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KAEC beachfront at sunset

KAEC

مدينة الملك عبدالله الاقتصادية

King Abdullah Economic City sits on the Red Sea 100 km north of Jeddah, with wide beaches, a marina and its own Haramain station.

Best time to visitNov – Apr
Recommended stay2–3 days
Weather23–32°C in winter
Destination typeBeach city
Popular forBeaches, Royal Greens golf, Kitesurfing
Nearest airportKing Abdulaziz Intl (JED)
Things to do

What you can do in KAEC

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Attractions

The places to see

Bay La Sun beachesOpen now
Beach

Bay La Sun beaches

Long, gently shelving beaches ideal for families.

KAEC · 3 km from centreOpen daily
Royal Greens Golf & Country ClubOpen now
Sport

Royal Greens Golf & Country Club

An 18-hole championship course on the Red Sea.

KAEC · 2 km from centre6am – 10pm
KAEC kitesurf lagoonSeasonal
Adventure

KAEC kitesurf lagoon

Steady afternoon winds and shallow, flat water.

KAEC · 7 km from centreOct – May
Where to stay

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Tours & experiences

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Suggested itineraries

How to spend your time

Day 1The highlights
09:00Bay La Sun beaches
12:30Lunch with local dishes
15:00Royal Greens Golf & Country Club
18:00KAEC kitesurf lagoon
Travel information

Getting to KAEC

By airKing Abdulaziz Intl (JED) · 1h 15m
By trainHaramain HSR · Jeddah 30 min · Madinah 1h
By roadJeddah 1h 15m
Getting around locallyGolf carts, bikes and taxis
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