About Ad Dirah Metro Station
Ad Dirah Metro Station serves the Ad Dirah district - the historic heart of old Riyadh, home to the famous Ad Dirah Souq (gold and traditional market), the Masmak Fortress, and the restored pedestrianised heritage quarter. This station, combined with the nearby Qasr Al Hokm stop, gives the Riyadh Metro two points of access to the historic city core - one of the most culturally significant areas in the Kingdom.
Station Overview
Underground Zone 1 Orange Line station. Between Al Mursalat to the west and Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line interchange) immediately to the east. Opened 2024.
Lines and Connectivity
Orange Line only at this station. Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line interchange) is the immediately adjacent stop east - a very short ride for Blue Line transfers.
Facilities
WiFi, toilets, and a staffed information desk. The station serves cultural visitors, heritage tourists, and market shoppers throughout the day and evening.
Accessibility
Underground station with lifts throughout, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors. The surrounding pedestrianised heritage area has been designed with smooth paved surfaces for ease of access.
Travel Tips
- Ad Dirah Souq (gold and spice market) is 3 minutes on foot from the station exit.
- Masmak Fortress is 5 minutes on foot - the most important heritage site in central Riyadh.
- The heritage quarter is most lively from late afternoon to 10 PM - especially on Thursday evenings.
- Transfer at the next stop east (Qasr Al Hokm) for the Blue Line to KAFD and the Olaya corridor.
Nearby Attractions
Ad Dirah Souq - 3 minutes on foot. The traditional gold, spice, and handicraft market in a restored heritage setting.
Masmak Fortress - 5 minutes on foot. The 19th-century mud-brick fortress that is the founding symbol of modern Saudi Arabia.
Deera Square - 4 minutes on foot. The historic central square of old Riyadh.
Timings and Best Time to Travel
Sunday to Thursday 06:00 to midnight, Friday 13:00 to 02:00, Saturday 06:00 to 02:00. The heritage district is liveliest Thursday evenings and Friday mornings.
Nearest Metro to Ad Dirah Souq (gold and spice market)
If you are heading to Ad Dirah Souq (gold and spice market), Ad Dirah Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Orange Line. It also gives easy access to Masmak Fortress and Deera Square. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Station Timings
First Train
06:00
Last Train
00:00
Times shown are approximate. Timings may vary on public holidays. Check the official Riyadh Metro app for live updates.
Traveller Tips
- 1Ad Dirah Souq is 3 minutes on foot - gold, spice, and handicraft market.
- 2Masmak Fortress is 5 minutes - founding heritage site of Saudi Arabia.
- 3Best visited Thursday evening and Friday morning when the market is most active.
- 4Transfer to Blue Line at next stop east (Qasr Al Hokm).