Top places to visit in Jeddah

• Red Sea Mall

  Market · 4.5 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  One of Jeddah's largest malls — 320+ stores, food court, family entertainment, indoor amusement park.

• Mall of Arabia

  Market · 4.4 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Major shopping mall with international brands, hypermarket, food court and entertainment area.

• King Fahd Fountain

  Fountain/Landmark · 4.8 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  World-famous 260 m fountain — one of the tallest of its kind globally, gifted to Jeddah by King Fahd. Visible from across the Corniche. Best viewed at night when illuminated.

• Al Balad — Historic Jeddah

  UNESCO Historic District · 4.7 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  UNESCO World Heritage Site (2014) — Jeddah's ancient city centre. A labyrinth of coral-stone houses with intricately carved wooden Rawasheen (lattice balconies), centuries-old mosques, and covered souqs dating from the 7th century. The…

• The Avenues Jeddah

  Market · 4.6 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Upscale shopping mall with luxury brands, fine dining, and central atrium architecture.

• Jeddah Corniche

  Waterfront Promenade · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  A 30-km waterfront promenade along the Red Sea — Jeddah's civic living room. Features sculpture gardens, mosques, the Fakieh Aquarium, and the King Fahd Fountain. The Al Hamra section is the most elegant stretch with upscale cafes and…

• Atallah Happy Land Park

  Activity · 4.0 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Family amusement park on the Corniche with 30+ rides, ice rink, mini golf and arcade games.

• Tahlia Street

  Dining & Entertainment Street · 4.5 rating · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Jeddah's most vibrant dining and social boulevard — 3 km lined with international restaurants, patisseries, shisha cafes, and luxury boutiques. Representing the modern, cosmopolitan face of Jeddah, it comes alive at night particularly on…

• Al-Rahma Mosque (Floating Mosque)

  Mosque/Landmark · 4.7 rating · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  The iconic "Floating Mosque" built on the Red Sea in 1985 — at high tide the sea surrounds it, giving the illusion it floats on water. Also known as Masjid Al-Rahma, it features elegant white arches and a serene waterfront setting. Entry…

• King Fahd Park Jeddah

  Nature · 4.3 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Large landscaped public park with walking paths, lakes, fountains and playgrounds.

• King Abdullah Sports City Stadium

  Activity · 4.5 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  62,000-seat stadium north of Jeddah hosting Saudi Pro League football and major international concerts.

• Fakieh Aquarium

  Aquarium · 4.3 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  The largest aquarium in Saudi Arabia featuring 200+ Red Sea marine species including sharks, rays, and sea turtles. The complex also includes dolphin and sea lion shows and an IMAX cinema — an excellent family attraction showcasing the Red…

Things to do

• Al-Balad Historic District Walking Tour Heritage · 2.5 h · from SAR 27 per person
• King Fahd Fountain Night Cruise Activity · 1.5 h · from SAR 44 per person
• Red Sea Snorkelling at Al-Nakheel Reef Activity · 4 h · from SAR 89 per person
• Al-Balad Historic District Walking Tour Heritage · 2.5 h · from SAR 60 per person
• Red Sea Snorkeling & Diving Day Trip Activity · 5 h · from SAR 350 per person
• Jeddah Corniche Bike & Walk Activity · 2 h
• Fakieh Aquarium Visit Activity · 1.5 h · from SAR 95 per person
• Nassif House Museum Tour Heritage · 1 h · from SAR 25 per person

Where to stay in Jeddah

• Al-Balad Historic District about SAR 3,150 per night

  Stay adjacent to UNESCO-listed Al-Balad. Boutique guesthouses in restored coral buildings. Best atmosphere.

• North Corniche Al-Shati about SAR 22,500 per night

  Upscale seafront strip with 5-star hotels and Red Sea views, walking distance to King Fahd Fountain.

• Al-Hamra Tahlia Street about SAR 6,750 per night

  Mid-range hotels near shopping and Fakieh Aquarium. Best value-for-location.

Hotels

• Diwan Al Hamra Served Apartments 3-star · SAR 254 to SAR 310 per night
• Warwick Hotel Al Safa - Jeddah 4-star · SAR 299 to SAR 360 per night
• Rosewood Jeddah 5-star · INR 22,500 to INR 67,500 per night
• Al Balad House Heritage Hotel 4-star · INR 3,150 to INR 7,650 per night
• SBY Hotel 3-star · SAR 207 to SAR 260 per night
• Economy Twin Room Nuzha Apartments 2-star · SAR 150 to SAR 200 per night

Where to eat

• Al-Baik Original Jeddah Fast Food, Saudi, Fried Chicken · about SAR 26 per person
• Corniche Al-Salam Fish Market Seafood, Arabic, Saudi · about SAR 94 per person
• Mataam Fareed Saudi, Hejazi, Arabic · about SAR 45 per person
• Twina Restaurant Jeddah European, British, International · about SAR 131 per person
• Beit Al Reef Hejazi, Saudi, Seafood · about SAR 75 per person
• Latino House Jeddah latin_american, steakhouse · about SAR 94 per person
• Al Nakheel Restaurant Jeddah saudi, arabic · about SAR 32 per person
• Al Balad Souq Street Food street_food, arabic · about SAR 32 per person

Getting to Jeddah

Airport: Jeddah (JED)

How visitors arrive in Jeddah

• Flight into King Abdulaziz Airport By air from Riyadh · common

  The kingdom's largest airport with international and domestic flights, including Hajj-only terminals. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• High-speed train from Mecca or Medina By train from Medina · common

  The high-speed line links Jeddah with Mecca and Medina via King Abdullah Economic City. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• SAPTCO bus By road from Amman · possible

  National coaches run from most Saudi cities, plus some international routes such as Amman and Cairo. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Ferry from Suez or Suakin By ferry from Port Suez · possible

  Ferries arrive from Port Suez and Suakin, with irregular service from Yemen. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• Taxi from either terminal

  Taxis serve both airport terminals. Agree the fare before you set off. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Haramain high-speed train

  The high-speed railway has an airport station as well as Al-Sulimaniyah. Not every train calls at both, so check which stop yours makes. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Car Rental Self
• Taxi
• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Al-Balad Overpriced Perfume

  Al-Balad Souq, Jeddah

  Perfume vendors offer a free sample then pressure buyers at inflated prices.

  How to avoid it: Politely decline free samples. Compare prices at duty-free before souq shopping.

• Fake Charity Collectors

  Jeddah Corniche

  People claim to collect for orphans or mosque fund with printed cards — not regulated charities.

  How to avoid it: Donate only through official mosque boxes. Ignore street solicitation.

Best time to visit Jeddah

• Jan 29°C
• Feb 30°C
• Mar 32°C
• Apr 35°C
• May 37°C
• Jun 38°C
• Jul 39°C
• Aug 39°C
• Sep 37°C
• Oct 37°C
• Nov 33°C
• Dec 31°C

More in Saudi Arabia

• Makkah
• Riyadh
• Madinah
• AlUla
• Abha
• Taif

Frequently asked questions about Jeddah

How many days do you need in Jeddah?

A typical trip to Jeddah is 1-2 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Jeddah?

The highest-rated places in our Jeddah guide are King Fahd Fountain, Al Balad — Historic Jeddah, Al-Rahma Mosque (Floating Mosque), The Avenues Jeddah, Jeddah Corniche.

Where should I stay in Jeddah?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Jeddah: Al-Balad Historic District, North Corniche Al-Shati, Al-Hamra Tahlia Street.

How do I get around Jeddah?

Ways to get around Jeddah covered in our guide: Self-drive car, Taxi, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Jeddah?

Scams reported to us for Jeddah include Al-Balad Overpriced Perfume; Fake Charity Collectors. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Jeddah?

Average daytime highs in Jeddah run from 29°C in Jan to 39°C in Jul.

Which airport is nearest to Jeddah?

The nearest airport to Jeddah has the code JED.