Al Shawqiyyah Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Al Shawqiyyah
Popular places to visit
Great Mosque of Makkah
You can learn more about the history of Makkah during your trip to a top site such as Great Mosque of Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Kaaba
Find out about the history of Kaaba, one of the top monuments in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
The Clock Towers
After visiting The Clock Towers, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Makkah. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Well of Zamzam
You can find out about the history of Makkah when you stop by Well of Zamzam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
King Fahad Gate
Learn about the local history of Makkah with a stop at King Fahad Gate. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Makkah Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Makkah Mall during your stay in Makkah. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Our pick of the best Al Shawqiyyah Hotel Deals
Swissôtel Makkah
Very clean, very close to haram
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
Perfect hotel for Umrah, the location is unbeatable, and the lifts are fast, which makes everything so convenient. The breakfast was decent, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. They provided me with gluten-free bread and cakes every morning, which was such a thoughtful gesture. ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana
Nice
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
Need to improve marking of the Elevators. Very to understand, which Elevator is coming. Specifically M2 to ground floor.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
The kids club made our experience memorable. They have a caring team there. Kids had a blast and didn’t want to leave. My wife and I were able to do our umrah with peace of mind
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Very clean and modern hotel few minutes away from the Haram
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Al Shawqiyyah
Al Hindawiyah
While Al Hindawiyah isn't home to many top sights, Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba are some notable places to visit nearby.
Al Misfalah
Though Al Misfalah may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah.
Jarham
While visiting Jarham, you might make a stop by sights like Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition.
Al Shubaikah
If you're spending some time in Al Shubaikah, Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition are top sights worth seeing.
Al Hajlah
While Al Hajlah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah.
At Taysir
At Taysir might not have many top sights, but Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
