Book tickets for entry to the Clock Tower Museum and the terrace overlooking the Haram in Mecca

An unforgettable experience at the Makkah Clock Tower Museum: visit the museum and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Holy Mosque.

Discover one of Mecca's most prominent landmarks, perched 480 meters above the Grand Mosque . The Clock Tower Museum is a major attraction in Mecca, part of the Abraj Al Bait complex, and an ideal destination for astronomy enthusiasts and those interested in stars and planets.
A visit to the Clock Tower offers an enjoyable and interactive journey for all visitors to learn about the beauty of the universe and the mechanisms of timekeeping, along with a range of interesting activities suitable for different ages.
The Clock Tower Museum takes you on a fascinating journey through the world of astronomy, the mysteries of time, the history of Mecca, the development of the Grand Mosque area, and the panoramic view of the Holy Kaaba from its observation deck . It's the perfect destination for anyone seeking a unique spiritual and scientific experience.

The museum is located on the 47th floor of the tower , and spans the last four floors of the tower, directly behind the huge clock face.

Below the base of the clock is the terrace overlooking Mecca and the Grand Mosque, which provides you with a safe and easy view of the entire area from a height of up to 480 meters. Telescopes are available for viewing.

Due to the nature and location of the tower, the crowding factor and the timing of the visit must be taken into account , and it is certainly preferable to book tickets in advance to avoid crowding and waiting in entry queues.
Choose your ticket category and book your ticket now from here to ensure a great visit experience to the Clock Tower Museum.

Ticket categories for entry to the Clock Tower Museum:

Terrace only: Tickets are reserved for entry to the panoramic terrace overlooking the Holy Mosque in Mecca for a period of 20 minutes.

This ticket includes:

• Private access to the panoramic terrace for photography and contemplation of the Grand Mosque from a height of 480 meters.

• The possibility of using binoculars or a telescope.

Museum and Terrace: Tickets allow entry to the museum, terrace and basic facilities for 45 minutes.

This ticket includes:

• Accessing the main display areas.

• Access to the balcony is limited to a specific time.

• Using the digital guide.

VIP Ticket: This ticket gives you additional benefits for 120 minutes.
This ticket includes:

• Fast Track entry without waiting or standing in lines.

• A special entrance via a private corridor to the VIP lounge with special hospitality and seating.

• A private tour of the museum with a private tour guide.

• Access to the distinctive balcony overlooking the Kaaba for 20 minutes during the tour.

Working hours

• Saturday - Thursday: 9 AM - 11 PM.

• Friday: 2 PM – 11 PM.

• The balcony is open until 11:30 PM

Please note that booking or purchasing requires us to send you the ticket after it has been issued to the email and mobile number used in the booking.

Museum location:

The entrance is located opposite the southern courtyard gate of the sanctuary. Visitors should enter through the main entrance of the clock towers, then proceed to the elevators on the ground floor and reach floor P9.
After reaching P9, the visitor should follow the directional signs until reaching the museum entrance.

• The museum does not allow large bags (such as suitcases) or food and drinks.