Riyadh Attractions
Antiquities
Riyadh Museum of History and Archaeology
This museum, chief among the numerous museums in Riyadh,
showcases local art, religion and culture, as well as the diverse
and intriguing history of the Arabian kingdoms, in eight sections.
Artefacts such as clothing, weapons, jewellery and musical
instruments, dating as far back as the Stone Age, are on display.
Other city museums worth visiting are the National Museum, which
contains ancient documents and furniture; the King Abdul Aziz
Military Museum; and the Museum of Antiquities and Folklore.
Address: West of the old city centre, Al-Bathaa;
Telephone: (0)1 419 1210;
Admission: SR15
