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Mark Wiens in Old Damascus: 7 Spots
7 spots in Old Damascus, mapped from Best Syrian Food!! GIANT MILKSHAKES + Food Tour in Damascus, Syria!! by Mark Wiens.
The 7 spots
Bakdash
G863+CFJ, Damascus, Syria
Umayyad Mosque
G864+HM3، شارع الكلاسة، Damascus, Syria
Abu Shaker
G79V+5VG, Damascus, Syria
Beit al-Mamlouka
G877+2FF، جادة البكري، دمشق، Syria
Naranj
G856+PFV, Damascus, Syria
ANawfara Cafe
G865+J3M, Damascus, Syria
Al-Hamidiyeh Souq
G863+FFP, Souq Al Hamidya St, capital، Syria
From the video
Best Syrian Food!! GIANT MILKSHAKES + Food Tour in Damascus, Syria!! · Mark Wiens
Mark Wiens was captivated by the vibrant energy of Damascus, particularly the legendary Bakdash ice cream shop which he described as one of the busiest and coolest in the world. He was deeply impressed by the traditional Syrian breakfast spread and the unique, labor-intensive process of pounding pistachio ice cream.
Food from the video
Hummus with olive oil
Zatar and olive oil dip
Syrian string cheese
Cardamom coffee
Avocado and banana smoothie
Tamarind juice
Pistachio ice cream with sahlab and rose water
Planning notes
Trip guide
SYRIA TourismSYRIA TourismThe official portal of the Syrian Ministry of Tourism, providing information on cultural heritage, religious sites, and travel resources for Damascus and Syria.
Planning questions
Where did Mark Wiens eat in Old Damascus?
This guide maps all 7 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Old Damascus.
What are the must-try foods in Old Damascus?
Creator picks from the video include Hummus with olive oil, Zatar and olive oil dip, Syrian string cheese, Cardamom coffee. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.