Tourists can take their children to swim in the Olympic Pool at this sports complex.…

This is a mass of bare rock. What is exciting is the myth surrounding it,…

This is an interesting museum showcasing pieces from the 1973 “October” war with Israel. The…

This is an extremely remarkable museum and a must stop for any visitor to Damascus.…

This is one of Damascus’s most interesting museums. It is worth a visit since it…

Exhibits at this museum date all the way back to the Bronze Age. The simplest…

This company offers a number of tours around Damascus and other Syrian cities. Tours vary…

Cham Tours offer three main packages. These include the Fast Tour, Exploration Tour and the…

This group offers a number of tours around Damascus that vary in duration and price.…

These operators offer a variety of packages. Most of these tours involve exploration of not…

Located near the shopping district, this hotel is in an ideal location in the Al…

This hotel is in a fantastic location, close to the Old City and the major…

‘Homely’ best describes the ambiance of this hotel. Rooms are clean and comfortable and guests…

This hotel is extremely popular amongst tourists because of its excellent location and more than…

This hotel is quite popular with Iranian pilgrims who come to visit the holy shrines…

This hotel is located close to the National Museum and other sites. The décor is…

This music store stocks a brilliant collection of music from all genres (classical, contemporary, jazz…

This is a wonderful store that sells some of the most beautiful and intricately carved…

This shop is a must stop for any tourist visiting Damascus. Named after the famous…

Anat is a wonderful place to shop for Damascene souvenirs. It sells a number of…

Anat is a wonderful place to shop for Damascene souvenirs. It sells a number of…

This shop sells some very fascinating and interesting handicrafts. Customers will fall in love with…

The restaurant is small and intimate and is great for those with a tight budget.…

For those on a budget, this is a great place to eat out. This roadside…

For those on a budget, this is a great place to eat out. The restaurant…

For those on a budget, this is a great place to eat out. The restaurant…

This is a great place to hang out and is extremely popular with the younger…

Housed in the courtyard of a beautiful old Damascene house dating back to the 1700s,…

The restaurant is small and intimate and is great for those with a tight budget.…

For those on a budget, this is a great place to eat out. This roadside…

For those on a budget, this is a great place to eat out. The restaurant…

For those on a budget, this is a great place to eat out. The restaurant…

This is a great place to hang out and is extremely popular with the younger…

Housed in the courtyard of a beautiful old Damascene house dating back to the 1700s,…

This important occasion occurs every year upon the sighting of the new moon, marking the…

This event is held annually in October at the Arab Cultural Center and has been…

This event is held annually for four days in August at the Damascus New Fair…

Held annually in August at the Citadel for six nights, this open air festival features…

This event is held annually from July to August in Teshreen Park, which is Damascus’s…

Annually held in June for the past seven years, this event lasts about five days…

Damascus – Syria

Damascus has a population of 1.5 million people. The majority of the population are Muslims…

Inhabited since 10,000 B.C., Damascus is one of the world’s most ancient cities, boasting a…

Damascus is the capital of Syria. Apart from being the political center of the country,…

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1st January- New Year’s Day   1st May- Labor Day   15th August- Assumption Day…

Tourists driving themselves in Damascus should keep a few things in mind. All drivers must…

From Damascus International Airport:   The city centre is located 25 kilometers from the airport.…

Renting a car in Damascus is easy and advisable. It is however, costly to do…

Taxis are plentiful in Damascus. Some, however, are in terrible condition whilst others are shiny…

There are two main bus stations located within Damascus. These, however, take passengers outside of…

Even though Damascus is generally very safe, there are some points worth remembering. It is…