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Public Transport

Mecca

Copyright: Pierre-Luc Auclair
DESTINATIONS saudi arabia mecca Tourist Information Public Transport

Public Transport

The best way to get to Mecca is by car or bus from Jeddah. Saptco is the company that runs intercity transportation in Saudi Arabia and they provide regular bus lines from Jeddah to Mecca: www.saptco.com.sa There is also a metro line in Mecca (planned to be expanded to four), but it only operates during Hajj season to provide safe transportation for pilgrims and reduce traffic congestion.

Tourist Information

Can I visit Mecca as a Tourist? Copyright: Victor Z/Shutterstock.com
Can I visit Mecca as a Tourist?
Mecca is the holiest city in Islam and Saudi law strictly forbids non-Muslims from entering it. Documents will be checked upon entry at dedicated checkpoints, and non-Muslims will be redirected to a motorway that bypasses the city. Pilgrims must show proof of being Muslim (a certificate is needed for those converted to Islam) and …
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Cultural Norms
When strolling and exploring the city, please make sure you wear the appropriate attire. Women should be covered from neck to ankle and in certain areas scarves are used to cover the face and head. Shorts and tank tops should not be worn outside of your accommodation by women. For men, loose clothing is …
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Passport / Visa Copyright: TukTuk Design/Shutterstock.com
Passport / Visa
Saudi Arabia introduced a new eVisa system in October 2019, dramatically simplifying visa applications for citizens of multiple world countries, including the USA, Canada, China, Japan, Australia, and much of Europe. The new multiple-entry visa will be processed within record time (as quickly as 30 minutes), issued for one year, and will allow visitors …
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Best Time to Visit
The weather in Mecca is hot and dry year round, but there is some variation between summer and winter. Most tourists and pilgrims visit Mecca during the somewhat cooler winter months and avoid the city during the hottest period (June-August). Mecca sees almost no precipitation and winds are usually very calm which, coupled with …
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King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) Copyright: Juan Garces
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) is located in Jeddah and is the largest airport in Saudi Arabia. Often called 'the gateway to Mecca', it has a dedicated terminal for Hajj, which is active during Hajj season (during the last month of the Islamic calendar,) to help accommodate the vast number of pilgrims. Buses and …
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Public Transport Copyright: Pierre-Luc Auclair
Public Transport
The best way to get to Mecca is by car or bus from Jeddah. Saptco is the company that runs intercity transportation in Saudi Arabia and they provide regular bus lines from Jeddah to Mecca: www.saptco.com.sa There is also a metro line in Mecca (planned to be expanded to four), but it only operates during Hajj …
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Taxi Copyright: ArrivalGuides
Taxi
Taxis are readily available at the Jeddah Airport and in Mecca, but for moving around in the city, especially during Hajj season, it is more advisable to just walk, as traffic is congested. A taxi ride from Jeddah to Mecca takes one hour and can cost between 150 and 200 SAR, depending on the …
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Pharmacy Copyright: Gemma Garner
Pharmacy
Nahdi Pharmacy Makkah …
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Post Office Copyright: Andy Fuchs
Post Office
Central Post Office …
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Telephone Copyright: Jardson Almeida
Telephone
Country code: +966 Area code: …
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Electricity Copyright: Stirling Tschan
Electricity
125/215 Volts AC, …
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