Riyadh Old Town Walking Tour
From SAR 300
4 hours
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Destination Brief · Gateway to the Red Sea
Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's cultural melting pot, a centuries-old port city that has welcomed pilgrims, traders, and travelers from across the world, making it the Kingdom's most diverse destination. Its old town, Al Balad, is one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Hijazi architecture, with coral-stone houses and wooden balconies lining narrow alleys.
Along the Red Sea coast, the Jeddah Corniche and waterfront mosques like AlRahma Floating Mosque offer sunset views, while the city has become Saudi Arabia's art capital with galleries throughout Al Balad. Scuba diving and water sports on the Red Sea reefs are a major draw, alongside a thriving food scene spanning Hijazi specialties to international cuisine. King Abdulaziz International Airport connects Jeddah directly to Riyadh, Makkah, and beyond. Book a licensed guide below to explore Al Balad, the waterfront, and the Red Sea coast.
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Best visited October through March