharaan-reserve-nature.a49266341.activity-details)[Tour AlUla's Old Town](/things-to-do/tour-alulas-old-town.a49190641.activity-details)[Old Town Entrance Ticket](/things-to-do/old-town-entrance-ticket.a49997124.activity-details)[Visiting the Incredible Heritage Site Hegra in AlUla.](/things-to-do/visiting-the-incredible-heritage-site-hegra-in-alula.a49084513.activity-details)[Private Zipline Experience in AlUla](/things-to-do/private-zipline-experience-in-alula.a49319421.activity-details) | | With kids | [Tour AlUla's Old Town](/things-to-do/tour-alulas-old-town.a49190641.activity-details)[Visiting the Incredible Heritage Site Hegra in AlUla.](/things-to-do/visiting-the-incredible-heritage-site-hegra-in-alula.a49084513.activity-details)[Al Ula Oasis Walking Tour Experience](/things-to-do/al-ula-oasis-walking-tour-experience.a51240620.activity-details)[Hegra Al Ula: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight](/things-to-do/alula-sunrise-hot-air-balloon-flight.a47668477.activity-details)[Discover Remarkable Tombs in Dadan and Jabal Ikmah](/things-to-do/discover-remarkable-tombs-in-dadan-and-jabal-ikmah.a49163219.activity-details) | ## What to do in Hegra --- ### Popular places to visit ![“Qasr al-Farid” means “the lonely castle”, so called because it stands completely isolated from the others. But despite its fanciful name, Qasr al-Farid is only a tomb. It was carved out of a single rock sometime in the first century A.D., but its facade was never finished which makes the tomb an interesting study. The heavily chiselled surface of the lower third documents how these tombs were fashioned from the top down. Qasr al-Farid is just one of ninety-odd such monumental tombs carved here during the heyday of the Nabataeans.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131697/2e554f36-2f3a-4311-b5e3-5bbbfdb1ed9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Al-Hijr Archaeological Site You can learn about the history of Hegra with a visit to Al-Hijr Archaeological Site. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Hijr-Archaeological-Site-Al-Ula.d891441065576394752.Attraction) #### AlUla Museum You can study the exhibits at AlUla Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Al-'Ula. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AlUla-Museum-Al-Ula.d553248621532391439.Attraction) #### Mada'in Saleh Train Station You can study the exhibits at Mada'in Saleh Train Station, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hegra. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Madain-Saleh-Train-Station-Al-Ula.d553248621532391589.Attraction) #### Al Diwan Learn about the local history of Hegra when you take a trip to Al Diwan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Diwan-Madain-Saleh.d553248621532391591.Attraction) #### Umm al-Daraj You can learn about the history of Al-'Ula with a trip to Umm al-Daraj. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Umm-Al-Daraj-Al-Ula.d553248621532391440.Attraction) #### Al'Ula Oasis Explore the great outdoors at Al'Ula Oasis, a lovely green space in Al-'Ula. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AlUla-Oasis-Aljadidah.d957210376733515776.Attraction) #### Jebel Khuraibah You can learn about the history of Al-'Ula with a visit to Jebel Khuraibah. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jebel-Khuraibah-Al-Ula.d553248621532391441.Attraction) #### Dadan Learn about the local history of Al-'Ula when you spend time at Dadan. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dadan-Al-Ula.d890902101881253888.Attraction) #### Qasr al-Saneh Learn about the local history of Hegra when you spend time at Qasr al-Saneh. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Qasr-Al-Saneh-Madain-Saleh.d553248621532391587.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Hegra ![Tomb Lihyan Son of Kuza or Qasr al-Farid at Hegra, Saudia Arabia - most popular landmark in Mada'in Salih archaeological site, sandy desert landscape, morning sun background - high resolution panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131697/370bf7ae-1db3-4520-b2b0-718f7ea94290.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Al-'Ula ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hegra worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Hegra? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Hegra? ### Is three days enough to stay in Hegra? ### What are some activities to do in Hegra with kids? > - [Tour AlUla's Old Town](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-alulas-old-town.a49190641.activity-details) > - [Visiting the Incredible Heritage Site Hegra in AlUla.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visiting-the-incredible-heritage-site-hegra-in-alula.a49084513.activity-details) > - [Al Ula Oasis Walking Tour Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/al-ula-oasis-walking-tour-experience.a51240620.activity-details) > - [Hegra Al Ula: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alula-sunrise-hot-air-balloon-flight.a47668477.activity-details) > - [Discover Remarkable Tombs in Dadan and Jabal Ikmah](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-remarkable-tombs-in-dadan-and-jabal-ikmah.a49163219.activity-details) ### What to do in Hegra for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Hegra? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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