Jeddah event weekends: what to do between sessions
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port: the coral-stone old town of Al Balad, a long Corniche and some of the region's best diving.
Events we cover in Jeddah
Arriving
King Abdulaziz International (JED) is 30 minutes north of the centre by taxi or Uber.
Where to stay
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Al Balad edges and Al Hamra | Central hotels. |
| Mid-range | North Corniche | Closest to the circuit. |
| Splurge | Corniche resorts | Ritz-Carlton and Waldorf Astoria. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Ibis Jeddah City Center
- Mid-range: Movenpick Hotel Jeddah
- Splurge: The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah
Tours
Evening · Low walking · Nightlife
Corniche and King Fahd fountain evening tour
World's tallest fountain.
Where to eat
With kids
- Fakieh Aquarium.
- Corniche playgrounds.
Rainy-day backups
- Red Sea Mall.
- Tayebat museum.
Free things to do
- Walk the Corniche at sunset.
- Floating mosque.
Getting around
- Uber and Careem work across the Gulf and are the easiest way around.
- Dress modestly in malls, souks and religious sites; beach clubs and hotels are relaxed.
- Check current travel advisories for the region before travelling and keep bookings flexible.