DamascusFree things to do in Damascus
13 places in Damascus you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free landmarks & monuments in Damascus
- Sulaymaniya Takiya
- The Damascus Sword
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Mausoleum of Saladin
- نصب ساحة المرجة
Free parks & viewpoints in Damascus
- Ibn al Haitham Park
- Umayyads Parkشارع زنوبيا
- Al Jahez Park
- Sebki Park
- As'Salam Park
- حديقة المدفع
- Al Wahdeh Park
- Zaki Al Arsouzi Park
When museums in Syria open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in Damascus
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in Damascus, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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Sources: Places & entry fee: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked