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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Jeddah.
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Must-see attractions in Jeddah
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 15 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Jeddah, the second largest city of the Kingdom after Riyadh, has long been established as the trading hub of Saudi Arabia and has earned itself the title of being the commercial capital of the country. It is also the main gate through which the Muslim pilgrims arrive for the religious Hajj or Umra performance. Comprising of over 1500km, the population of more than one and a half million reflects foreign influence as this city is also the home of the majority of expats. The city offers shopping centers, souks, restaurants, corniche on the Red Sea coast, scuba diving along with the beautiful King Fahad Fountain which is a magnificent sight to
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Halal restaurants in Jeddah
Jeddah’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 8 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
jeddahPapaya International
Cuisine: continental Location: Next to Sawary Mall, Parallel to Malik and Sultan Timings: 10:00 am to 12:00 am Phone: 02 2753425
jeddahCaffe Aroma
Cuisine: fusion food Location: Al Hamra District, near Intercontinental Hotel Timings: 10:00 am to 01:00 pm Phone: 02 6605160
jeddahYildizlar
Cuisine: Turkish, Syrian, Lebanese and Palestinian food Location: Andalus Street, front of Saudi American Bank, Al Hamra Area Timings: 1:00 pm to 12:30 am Phone: 2 6531150
jeddahAl-Nakheel
Cuisine: Traditional Food Location: Corniche Road Timings: 09.00 am to 02.30 am Phone: 02 6066644
jeddahBice
Cuisine: Italian Location: Jeddah Hilton Timings: 1:00 pm - 12:30 am Phone: 02 6590000
jeddahBarrio Fiesta
Cuisine: Filipino Location: Al-Mahmal Centre top floor King Abdul Aziz St, Mahallet Al-Yemen
Jeddah masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Where to stay in Jeddah
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
jeddahJeddah Hilton
A magnificent 5 star luxury hotel, Hilton Jeddah houses 446 rooms and is the largest hotel in Saudi Arabia. It is equipped with health club, swimming pools, 6 restaurants, Spa massage, conference and wedding hall and business center. Cribs and children menu are also available on request. Features include efficient house keeping, internet access and electronic smoke detector safe amongst numerous other amenities.
jeddahSheraton Jeddah
Located in the most happening North Corniche, overlooking the Red Sea, Sheraton Jeddah has a lot to offer to make your trip as comfortable and memorable as it could get. It is near to the airport as well as the latest shopping malls boasting international brands. Rooms offered are categorized into Classic, Club and Suits which have modern amenities like anti allergic pillows, high speed internet facility, balconies with a magnificent view. Moreover it offers restaurants with Chinese, international and oriental cuisines along with outdoor pool, gym, and tennis and squash courts.
jeddahLe meridien Jeddah
Located in the heart of the city, Le Méridien offers the main shopping and business areas as its neighborhood. The 284 spacious rooms are stylish and overlook the sea. The hotel presents to you business center, internet in the room (SAR125/day), Fax machines, smoke detector rooms and many more services.
jeddahPark Hyatt Hotel
Unquestionably one of the most state of the art hotels in Jeddah, Hyatt boasts of spacious guestrooms equipped with business and entertainment gadgetry. Most of the rooms have the unmatchable view of the sea and the King Fahd Fountain, the highest fountain in the world. It offers excellent spa and wellness facilities, innovative restaurants, marina yatch along with restaurants featuring cuisines of all kinds.
jeddahMovenpick Jeddah
One of the recently constructed hotels, this 140 room building offers ballroom, boardroom, and meeting rooms. The restaurants offer for the first time in KSA the Indochinese fine dinning. Wireless internet is available in all guestrooms. Sauna, Jacuzzi and cardiovascular machines are included in the various features of the hotel.
History and today in Jeddah
Read the city today, its history, residents, culture, and character before planning your route.
Annual Temperature
a- January: Low: 19 °C High: 29 °C; b- February: Low: 18 °C High : 29 °C; c- March: Low: 19 °C High: 29°C
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Exchange Rates
The Saudi Riyal (SR) is the unit of currency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Public Holidays
- 9th- 12th Sept- Eid ul Fitr Holiday * - 25th Sept- National Day - 15th-18th November- Eid ul Azha Holiday*
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Jeddah Residents
The hub of most expatriates in the country, Jeddah is the most cosmopolitan city of Saudi Arabia. Its population comprises of various nationalities giving the place a life very different from any other city in the Kingdom. It is also the gateway to Mecca and an escape from the general dry heat of neighbor cities for visitors. Life of the residents revolve around shopping, eating and activities around the Red Sea.
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Visa Information
Visitors are required to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity and appropriate visa. It is mandatory for all nationalities, except for the GCC countries and transit visitors, to have a visa in order to enter the Kingdom. Visas can fall under the following categories: • Business • Tourist • Transit • Residency
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When to go
Jeddah has long summers lasting 8-10 months, usually from March to September. Being a coastal city the humidity in summers rises as high as 98% therefore it’s not advisable to visit it in summers especially in June and July when the temperature rises on average to 40 degrees and nights are 30 degrees. Winters in Jeddah are much more pleasant. They last from November to March and the calm tropical winds make it enjoyable for tourist to visit the city. Therefore if you don’t like the heat it is best to visit Jeddah in winters. If you are planning to go to Jeddah for Hajj purpose, check the lunar calendar for the month of Zilhajj. For Umra the best time is Ramadan when the atmosphere is best for religious retreat.
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Fast Facts
-Location: Jeddah is on the Red Sea in western Saudi Arabia; -Dialing code:: +966-2; -Emergency numbers: Police 999 Fire 998 Ambulance 997 Traffic Accidents 993
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Jeddah Today
Jeddah, the second largest city of the Kingdom after Riyadh, has long been established as the trading hub of Saudi Arabia and has earned itself the title of being the commercial capital of the country. It is also the main gate through which the Muslim pilgrims arrive for the religious Hajj or Umra performance. Comprising of over 1500km, the population of more than one and a half million reflects foreign influence as this city is also the home of the majority of expats. The city offers shopping centers, souks, restaurants, corniche on the Red Sea coast, scuba diving along with the beautiful King Fahad Fountain which is a magnificent sight to watch especially at night when it sends colored water as high as two hundred and sixty meters.
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Shopping in Jeddah
Explore 7 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
jeddahTahlia Center
Situated at the Al Tahlia Street, the Tahlia center is one of the posh shopping arcade where malls and plazas are bunched in form of a shoppers paradise. Trademark items here are ladies wear and accessories of brands all over the world. Besides the international and national retail outlets you will find enormous food court here which is a relief to relax after the exhausting shopping. To attract the kids there is also a theme park/
jeddahRed Sea Mall
Anchored by the Danube chain store, this tri storied mall is a welcome additional to the series of malls in Jeddah. It has trams to facilitate customers around the mall, impressive fountains, food court and kids area long with a parking space of 4000 cars.
jeddahCoral Mall
A newly constructed modern shopping home, the two level shopping center by Midad Group containing with 50 fashion shops (Armani, Calvin Klein, Miss Sixty) and cafes (Second Cup) is a feast for shoppers. Coral Mall P.O.Box: 6782 Jeddah 21452 Saudi Arabia Tel: +966 (2) 661-2484
jeddahAziz Mall
One of the leading destination for international class shopping, Aziz Mall, offers a selection of international and local brands across all categories and price points. Aziz Mall Address: Prince Majid Road, Faisaliyah P.O. Box 100604 Jeddah 21311 Saudi Arabia
jeddahMall of Arabia
This three storied mall with a three thousand car parking facility hosts more than 300 shops including Geant hypermart, Snow Village and eateries like Chilli’s and Fuddruckers. It claims to be the biggest shopping mall in Saudi Arabia and is a must see for tourist. Hours of Operation Saturday to Thursday: 9:00am - 10:00pm Friday: 10:00am - 12:00am Physical Address Al Madinah Road, Al Nuzha Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Signature sights in Jeddah
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Jeddah
Plan around 4 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
jeddahJeddah Summer Festival
An annual event since the year 2000, Jeddah summer festival has been taking place in June and July to encourage tourism. Attractions include fireworks, live music and food. At times workmanship of goldsmiths is also showcased in order to increase the revenue of the city,
jeddahRamadan
This occasion takes place in the month of Ramadan which is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims fast from dawn to dusk.
jeddahEid Ul Fitr Festival
Jeddah’s main and most popular festival is Eid Ul Fitr Festival. This takes place in the month of Ramadan and is a 3-4 day long festival. People visit their loved ones and the city gets very crowded during the Ramadan and Eid time.
jeddahEid Ul Azha
The Festival of Sacrifice “ Eid ul Azha” is celebrated to remember the act of obedience to Allah by Hazrat Abraham of readily agreeing to sacrifice his son Ismail. Muslims slaughter Cow, Goat, Sheep and camel and distribute the meat to relatives and poor. This day is celebrated n the 10th of Zil Hajj.
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