Saqr Al-Jazira Aviation Museum
متحف صقر الجزيرة للطيران
A Royal Saudi Air Force museum displaying fighter jets, transport planes, and the king's aircraft, ideal for aviation enthusiasts.
متحف صقر الجزيرة للطيران is run by the Royal Saudi Air Force and traces aviation history from early biplanes to modern fighter jets. Indoor and outdoor displays include dozens of aircraft, such as the F-15, Tornado, Lightning, and C-130 transport plane, along with the founding king's personal aircraft and flight simulators. Entry is cheap, and it is usually closed Friday mornings. It is near the northeastern ring road, about 15 km from the city center, and is best reached by taxi.
Opening hours
About 09:00–21:00 (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Riyadh Zoo
- Kingdom Centre
- Al Faisaliah Tower
- King Fahad National Library
- King Abdullah Park
- King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD)
- National Museum of Saudi Arabia
- Murabba Palace