If you’re not sure on what to do during your visit to Jeddah, check out the listed things to do below.
This post will be constantly updated with new items and up to date information.
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/s5K6yAydcymKhozama 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/sJ44EGrA6K32Flag Roundabout
The flagpole is the tallest of its kind, standing at 171 meters.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/bcdqTpauT9tJeddah’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/mZQj3YZX1vtThe Globehttps://goo.gl/maps/EwAetwLGSrjThe Magic Carpethttps://goo.gl/maps/EzFXBygG8112The Bicyclehttps://goo.gl/maps/DipsNvyUKA82Floating 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
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.
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/yC1UGFhmtq12Go 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
Horse RidingTrio Ranch
Contact Number: +966 50 5676000
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/nCX3AxanqtD2Fakieh 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!
To experience different cultures and way of life. To visit every country and witness the truth about them with complete disregard of the media speculation with very little budget.
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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
The Bicycle https://goo.gl/maps/DipsNvyUKA82
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
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
