The National Museum

Walk with us through a living timeline of the Arabian Peninsula! Your journey begins in the Man and the Universe Hall with incredible fossils and meteorites, then progresses through the majestic ancient trade routes of the Arabian Kingdoms. We will provide in-depth context on the rise of Islam, explore the founding of the two early Saudi states, and experience the powerful re-enactment of the nation's unification in the King Abdulaziz Hall. We conclude with a look at the history of the Two Holy Mosques, leaving you with a profound understanding of Saudi Arabia's 10,000-year history. This is more than a tour—it's an interactive, educational deep dive into the soul of a kingdom.

The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) serves as Saudi Arabia’s premier historical and cultural institution, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the Kingdom and the Arabian Peninsula. For general visitors, Darah oversees key historical sites within the larger King Abdulaziz Historical Center, including the restored Murabba Palace (the former residence of King Abdulaziz) and the National Museum, offering tours, educational exhibits, and access to halls dedicated to the founding monarch. For researchers and academics, Darah provides specialized, world-class services, including access to vast archives of historical documents, manuscripts, and photographs, along with services for restoration, digitalization, and publishing specialized books and journals, thus serving as the ultimate reference point for Saudi national memory and research.