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]]> Historical Sites Al Balad – Historic District (UNESCO) A UNESCO Heritage Site is the most visited tourist site in Jeddah. The 7th-century old town was the center of Jeddah. As the city progress, the center keeps moving further up north. However, Al Balad remains as the charm of the town with its towering clustered buildings and their unique hand carved wooden balconies known as Roshan. Begin your tour at Bab Jadid and get lost in amazement as you walk through the narrow alleyways. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/s5K6yAydcym Khozama Palace Khozama Palace was built in 1933 for the first King of Saudi Arabia; King Abdulaziz Al Saud. The palace is currently closed for restoration and estimated to be opened in 2020. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/iVpqaagHooA2

Famous Landmarks

King Fahad Fountain It is the tallest fountain in the world jetting water as high as 300 meters. The fountain turns on just before it gets dark until midnight. The view can also be enjoyed from Park Hyatt’s outdoor restaurant. It may also be a good idea to contact Park Hyatt to check if the fountain is running prior to visiting the location as it may not be running due to maintenance. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/sJ44EGrA6K32 Nada Al Nahdi - king fahad fountain - jeddah - saudi arabia - fountain jeddah.jpg Flag Roundabout The flagpole is the tallest of its kind, standing at 171 meters. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/bcdqTpauT9t Jeddah’s Roundabouts The unique structures that sit on top of the roundabouts are unique to Jeddah. Here are some famous roundabouts that are photo worthy The Lanterns https://goo.gl/maps/mZQj3YZX1vt The Globe https://goo.gl/maps/EwAetwLGSrj The Magic Carpet https://goo.gl/maps/EzFXBygG8112 Magic carpet - jeddah - saudi arabia - nada al nahdi .jpeg The Bicycle https://goo.gl/maps/DipsNvyUKA82 nada al nahdi - jeddah - saudi arabia - bicycle roundabout - bicycle jeddah.jpeg Floating Mosque (Al Rahma Mosque)

The mosque with a striking blue dome sits on top of a bridge that’s built in the water makes it a perfect place to watch sunset or sunrise.

Location: https://goo.gl/maps/SrtZpJztfrt

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Jeddah Sign Visit the iconic Jeddah Sign during sunset for great contrasting colors. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/tiPCMonC2tN2 nada al nahdi - things to do in jeddah - jeddah sign - jeddah sign corniche - saudi arabia (2).jpeg

Museum & Art Galleries

Darwish House of Museum This unique house hides behind Fuddruckers Restaurant off Al Andalus Road. The exterior showcase structures of traditional houses from different regions in Saudi. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/C3XqQVmSXbq Entrance Fee: Free Angawi House Here’s another mind-blowing masterpiece that has been built since 14 years ago. The architecture and a humble man; Sami Anggawi currently lives with his family in the house. Therefore, a visit to the house requires prior arrangements with Amirah. Contact Person: Amirah Mashat +966505685399. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/n6wUYfHPy442 Entrance Fee: 200 SAR/Person Minimum 15 people required. Abdul Raouf Khalil Museum  The museum is surrounded with antiquity shops and traditional restaurant which makes it a perfect place to spend a few hours in. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/7fW3rJLMaER2 Entrance Fee: 80 SAR / 22USD per person Darat Safiya Bin Zagr Website: www.daratsb.com Location: https://goo.gl/maps/GcVTqrohgPz Entrance Fee: Free Working Days:  Saturday Other days require a prior appointment.
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Athr Gallery Location: https://goo.gl/maps/aD2RfWsVdaL2 Entrance Fee: Free Museum of Arts Home Entrance Fee: 80 SAR / 22USD per person Location: https://goo.gl/maps/MCrjGg7cjfo

Activities

Attend an Event There’s always a fun-filled entertainment and events because Jeddawis know how to have fun! You can check the Entertainment Calendar from Rozanamah Website: https://roznamah.sa/en/ Jeddah Waterfront It is the perfect place to get active, may it be riding a bike, jog, run or simply watch a beautiful sunset contrasting against the famous Jeddah Sign. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/yC1UGFhmtq12 Jeddah waterfront - nada al nahdi - jeddah - saudi arabia Go on a Boat Trip or Spend the day at the beach There are regular boat trips arranged by Dive Stores across Jeddah that takes you out to the open water for diving, snorkeling or simply lounging and sunbathing. The trip goes on Fridays and Saturdays from 7a.m. to 5 p.m. Here are some tour operators who arrange boat trips. Desert Sea Dive +966 56 395 2008
Outdoor Activities Jeddah is surrounded by mountains that we love to hike on or climb on! There are many just 45 minutes outside Jeddah
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بالتعاون مع ( رابطة التسلق السعوديه_ و فريق جو اوت دور عن اعلان عن مغامرة جديدة رحلة رقم 88 ( هايكانج وًتسلق صخور ) الموافق 26/ اكتوبر /2018 التسجيل في الرحلة ارجو التكرم بزيارتنا للموقع الالكتروني في الاسفل . JeddahGoOutdoors.com. @saudiclimbingassociation ………………………………………………………………………… With collaboration with two group “Saudi climbin gassociation”group and “Go Outdoors” group We are pleased to announcing our New challenging trip name (Hiking And Rock Climbing) .. Date 26 October 2018 at 02:30 pm till 08: 30 pm Transportation: Not Secured. Get your own car For Register please visits our website . . Jeddahgooutdoors.com @saudiclimbingassociation ………………………………………………………………………….. Looking forward to join us

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Horse Riding Trio Ranch  Contact Number: +966 50 5676000 Location: https://goo.gl/maps/nCX3AxanqtD2
  Fakieh AquariumFakieh Aquarium focuses on species from the Red Sea. Keep in mind that singles (men) are not allowed entry without a female. Entrance Fee: 55 SAR/ 15 USD per person Location: https://goo.gl/maps/gHiARgj3dHF2 Website: www.fakiehaquarium.com

Cafe

Jeddah is big on cafes. I always like to take the tourists that come here to cafes to experience the social life which they always enjoy!
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مع الساعات الأولى للصباح, يقوم فريقنا باختبارات متعددة لضمان استخلاص افضل مذاق كوب قهوة تلبي رغبات عشاق ومحبين قهوتنـــــا.. ☕️ مقهى ومحمصة |مَدّ| ______________________________________________ During the earliest hours of our mornings, our baristas come to prepare for yet another day of love and dedication to the job; experimenting and constantly improving their skills, to make sure you get the best cup of coffee. Isn’t that what you came for? ☕️ ______________________________________________ #meddcafeandroastery #medd #coffee #speciality #organic #fairtrade #barista #baristadaily #jeddah #saudiarabia #مقهى_و_محمصة_مد #مد #قهوة #عضوية #مختصة #تجارة_عادلة #جدة #السعودية #باريستا

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]]> Al Wa’abahCrater is a massive volcanic crater with a depth of 250 meters and 2 km width. It’s located 350 km from Jeddah, it takes about 4 hours drive.

Location: https://goo.gl/maps/vNyG2o8a3RotthER7

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It is a great place for camping and hiking. The hike was not easy due to the heat from the sun right on top of your head. It’s not easy to find shade while descending to the beautiful sodium phosphate base as well as the climb up to the rim.

It would be wise to wear a hat or tie a shemagh around your head and bring at least 2 liter of water in an insulated water bottle so it will stay cold. 

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It is recommended to start the hike as early as possible and climb up before the sun strikes. It is recommended to attempt the hike only in winter season from December to February. 

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The time to climb down and up really depends on how much stops you make but it takes about 45 to 60 minutes each. There is a rocky trail to follow and it goes in a zigzag like pattern. The climb up definitely took much longer than going down.

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What’s great is that it is very secluded in the middle of nowhere and there is only a handful of people around. There were other tents and hikers but the rim is so big that you can pitch your tent away from others.

It was just us by the edge of the crater; accompanied by millions of bright stars, full moon light and brisk winds singing to our ears.

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The sunrise is something you should not miss! Climb down and enjoy the sunrise over the plateau.

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If you haven’t been there, then it’s a perfect place for a weekend adventure with friends or family! 😀 Just make sure to bring extra necessities because there isn’t any shop around the area.

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“You could see it as heaps of gravel,

surrounding a massive hole,

or

a magnificent corollary,

of the mighty mother nature;

breeds beauty,

from an enigmatic catastrophe”

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