Tarout Castle Heritage Museum

Tarout Castle sits on Tarout Island in Qatif and overlooks one of the oldest continuously settled sites on the Arabian Gulf coast, with archaeological layers reaching back several millennia. The heritage museum associated with the castle introduces visitors to the deep history of Tarout, the role of the island in long-distance Gulf trade, traditional Qatif crafts and pearl diving, and the conservation of the castle itself. Displays combine excavated material, historic photographs, and ethnographic items connected to local life. Please verify access and current visiting arrangements from the official source before planning a visit.