Ancient City of Damascus
Region: Damascus Old City
Cultural Heritage
World's oldest city ruins with city gates, Umayyad Mosque, and souks.
Tourism in Syria
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Umayyad Mosque
Region: Damascus
Religious Architecture
Grand mosque from 8th century with magnificent mosaic decoration.
Aleppo Citadel
Region: Aleppo
Fortress
Massive fortress with moat and stone bridge encircling entire hill, retaining BCE foundations.
Palmyra Ruins
Region: Tadmur, Homs Governorate
Cultural Heritage
Silk Road trading city featuring temple complexes and colonnaded streets.
Krak des Chevaliers
Region: Homs Governorate
Crusader Castle
Most important Crusader stronghold, called masterpiece of medieval military architecture.
Bosra Roman Theatre
Region: Bosra, Daraa Governorate
Ancient Ruins
Well-preserved circular theatre built of black basalt.
Maaloula Village
Region: Rif Dimashq Governorate
Historic Settlement
Mountain village where Western Aramaic is still spoken, with monastery reflected on cliffs.
Ancient Villages of Northern Syria (Dead Cities)
Region: Idlib and Aleppo Governorates
Archaeological Ruins
4th-6th century agricultural village ruins scattered across dry plateau.
Lake Assad and Tabqa Dam
Region: Raqqa Governorate
Nature/Modern Architecture
Man-made lake damming Euphrates River, beautiful for bird watching and sunset views.
Latakia Coast (Shatt al-Azraq)
Region: Latakia Governorate
Beach Resort
Mediterranean white sand and pine forest resort.
Suggested itineraries
7-Day World Heritage Highlights
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Damascus Old City, Krak des Chevaliers, Palmyra, Aleppo Citadel
Circuit tour traveling north by land, balancing history and culinary culture experience.
10-Day Mediterranean to Euphrates
Duration (days): 10
Highlights: Latakia Coast, Mountain Monasteries, Lake Assad Cruise, Halabi cuisine tour
Enjoy topographical changes from coastline resorts to inland desert and local cuisines.
Travel tips
- Pre-departure embassy visa application recommended.
- Carry small denomination US dollars or euros, use local exchange.
- In ancient ruins, summer sun is intense; don't forget hat and hydration.
- Female travelers should wear clothing covering shoulders and knees.
- Long-distance travel mainly by private bus and chartered taxi.
- Hotels require passport presentation for registration.
- Always obtain permission before photographing people or military personnel.
- Liquid souvenirs like soap or perfume subject to airport security carry-on restrictions.
- During Ramadan, restaurant operating hours vary.
- At hammam (public bath), bring towel and slippers for convenience.