Aleppo, Syria's second city, is famous for its magnificent Citadel, the world's longest covered souqs, and its world-renowned cuisine. The UNESCO-listed Old City is a must-see.
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The Citadel of Aleppo, the Ancient Souqs, the Great Umayyad Mosque, Khan al-Wazir, and the Church of the Forty Martyrs are among Aleppo's top attractions.
Aleppo is approximately 350km from Damascus, about 4–5 hours by car.
Aleppo offers a range of hotels from budget to luxury, particularly in the Azizieh, Shahba, and Jamiliyeh districts. Book through Bytnaa for verified listings.
Yes, Aleppo has seen significant improvement and welcomes tourists again. Central and modern areas are safe and suitable for accommodation.
Stories and tips from the Syria guide to plan your visit.
PlacesWhat to see in Aleppo: the Citadel, the covered souqs, the Great Mosque, the caravanserais and laurel soap — and where to eat kibbeh and cherry kebab.
Food & drinkWhy Aleppo is a great food city: dozens of kinds of kibbeh, cherry kebab, muhammara, Aleppo pepper and the famous Aleppo pistachio.
Food & drinkA guide to Syrian sweets: baklava and its family, Hama's halawet el-jibn, Damascene barazek and ghraybeh, ma'moul, knafeh and Arabic ice cream — and what to take home.
Food & drinkHow meze works in a Syrian restaurant: hummus, mutabbal, muhammara, tabbouleh and fattoush, how to order — and the battle over the bill.
Food & drinkDishes from the Syrian family table: stuffed vegetables, maqluba, sheikh al-mahshi, kibbeh in yoghurt, kishk and the winter pantry.
History & cultureHow to be a good guest in Syria: greetings, being invited home, coffee and food, mosques and churches, bargaining, tipping and Ramadan.