7 tourist places to visit in Buraydah and Al Qassim

Buraidah, the capital of Al Qassim province, is rich in heritage and offers numerous tourist places and things to do for travelers.

Buraydah Museum

Buraydah Museum is a beautiful free Museum discussing Saudi Arabia’s history with the story of the Royal Family starting from King Abdul Aziz Bin Saud.

One of the things to do in Buraydah is to see the 1951 Cadillac used by King Abdul Aziz. The collection of coins as currency notes is impressive.

• Buraidah Museum Location.
• Buraidah Museum Timing: 8 am to 2 pm.

Al Musawkaf Market

If you want to buy some souvenirs or traditional items during your stay in Buraidah or Al Qassim, you should visit Al Musawkaf Market. Not only the shopping but you will enjoy the classic environment too.

• Al Musawkaf Market location.
• Al Musawkaf Market Timing: 4 pm to 10 pm.

Al Shinanah Historical Tower

Located around 100 km from Buraydah, Al-Shanana Tower was built nearly 200 years ago with water and clay to protect the village of Shanana from the invaders. Al-Shanana Tower is a place worth visiting for tourists coming to Al Qassim from around the world.

• Al Shinanah Historical Tower Location.

Talents Garden Protected Birds

If you are a group of 5,6 people who want to feed birds in Buraidah, this is the place to visit. You need a booking to visit this place, which costs SR 200 for six people.

Each family is provided a private slot for feeding birds and a private sitting area where tea & water are served. 

• Talents Garden Protected Birds Location.
• Ticket Cost: SR 200 for a group of 6 people.
• WhatsApp Booking: 0560455255

Aloqilat Museum

Al Oqilat is a unique museum focusing on a special generation who established the economic market in the Central Province of Saudi Arabia. Any tourist interested to know Al Qassim’s history should visit this place in Buraidah.

• Aloqilat Museum Timing: 8.30 am – 12 pm and 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm.
• Aloqilat Museum Location.

King Abdullah National Park

If you want to enjoy the fountain show in Buraidah, there is no other place to visit but King Abdullah National Park. It is a well-maintained facility with several male and female comfort rooms and got lots of trees and a lush garden to relax with family or friends.

King Abdullah National Park Location.

Al Nakheel Plaza

If you are in the mood for shopping while roaming around Buraidah, head towards Al Nakheel Plaza. It is probably the biggest shopping mall of Al Qassim, with several shopping options, a food court, and a grocery store.

• Al Nakheel Plaza Location.