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Saudi Arabia

SA

Republic of Saudi Arabia

Explore Saudi Arabia, a captivating destination featuring rich cultural heritage, picturesque landscapes, historic landmarks, and warm local hospitality.

Capital

Riyadh

Region

Middle East

Currency

Saudi Riyal (SAR)

Languages

Official Language, English

Best Season

Nov to Mar

Geographic Map Caricature

Illustrated Country Cartography

Official map of Saudi Arabia - Perspective 1
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Best Places to Visit in Saudi Arabia

Handpicked must-visit destinations & scenic regions

Al Ula

🏆 Tripadvisor #7 Trending Destination#1

Tripadvisor #7 Trending Destination in the World

Voted #7 trending global place, an ancient oasis in northwestern Saudi Arabia harboring Nabataean rock tombs.

Hegra UNESCO Archaeological TombsElephant Rock (Jabal AlFil)AlUla Old Town Mudbrick OasisMaraya Mirrored Hall

Riyadh

#2

Capital of Heritage & Vision 2030

Futuristic desert capital featuring the Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge and historic mud-brick Diriyah.

Diriyah Historic DistrictKingdom Centre Sky BridgeNational Museum of Saudi Arabia

Jeddah

#3

Bride of the Red Sea & Historic Al-Balad

Cosmopolitan coastal gateway with coral-stone mansions in Al-Balad and pristine Red Sea reefs.

Historic Al-BaladJeddah Corniche & King Fahd's FountainRed Sea Scuba Diving

Top Tourist Activities & Experiences

Unforgettable adventures recommended for first-time & returning travelers

Tour the UNESCO rock-cut tombs of Hegra with an expert local Rawi guide
Watch stargazing concerts under the open sky at Elephant Rock in AlUla
Walk across the 99-story Sky Bridge at Kingdom Centre in Riyadh
Wander through the wooden roshan balconies of historic Al-Balad in Jeddah

Key Attractions

Landmarks & Cultural Sights

Hegra (Mada'in Salih)
Culture
Elephant Rock
Nature
Historic Al-Balad
Culture

Traveler Tips

Local Etiquette & Travel Advice

1
AlUla experiences pleasant warm days and brisk cool nights; pack a warm layer.
2
Visitors can easily obtain an electronic tourist visa (eVisa) online prior to departure.