Bab Touma tour in Damascus

Tour in Old Damascus

Old Damascus is a historic city, famous for the scent of jasmine. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and has long been a center of ancient civilizations such as the Canaanites, Arameans, Romans, Byzantines, and the Umayyad Caliphate.

Departure from the nearest location to you.

Bab Touma Walking Tour
The tour begins at its historic gate, St. Thomas Gate (Bab Touma), one of the oldest gates of Damascus.
Visit duration: 30–45 minutes.

Visit to the Chapel of Saint Ananias
An ancient Byzantine church, considered a historic site associated with Saint Ananias, who baptized Saint Paul.
Visit duration: 20–30 minutes.

Al-Qaimariyah Quarter
Strolling through the old alleys, experiencing the authentic Damascene atmosphere and tasting traditional Damascene food.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours.

Visit to the Great Umayyad Mosque
One of the oldest mosques in the world, built on the remains of the Temple of Jupiter.
Visit duration: 30 minutes.

Visit to Al-Buzuriyah Market
Experience the vibrant traditional market atmosphere.
Duration: 15 minutes.

Visit to Khan Asaad Pasha
A historic caravanserai that once served as a commercial hub for caravans and traders from across the Middle East.
Visit duration: 15–30 minutes.

Lunch break at a restaurant
Free time.

Note: The program is flexible and can be adjusted. The tour starts early in the morning.