Mecca travel guide
Mecca Tourism | Mecca Guide
You're Going to Love Mecca
With a population of 1.32 million, Mecca is a must-see destination in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.
When to visit Mecca
How to Get to Mecca
Plane
Although Mecca doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taif (TIF), which is located 46 miles from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 8h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 41 miles from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Key Car Rental, SA and Avis, among others, in Jeddah.
Airlines serving Mecca
Where to stay in Mecca
From 5-star hotels such as the Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah to great affordable options like the Violet Al Azizia Hotel, Mecca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £41 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £133 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Samama Almaqam Ajyad Hotel Makkah and Razana Al Rowdah.
Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Makkah Hotel, Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah and Intercontinental Hotels Dar Al Tawhid Makkah By IHG.
Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Shohada by Palm Rich Makkah have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £42 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca
Most booked hotels in Mecca
Hiring a car in Mecca
Hiring a car in Mecca costs £80 per day, on average, or £399 if you want to hire it for 5 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 55% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.
Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.