A traditional ceiling of wooden beams and palm fronds

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Plan Your Visit

To visit Sadus, send a visit request through the form below and the village team will contact you to confirm the date and details. The village is in Diriyah Governorate, about 70 km north-west of Riyadh.

Join our trial tours and walks, and discover a history that reaches across time in a village that is still full of life.

We welcome visit requests from individuals, families, groups, schools and universities. Fill in the form below and the village team will contact you to confirm the date and details.

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Questions about visiting Sadus

Where is Sadus Historic Village?

Sadus Historic Village is in Diriyah Governorate, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia, about 70 km north-west of the city of Riyadh.

How far is Sadus from Riyadh?

About 70 km north-west of Riyadh, which makes it an easy day trip from the capital. Directions are on the map on the Location page.

What can I do in Sadus?

Walk the lanes, mud-brick houses and heritage landmarks such as the fort and walls and the old mosque, follow the walking, cycling and hiking trails, visit the palm groves and farms, and join programs such as the Samri season and the monthly village market.

Who is a visit to Sadus for?

We welcome individuals, families, groups, schools and universities, as well as heritage lovers, tourists and researchers.

How do I book a visit?

Fill in the visit request form on this page and the village team will contact you to confirm the date and details. You can also request a specific experience from its own page.

Can I stay overnight in the village?

Not yet. A heritage inn is planned as part of the village development project; its opening date will be announced.

When is the best time to visit Sadus?

The winter months are the best time to visit; winter is also when the Samri season of traditional performing arts takes place.

Not sure yet?

Browse the activities and programmes, then come back to the form when you have chosen.

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