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Royal Saudi Airforce Museum

Saqr Aljazeera Aviation Museum

Presents a history of Royal Saudi Airforce and Saudi Aviation throughout the years. Most prominent attraction is the L-1011 Lockheed TriStar, which serves as a gate guard for the museum and can be seen while on the road.

Getting there: Eastern Ring Road, Between Exits 10 and 11.
Hours: 8AM to 11AM and 4PM to 9PM
Price: SR10

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