Az Zahir Travel Guide
Makkah
Popular places to visit

Kaaba
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.

Great Mosque of Makkah
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.
Al Diyafa Mall
During your visit to Makkah, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Al Diyafa Mall. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Makkah Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Makkah Museum during your travels in Makkah.
Al-Hukair Time
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Al-Hukair Time during your trip to Makkah.
The Clock Towers
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.
Top hotels in Az Zahir

Address Jabal Omar Makkah
It was clean, view was amazing and accessible to mosque.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Swissôtel Makkah
Room was clean, perfect location!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
Every thing was very good
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
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

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
Excellent location and extremely friendly and efficient staff. Special mention to the concierge team who professionally accomodated our every request. Also the reception team, check in and check out was quick and seemless. The buffets are not to be missed. Large variety and excellent quality.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Novotel Makkah Thakher City
Great breakfast. Helpful staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Az Zahir

At Taysir
At Taysir might not have many top sights, but Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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.

As Sulaymaniyah
As Sulaymaniyah might not have many top sights, but Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jabal Omar
If you're spending some time in Jabal Omar, Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition are top sights worth seeing.

Makkah City Center
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Makkah City Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Great Mosque of Makkah or Kaaba.
