Jeddah is a captivating city along the Red Sea Coastline, famous for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, rich history, and culture. This buzzing metropolis always has something to offer to everyone. Jeddah is also called the gateway of Mecca the holy city, in the old days its port was the entry point of Muslim Pilgrims coming for pilgrimages through the Red Sea. Nowadays the port has lost its specialty because people travel to Saudi Arabia via airplanes by availing of Umrah packages from UK. Islamic Travel offers low price Umrah Packagesfor people in the UK.
Athr Gallery
Athr Gallery Located at Thalia Street is a haven for art enthusiasts. While in Jeddah, grab the opportunity if you get any to explore Jeddah’s modern art at Athr Gallery, one of the city’s top tourist destinations. This gallery is devoted to the newest artistic innovations and creativity, started by Saudi art enthusiasts Mohammed Hafiz and Hamza Serafi. The gallery is one of Saudi Arabia’s top tourist destinations because of its large space dedicated to showcasing contemporary and local artists and artwork. Athr Gallery, the epitome of contemporary art includes several forms of performance, conceptual, and visual art. Athr links the local people and contemporary artists. In essence, Athr is encouraging the expansion of museums, art schools, and other organizations to get international prominence. Exhibitions are held for the public where you can witness variations of beautiful colors and concepts and buy art at the Athr Gallery.
Al Balad
Al Balad an old district has been the heart of Jeddah since the 7th century, with its brimming history and charm. Start your exploration from Bab Jadid’s old gate before roaming through narrow meandering vibrant streets lined with intricately coral houses. Go to art exhibitions that showcase authentic Saudi culture, traditions, and heritage. Take time to visit old souqs and trading ports to honor its old bustling market life as it was once a successful trade canter back in the day. For a true experience, to listen to the anecdotes of the old city life of Jeddah, and to soak into the old culture, traditions, and customs go for a guided tour of the city. Islamic Travel offers UK Umrah packages for 2025in which you can avail this amazing opportunity of visiting different cities along with your Umrah next year.
Stroll through the Jeddah Corniche
Jeddah Corniche is a 2.6-mile stretch along the coastline of the Red Sea it includes recreational parks and seaside promenades. This place offers family-friendly activities and breathtaking coastal scenery and is an excellent place to get your bearings and orient yourself within the city. You can take a boat ride to enjoy and experience the coastal area of the Red Sea and take in the beautiful view of the coastline. You can treat yourself to cultural cuisine while enjoying the beachfront. You must visit cultural landmarks such as the Al Rahma Mosque also known as the floating mosque, which is magnificently situated on the waterfront of Jeddah, and the King Fahad fountain is the highest in the world lit up at night and gives breathtaking views. Go to FakeihEquraium to have a marine life experience, you can enjoy swimming with dolphins. Jeddah Corniche has something for everyone including children such asAtallah Land Park and Mall of Arabia. JeddahCorniche is a perfect combination of history and modernity and an ideal place for tourists to enjoy the wonders of this city.
Travel back in time – Biet Nassif
If you are a history and architecture enthusiast, you should visit Biet Nassif. This beautiful building is a classic case of traditional Hajazi-style architecture. As you enter the building you will travel back in time to the 1800s its complicated woodwork, beautiful geometric designs, quadrangles, Saudi furniture, ceramics, and clothes give you a brief insight into the rich Saudi people lived back in the 19th century. It is considered one of the significant cultural landmarks in Jeddah. Biet Nassif is restored and turned into a museum cultural center where different exhibitions and events are being held, there is always something for everyone to explore and enjoy from cultural dance and music to art exhibitions and workshops to commemorate culture and heritage.
A day in Moon Valley
If you are looking for some adventure in Jeddah, visit Moon Valley which is located in the Jabal Al Jadib and offers beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities. It’s a perfect destination for hiking, mountain climbing, camping, and stargazing under the blue skies. As you walk in the Moon Valley it feels like you are walking on the moon due to being surrounded by the moon-like landscape and sky-high rock formations produced by millions of years of erosion have created distinctive and odd rock formations, resulting in a genuinely unearthly landscape. You can hike in the valley to take in the stunning views and do a guided tour to learn more about its geographical significance and history. You can even take an ATV ride in the desert to add a more thrilling layer of excitement to your adventures.
Visit to Khuzam palace
Khuzam Palace former home to 1st monarch of Saudi Arabia King AbdulAziz, has been turned into a Museum and is the house of ethnography and archelogy. If you are interested in history explore the museum, discover an extensive collection of artifacts with a prehistoric origin, artifacts from the Stone Age attributed to the Acheulean period, and view the artifacts depicting the advent of Islam during the royal family’s occupancy of the palace because this beautifully constructed palace is a classic case of culture and history and briefly explains about the culture and traditions of the region back in the old days. Anthropological artifacts depicting the area’s contemporary culture are housed in a second collection.
Bab Makkah
Bab Makkah is a monumental three-arched gate in Jeddah and is of immense cultural and religious value for locals and tourists. The fortification around Bab Makkah speaks volumes about its importance in safeguarding the sacred pilgrimage routes. As one of the top attractions in the city, it serves as a principal gateway to Makkah. This place with its architecture and rich history has a lot to offer history buffs. When you visit Bab Makkah you will be able to get an insight into the religious significance of it within Islam and also the central hub of all Muslim pilgrims from the world. The ideal spot to learn about Jeddah’s culture and history is the 230-meter market next to the Makkah Gate. Some eateries in the market provide traditional Saudi cuisine including makadim, kibdah, raasmandi, Bukhari rice with lamb skull, and more.
Jeddah Flagpole
While being on Jeddah’s tour don’t forget to visit the inspiring flagpole of Jeddah. It’s the world’s tallest flagpole (until 2021) with a height of 560 feet and it is a true testament to Saudi Arabia’s national pride. While visiting King Abdullah Square witness the rising and lowering of the massive national flag which adorns this gigantic structure. As you wonder about its sheer size and impressive engineering feat don’t forget to take some beautiful photos against this backdrop for unique photos.
Al Tayebat International City
A remarkable collection of foreign Islamic vintage pieces, including modern furniture and vintage coins, can be found in the museum which perfectly blends art and culture. There are twelve 19th-century structures in the complex with traditional architectural styles and are home to numerous historic relics and handcrafted items from across the globe. These buildings have a courtyard with beautiful fountains and palm trees that provide a tranquil atmosphere. Explore the Islamic culture, the history of Islam, and Saudi Arabia’s role in its expansion. To give guests an inclusive experience, they have labels featuring captivating true stories, tourists can also use audio guides. The dioramas cover a range of historical periods, from pre-Islamic times to the present. By illustrating historical occurrences, they provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the country while being transported back in time. A range of courses and cultural activities are held at the museum. The activities provide a chance to engage with the local way of life and discover the national customs and traditions.
Theme parks in Jeddah
The children love theme parks the most because of its roller coaster rides, ice rink, and other exhilarating attractions. The best family-friendly restaurants are located in the park. Discover your ideal adventure rides and other exhilarating Jeddah activities by exploring Al-Shallal Theme Park. One of Jeddah’s biggest amusement parks Atallah Happy Land Park has over 100 rides. It offers an exciting day of bowling, rock climbing, ice skating, and video games. In addition, there is a 6-D cinema, a musical fountain, and an abundance of food options at park.
Enjoy an African safari in Jeddah’s top entertainment destination, Jungle Land Theme Park. Take in live lion acts, circus acts, and a range of attractions at the theme park.
Conclusion
Jeddah is a city full of adventures, experiences, history and cultures. It has something for everyone from adults to kids. If you are planning a tour do visit these places to have incredible experiences.
