Makkah City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Art work on King Fahd entry gate to the Haram

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Makkah City Center Hotel Deals

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Ibrahim Al Khalil Road, Makkah
The price is NZ$310 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$310
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (612 reviews)
Hands down an amazing experience. I hada small issue over breakfast, but staff were quickly to resolve and you were able to enjoy the hotel services and have an amazing stay. great location away from clock tower, easy to walk to Al Haram and back and not having to push through huge numbers of people. ...

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Tower F Makkah
The price is NZ$305 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
NZ$305
26 Apr - 27 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
Ideally located, clean spacious rooms

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel

Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel

5 out of 5
Ajyad General Street Makkah Makkah Province
The price is NZ$298 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$298
11 Apr - 12 Apr
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! (627 reviews)
Has a pleasant stay and staff was very helpful. Special shout out to Nazrul and Naeem. They were very professional, kind, and helpful.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel
Swissôtel Makkah

Swissôtel Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Makkah
The price is NZ$325 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
NZ$325
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (1,014 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay. Meals were great, very friendly staff and convenient location.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Swissôtel Makkah
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel

King Abdul Aziz Endownment Makkah
The price is NZ$354 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
NZ$354
18 Apr - 19 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Makkah. Enjoy 10 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Very friendly staff

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
Address Jabal Omar Makkah

Address Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Road Makkah
The price is NZ$330 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
NZ$330
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
Great hotel and room but needs amenities nearby- no shops or food options worth mentioning

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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