Jeddah City Tour: Explore the Fascinating Coastal City with Rich Histories and Unique Architecture

Embark on a fascinating city tour of Jeddah, a coastal city with rich histories and unique architecture. Explore the historic Al-Ballad district and experience the vibrant souqs and attractions.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • جامع خادم الحرمين الشريفين الملك فهد بن عبدالعزيز - رحمه الله - King Fahad Mosque, One of the most beautiful mosques in the city of Jeddah that combines wonderful design and spirituality of the place
    The mosque is very spacious, and it was built in the Andalusian-Maghreb style, distinguished by the way it was built, especially the portico, the internal space, and the distinctive square minarets, a distinctive architectural masterpiece in the city of Jeddah.
  • Jeddah Promenade - new area full of surprises called “The Art Promenade”. A quiet residential area by the sea within Jeddah’s waterfront which extends to the marina.

Here is where you can experience the excitement of international events, with your family or friends. Events like Jeddah Cornish Circuit, or great places to have your favorite drink like Celsius 95 cafe in front of it, or simply walking for only minutes till you reach the magnificent “Jeddah Yacht Club.”

  • Al Rahmah Mosque - Al Rahma - Floating Mosque
    The mosque combines ancient and modern Islamic architecture. It is built in the form of a turquoise domed structure with a white minaret and also consists of 52 outer domes in addition to its main dome. There are also 23 external umbrellas, which are engraved with verses of the Holy Quran.

  • Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina - Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina is Saudi Arabia’s first west coast marina, designed to deliver a premium and luxurious yachting experience for guests and crew alike.

  • Formula - Jeddah Corniche Circuit | Formula One
    The track, situated along Saudi’s Red Sea coastline, is “the fastest street circuit ever seen in Formula One,” according to the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile.

  • Jeddah Waterfront Harbor - Along Jeddah’s Waterfront is a 4500- Meter- long sports track

  • Hassan Enany Mosque - Everything is planned around this mosque. Including different types of trees and beautiful lighting, everyone will be impressed by the mosque from home.
    The interior is as beautifully decorated as the exterior. Made with many expensive precious stones. The interior decoration of the mosque is so beautiful that those who see it once will want to see it again and again.

  • King Fahd’s Fountain - Seawater is ejected some 200 m. from this massive fountain that can be seen from around the city.

  • Jeddah Flagpole - Standing 171 metres (561 ft) high, it was the tallest flagpole in the world from 23 September 2014 until 26 December 2021

  • Fish market harbour - Offering the best wake-up call in Jeddah, the bustling Central Fish Market comes to life at daybreak, selling row upon row of colorful produce fresh from the sea. As the sun rises over the coast, watch fishermen offload their hauls onto over 100 stalls, as buyers jostle to bid on the widest selection of fish in Saudi Arabia.

  • Al-Balad - Explore the history of Jeddah and historical Area Jeddah, pass many old and famous houses and old Neighborhoods (harat) then we will pass to the oldest mosque and market’s including privet house museum.
    Free time for shopping in old Souq Al-Ballad.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • any personal expanses
Additional Information

(Peace be upon you and God’s mercy and blessings)
Jeddah is a metropolitan hub situated on the western seaboard of the Arabian Peninsula, with views of the Red Sea, in the historically significant region of Al-Hijaz.
The city, a former nexus for both pilgrims and merchants and the conventional portal to Mecca, stands as the most captivating of Saudi Arabia’s principal urban areas.
Join us on this exploration to discover the best that Jeddah has to offer. During our city tour, we’ll explore the most renowned and significant landmarks and attractions.
Our historical journey through Al-Ballad will showcase the unique architectural heritage, featuring tower houses erected in the late 19th century by the city’s trading aristocracy. This is merged with the Red Sea coastal coral construction traditions, enriched by influences and craftsmanship from the trade routes. As we venture through the tour, we’ll meander through ancient neighborhoods (harrat) and pass by venerable buildings, marketplaces (souqs), and notable sites.

Location
Red Sea Mall
طريق الملك عبدالعزيز،
front of gate no 2
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Daniela_m
Apr 1, 2024
12/10 Recommend (Gari is the best!) - I booked this tour super last minute, because I had a full day to explore Jeddah and my original guide canceled on me because of the F1 event. I am so happy that I picked this trip! Mohammed (aka Gari) was my guide and he was so incredible! He went super out of his way to explain the history of not just the sites we went to, but of Saudi. This was such an amazing experience because I was so curious to learn about the country and he taught me so much! He is very passionate and it shows with his level of expertise and knowledge. It was a completely immersive experience as well. Not only did we tour all the important sites, but I got to try unique foods that are native and authentic to the region. I truly can't say enough good things about this tour and the specific operator I was connected with. If you are coming to Jeddah this is a MUST DO. If you can book Gari as your guide, you won't regret it! I will always remember my time in Jeddah because of his insane hospitality thru out the tour and all the unique and amazing things I learned during this tour!
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Lin_h
Mar 1, 2024
Enriching Experience - Gari's Full Day Guided Jeddah City Tour was exceptional. His expertise was evident as he effortlessly led me through the city, sharing insightful knowledge across various subjects including history, religion, geography, and politics. His kindness and friendliness created a warm atmosphere, and his offer of a ride to the Red Sea Mall at the end of the tour was very thoughtful. With little prior knowledge about Saudi Arabia and Islam, I left the tour with a newfound appreciation for the country and its people. Gari's tour is highly recommended for anyone seeking to explore and understand the vibrant city of Jeddah.
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Renate_w
Feb 9, 2024
Highly recommended guided day tour - If you want to get the most out of your time in Jeddah, the well-prepared guided day tour with Mohammed is a must-do. In what we felt to be a perfect combination of driving you from one place to the next, strolling around with you in some of the places and leaving some free time for individual exploration, Mohammed will show you both the newest and the oldest parts of this bustling city, giving you a lot of interesting historical and cultural background information. In addition to all the cultural highlights, his fish restaurant recommendation for dinner provided us with an extraordinary culinary experience after the tour had finished. Thank you so much for a wonderful day in Jeddah, Mohammed! We highly recommend this well-thought through activity.
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Rimam
Nov 14, 2023
Highly recommended - Would like express big thanks to my guide Mohammed (Gari) for taking me through wonderful tour in Jeddah, and sharing his knowledge not only of the city and its history but also of history of Saudi Arabia, habits and traditions of its people. And specifically in relation to local food and cuisine. Next time I am in Jeddah we will take a food tour as promised!
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Cheryl_d
Oct 24, 2023
Don't miss the chance to tour with Gari - This was a great way to see and learn the history of Jeddah. Gari provided an incredible tour filled with history and current cultural facts. It was a very hot day and he was also very attentive to my needs and ensured i stayed hydrated. I highly recommend this tour!
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