Fun Things to Do in Jeddah

The original Al Baik, born in Jeddah 1974. Saudi Arabia's most beloved fried chicken chain with legendary garlic sauce. An essential experience.

Heart of Al-Balad seafood gem. Fresh catch of the day, succulent shrimp, and traditional rice. Well-known to locals for authentic Jeddah flavor.

Winner of best restaurant in Jeddah three years running. Homegrown Nikkei cuisine favorite blending Japanese precision with Peruvian boldness.

Popular mid-range Turkish restaurant with legendary kebabs over a foot long. A Jeddah favorite for authentic Ottoman flavors.

No-frills Al-Balad spot where you sit on the floor and choose your fish. Prepared to your liking with rice and greens. Authentic Jeddah dining.

World's tallest fountain, shooting water 853 feet high. Illuminated at night, visible from all around Jeddah. Best viewed from the Corniche.

Popular amusement park with roller coasters, gentle rides, boat trips, and skating rink. Fun for all ages right on the Corniche.

Only public aquarium in Saudi Arabia with 200 marine species including sharks, stingrays, sea lions, and live dolphin shows.

Spectacular 30km seaside promenade with artistic installations, fountains, cycling paths, children's areas, cafés, and Red Sea views. Free entry.

Beautiful public beach on the Red Sea coast, 20km north of Jeddah. Swimming, snorkelling, and diving in crystal-clear waters with vibrant coral reefs.

One of the biggest malls worldwide with global and local brands, Vox Cinemas, Tekzone, restaurants from Al Baik to Cheesecake Factory.

One of the world's largest malls. Complete shopping, dining, and entertainment experience with hundreds of brands and family activities.

UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jeddah's 7th-century old town with coral-stone buildings, wooden mashrabiya balconies, and vibrant evening street life.

One of Al-Balad's finest examples of traditional Arabian architecture. Built in the late 19th century, now a museum showcasing Hejazi heritage.

Multi-room complex in Hejazi architecture. Islamic manuscripts, antique furniture, and ethnographic displays about Arabian Peninsula history.

Built on a man-made platform in the Red Sea, giving the appearance of floating. Modern Islamic architecture inspired by Jeddah's seafaring heritage.

Historic gate and bustling open-air market that comes alive after sunset. Architectural landmark and gateway to traditional Jeddah culture.