Mecca, Saudi Arabia travel tips
Real traveler tips for Mecca in Saudi Arabia: hostels, food, transport, hikes, activities, hidden gems, night life, social life and costs — shared by travelers who have actually been there.
Transport in Mecca
- omar_h88: Does anyone know if the Mashaer Metro is running during the off-season or just during Hajj? Trying to figure out the easiest way to get between the holy sites without relying totally on taxis.
Food in Mecca
- sarah_k: The Albaik near the mosque is always crowded obviously but it's worth the wait. Prices are still really good compared to everything else in the malls.
Costs in Mecca
- ahmed_v: Standard hotel prices seem to have jumped a lot recently even for basic rooms near the Haram.
Hidden gems in Mecca
- maryam_x: If you have time, take a taxi out to the Exhibition of the Two Holy Mosques. Most people skip it but it has some really interesting historical pieces and old doors from the Kaaba.
Social life in Mecca
- faisal92: Is there a specific spot where people usually gather to just talk after Isha prayers?
General in Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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