Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) welcomed British Crown Prince William on Monday evening. This special meeting took place in the historic At-Turaif district of Diriyah. This is Prince William’s first official visit to Saudi Arabia. The two leaders spent time together and saw the ancient heritage of Saudi Arabia. During this time there were strict security arrangements and this place was closed for the common people for some time.
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What did the two leaders see in Diriyah?
The two princes visited At-Turaif, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They also visited Salwa Palace, which used to be the main center of the Saudi kingdom. There both the leaders posed for memorable photographs. During this, the Saudi Crown Prince also told about the master plan of Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA). He gave information about how this historical place is being transformed into a major cultural and tourism center of the world.
Prince William’s further program in Saudi Arabia
This yatra is scheduled to run from 9 February to 11 February 2026. According to the information received, Prince William’s next stop will be AlUla, where he will discuss wildlife conservation and the ‘Prince of Wales House’ project. In addition, their program also includes these places:
Boulevard City: Here they will participate in an e-sports event. MISK Sports City: Here he will meet Saudi women football players.
Rules and tickets for visiting Diriyah for common people
At-Turaif was closed for VIP visits on Monday, but has been reopened to the general public from Tuesday, 10 February 2026. If you are planning to visit here, then the information given below may be useful to you.
FACILITY RULES OR PRICES Diriyah Entry Pass SAR 50 (often redeemable for food and drinks) Children’s entry Free parking for children under 13 SAR 30 for 3 hours Valet parking SAR 195 Booking method Online booking from tickets.diriyah.sa Required dress code Casual clothing as per local culture
