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The 15 Best City Tours in Saudi Arabia

25 tours  ·  from $22 a head

Riyadh, Jeddah and Medina all reward a first orientation day. The 15 below compare the hop-on buses with the guided half-days on price, how many stops they actually make and which run in the cool hours.

Jeddah: Al-Balad Old Town Historical City Guided Tour - Pickup from six Jeddah locations
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Jeddah: Al-Balad Old Town Historical City Guided Tour

3.Al-Balad Old Town Historical City Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 4 hours · from $120Top rated

Explore Jeddah’s Al-Balad with a local guide, historic houses, souks, mosques, food, hotel pickup, and four hours of cultural insight.

“Our tour guide Sulaiman collected us at a local hotel lobby meeting point (Crowne Plaza) which was literally a 2 minute walk from our own hotel. 16.45 start time but this was pushed back a little to 5pm (What’s App message) and eventually started at 17.10. Just 3 of us on the tour. My wife & I and an English speaking German tourist. A nice & friendly group! We were driven a short distance to the Old Town (Al-Balad). Sulaiman spoke very well and was obviously passionate about Jeddah, Al-Balad and its history. He was very informative and a quick walker but all of us were fit enough to keep…”

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Riyadh Full City Tour - Souk Al Zal, old objects and auction voices
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Riyadh Full City Tour

4.Riyadh Full City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $179

Review of Riyadh’s 6-hour city tour, covering Masmak Fortress, Souk Al Zal, Murabba Palace, the National Museum, and Diriyah.

“We had a very short time in Riyadh, however, we were looking for a tour which would help us get around to places not easy on the metro and learn about Saudi culture and heritage. Rakan, our guide, was an absolute gentleman. He was inforRead more”

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Moon Mountain Hike from Jeddah City - Rock formations that feel borrowed from the moon
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Moon Mountain Hike from Jeddah City

5.Moon Mountain Hike from Jeddah City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $109

Review of the Moon Mountain Hike from Jeddah, with 4x4 transport, lunar rock formations, Arabic coffee, snacks, timing, price, and tips.

“Guide did no show up and could not be reached. Contact details provided were wrong (guide / agency could not be reached via phone - was a wrong number). Guide/agency did not respond via the chat. I sincerely hope, I will get the money back!”

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Jeddah Historical and City Tour - Nassif House, old gates, and smaller stops
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Jeddah Historical and City Tour

7.Jeddah Historical and City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · from $250

Explore Jeddah’s Al-Balad, Al Tayebat Museum, Corniche, and Floating Mosque on a private six-hour city tour.

“I had the pleasure of spending the day with ShahRukh! What a nice day I had! I was a solo female traveler in Saudi Arabia. My tour guide put me at ease right away. His knowledge of the country was outstanding. I learned so much. The itinerary Read more”

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Riyadh City Tour with Camel Riding - Oasis Lake, the quiet middle of the day
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Riyadh City Tour with Camel Riding

9.Riyadh City Tour with Camel Riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $100

Review of Riyadh’s 8.5-hour camel, salt flats, lake, and Shaqra museum tour, with practical advice on price, timing, and what to expect.

“Our guide Saqr was equally enthusiastic and informative. His wealth of information extended to a broad selection of acquaintances that added something extra to our tour. Saqr added impromptu moments like visits to Bedouin homes for Read more”

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Jeddah: City tour include old Jeddah OR Safari - The Corniche, Formula One Circuit, and Jeddah Sign
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Jeddah: City tour include old Jeddah OR Safari

10.City tour include old Jeddah OR Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $200

Review of Jeddah’s private city and Al-Balad tour, covering the Corniche, Floating Mosque, UNESCO-listed old town, food stops, and guide Muhammad.

“One of the most welcoming guide I’ve ever had the privilege of meeting. I feel like I truly learned something about Saudi Arabia and Jeddah, thanks to Muhammad’s tour. He went above and beyond with thoughtful gestures including tasting local food and coffee, extra stops, and more. Highly recommend for anyone visiting.”

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Full Day Guided Jeddah City Tour - King Fahd Mosque and Jeddah’s Religious Architecture
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Full Day Guided Jeddah City Tour

11.Full Day Guided Jeddah City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $200

Review of Jeddah’s full-day city tour, covering mosques, the Red Sea waterfront, the fish market, Formula One sights, and historic Al-Balad.

“Gari's Full Day Guided Jeddah City Tour was exceptional. His expertise was evident as he effortlessly led me through the city, sharing insightful knowledge across various subjects including history, religion, geography, and politics. His kindness Read more”

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Jeddah: Al-Balad Historical Highlights City Tour - Beit Nassif and the old gates
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Jeddah: Al-Balad Historical Highlights City Tour

12.Al-Balad Historical Highlights City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 6 hours · from $250

Explore Jeddah’s Al-Balad, oldest mosque, Al Tayebat Museum, and the Red Sea Corniche on a six-hour small-group city tour.

“The tour was supposed to be with an English speaking tour guide but was only a driver who did not know anything about the place we were going.”

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Jeddah: Guided Tour of the Old City Al-balad - Nassif House and the old merchant world
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Jeddah: Guided Tour of the Old City Al-balad

13.Guided Tour of the Old City Al-balad

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $131

Explore Jeddah’s Al-Balad, souqs, Corniche, Floating Mosque, King Fahd Fountain, and Hijazi food with a private guide.

“Mahmoud was an excellent guide and easy company as I was by myself. He showed me the souks, a music museum, a historic mosque and the city gates. I learnt a lot and would recommend the tour to anyone visiting Jeddah.”

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Abha City and AlHabala Full-Day Tour - Abu Kheyal Park and Abha’s green side
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Abha City and AlHabala Full-Day Tour

14.Abha City and AlHabala Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $129

Explore Al Habala, Abha parks, Ottoman ruins, a traditional market, and Fatima Museum on a private six-hour Saudi culture tour.

“Great tour operator, meticulous planning and superior customer service. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Abha Trips for your next visit to Saudi. We had a great experience.”

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