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

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

King Fahad Gate

5/5(24 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Makkah with a stop at King Fahad Gate. 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

Souk Al-Khalil

You can enjoy retail therapy at Souk Al-Khalil during your stay in Makkah. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.

Souk Al-Khalil

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 ₹18,107 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
₹18,107
₹21,864 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
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! (291 reviews)
This hotel is brilliant as it’s new. Clean and fresh and the rooms are big. Breakfast was not as big as the other hotels but was kept well and clean. Hotel prayer room is excellent and has a fantastic view of the Kaaba. The hotel lobby is slightly confusing as there are two towers and trying to figure ...

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Swissôtel Makkah

Swissôtel Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Makkah
The price is ₹19,646 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
₹19,646
₹23,723 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Swissôtel Makkah
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Tower F Makkah
The price is ₹22,756 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹22,756
₹27,478 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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)
Staff very good

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Ibrahim Al Khalil Road, Makkah
The price is ₹19,894 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
₹19,894
₹24,022 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (534 reviews)
Great place , comfort and clean room, friendly stuff. The hotel has private mosque which you don’t need to go out in crowded times. I have stayed-in alot of 5 star hotel around the world i have not seen as this Breakfast too many types of food that suits everyone and every culture. Fantastic experience. ...

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Jumeirah Jabal Omar 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 ₹24,892 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
₹24,892
₹30,058 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
Hotel Pullman ZamZam Makkah

Hotel Pullman ZamZam Makkah

5 out of 5
Abraj Al-bait. Makkah
The price is ₹19,263 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
₹19,263
₹23,260 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Awesome stay overall!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hotel Pullman ZamZam Makkah
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Other neighbourhoods around Makkah City Center

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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
One of the most sacred places on earth. Al Masjid Alharam - Mecca

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
One of the most sacred places on earth. Al Masjid Alharam - Mecca

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

Makkah City Center Travel Guide

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