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 4 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 75 km from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 11h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, 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 €64 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €158 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.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca
Most booked hotels in Mecca
Hiring a car in Mecca
Hiring a car in Mecca costs €39 per day, on average, or €156 if you want to hire it for 4 days.
The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.