Qasr Al Hukm & Deera Square
قصر الحكم وساحة الديرة
The historic heart of Riyadh, a traditional square framed by the Qasr Al Hukm palace, the Grand Mosque, a clock tower, and an old city gate.
Deera is Riyadh's earliest district. قصر الحكم has served as the city's administrative center since the 18th century. The current building was rebuilt in Najdi style in the 1990s and is linked by a covered bridge to the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Grand Mosque. On the square stand the Deera Clock Tower, remnants of the old city wall, and Sumaisi Gate, with Masmak Fortress and the old market nearby. The square is open all day, and the building exteriors can be viewed freely. Take the Metro to Qasr Al Hukm station, then walk between Masmak Fortress and سوق الزل.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day
Nearby sights
- Souq Al Zal
- Al Masmak Palace
- Salam Park
- Murabba Palace
- National Museum of Saudi Arabia
- King Abdullah Park
- Wadi Hanifa
- Riyadh Zoo