Your route through the Kingdom
Discover Saudi Arabia
From the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah to the ancient landscapes of AlUla and the Red Sea coast — discover your next journey.
01 — Where to go
Start with the places everyone asks about
And 14 more to discover
Each one, in a sentence
TaifWesternThe city of roses — cool mountain air above Makkah.KAECWesternA planned seaside city of calm beaches, golf and water sports.YanbuWesternA laid-back Red Sea port with coral reefs and a flower festival.TabukNorthernGranite mountains, red-sand canyons and a Red Sea coast few have seen.Al BahaSouthernMountain landscapes, forests and cool highland escapes.AseerSouthernMisty peaks, painted villages and the coolest summers in the Kingdom.Eastern ProvinceEasternThe Gulf coast: seaside cities, world culture at Ithra and island escapes.Al AhsaEasternOases, heritage, traditional culture and natural landscapes.QassimCentralThe heart of Najd — date markets, farmland and mud-brick old towns.HailNorthernRock art older than writing, Nafud dunes and legendary hospitality.JazanSouthernTropical coast, coffee terraces and the Farasan Islands.NajranSouthernMud-tower architecture and one of Arabia’s oldest trade cities.SakakaNorthernAncient standing stones, olive groves and the old city of Dumat al-Jandal.RafhaNorthernA waystation on the Darb Zubaydah — pilgrim cisterns in the open desert.
02 — By experience
What kind of Saudi experience are you looking for?
CentralDiriyahBirthplace of the Saudi state, with the UNESCO district of At-Turaif.At-Turaif · Bujairi Terrace · Wadi HanifahWesternAlUlaAncient heritage, dramatic landscapes and unforgettable experiences.Hegra · Elephant Rock · MarayaWesternJeddahGateway to the Red Sea, with a UNESCO old town and a lively waterfront.Al-Balad · Corniche · Red Sea divingEasternAl AhsaOases, heritage, traditional culture and natural landscapes.UNESCO oasis · Jabal Al Qarah · Al Qaisariya SouqNorthernHailRock art older than writing, Nafud dunes and legendary hospitality.Jubbah rock art · A’arif Fort · Great NafudCentralQassimThe heart of Najd — date markets, farmland and mud-brick old towns.Buraidah dates · Unaizah heritage · Najdi cuisineSouthernNajranMud-tower architecture and one of Arabia’s oldest trade cities.Al-Ukhdood · Emara Palace · Mud towers
Explore all culture & heritage destinations →03 — The map
See how Saudi Arabia fits together
You don’t need to know the geography. Twenty-one destinations across five regions — tap a marker to see what it’s known for, then open the full map for attractions, stays, airports and rail.
WesternMakkah, Madinah, Taif, Jeddah, KAEC, Yanbu, AlUla, The Red SeaCentralRiyadh, Diriyah, QassimEasternEastern Province, Al AhsaNorthernTabuk, Hail, Sakaka, RafhaSouthernAl Baha, Aseer, Jazan, Najran
Open the full map04 — Travel style
Travel the way you like to travel
Family TravelEasy days, safe beaches and history kids remember.Jeddah · KAEC · DiriyahCouplesCanyon villas, island sunsets and dinners under the stars.AlUla · The Red Sea · JeddahSolo TravelSafe, connected cities and small-group adventures.Riyadh · Jeddah · AlUlaLuxury TravelPrivate islands, desert resorts and personal guides.The Red Sea · AlUla · RiyadhAdventureVia ferrata, 4×4 canyons, reef dives and dunes.Tabuk · AlUla · AseerCultural JourneyUNESCO sites, rock art and living traditions.Diriyah · AlUla · Al AhsaSpiritual JourneyUmrah, the two holy mosques and quiet reflection.Makkah · MadinahBeach EscapeCoral reefs and calm water on two coasts.The Red Sea · Jeddah · YanbuWeekend GetawayTwo or three days, one easy base.Diriyah · Taif · KAECRoad TripOpen highways from mountains to the old pilgrim road.Aseer · Al Baha · TabukBusiness + LeisureAdd a day of discovery to your meetings.Riyadh · Jeddah · Eastern Province
05 — Experiences
Moments worth planning around
06 — When to go
Where’s good in January?
Peak winter season: cool desert nights and Riyadh Season events.
Riyadh20°
Jeddah29°
AlUla21°
Abha19°
On this month:Winter at Tantora, AlUlaRiyadh Season
07 — Itineraries
Routes, already mapped
The Heritage Line7 days
Riyadh2 nights
Diriyah1 night
AlUla4 nights
Capital, birthplace and the Nabataean tombs of Hegra.
Red Sea & Hijaz6 days
Jeddah2 nights
KAEC1 night
Yanbu1 night
The Red Sea2 nights
Coral old towns, beaches and island resorts along the coast.
Umrah & Madinah5 days
Jeddah1 night
Makkah2 nights
Madinah2 nights
A gentle, well-paced journey by high-speed train.
Highlands of the South5 days
Aseer2 nights
Al Baha1 night
Taif2 nights
Cool summer air, painted villages and rose farms.
On the Darb Zubaydah8 days
Rafha1 night
Hail2 nights
Qassim2 nights
Madinah3 nights
Follow the old pilgrim road through its stations and oases.
Gulf Coast & Oasis4 days
Eastern Province2 nights
Al Ahsa2 nights
Ithra, the Khobar waterfront and the palms of Al Ahsa.
08 — Stays
Places to stay, from canyons to coral islands
09 — Travel guide
Before you go
01VisaTourist eVisa for 66 nationalities. One-year, multiple-entry tourist eVisa — stay up to 90 days per visit.Read more →02CurrencySaudi riyal · SAR 3.75 = US$1. The riyal is pegged to the US dollar.Read more →03Local customsModest dress, generous hospitality. Cover shoulders and knees in public; abayas are not required for visitors.Read more →04Getting aroundFly between regions, take the Haramain high-speed train or hire a car for the open road.Read more →
Trip discovery
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Start with a few questions10 — Regions
Five regions, one country
11 — Inspiration
Stories from the road
Food · 4 minKhawlani coffee: a morning on Jazan’s terracesFirst time · 6 minA first-timer’s week: Riyadh to AlUlaCoast · 7 minThe Red Sea’s quiet islands, and how to reach themSeasons · 5 minWhere Saudis go in summer: the Aseer highlandsSpiritual · 9 minUmrah for first-time visitors: a gentle guideThe road · 8 minWalking the Darb Zubaydah, a road 1,200 years old
