Jeddah Historical and City Tour

About

Without a self-drive vehicle, it can be difficult to cover and learn about Jeddah’s must-sees in one outing. Forget the stress of buses, cabs or rental cars on a private tour that also traces the city’s past. Traveling by private vehicle with a driver-guide, gain insights into local culture, architecture and history that you might otherwise miss as you check out highlights such as the Al-Badad district, Al Tayabat Museum and floating mosque. Entry to the Al Tayabat is included.

What’s included

• Driver/guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Entry/Admission – Al Tayebat International City

What’s not included

• Food and drinks
• Entry/Admission – Al-Balad
• Entry/Admission – Biet Nassif
• Entry/Admission – Jeddah

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Jeddah, Jeddah, Makkah Province

Your Tour leader/driver will be awaiting you. They will be holding a sign of your name, You do not need to look for them – they will be waiting for you and will find you. From the moment your tour starts, your tour leader will give you full attention. Once in the car, your tour leader will talk to you about all the things on the way as well as other aspects of your tour that will interest you.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Al-Balad, Jeddah 21481 Saudi Arabia

Start your tour to visit Jeddah’s historical downtown area (Al-Balad) which is the historical area well known as the “Old Town”, where many of the oldest families used to live and work. It boasts of old buildings, a traditional souk and many restaurants, where visitors get to walk amid the old streets and experience the traditional landscape of the old town. When you are in historical Jeddah we will take you back to the old era of Saudi Arabia, all your senses will be in action. You will hear and learn amazing stories about Jeddah and ride and walk through secret doors, Enjoy a wonderful walking Al-Balad.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Biet Nassif, Souq Al Alawi Balad, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

This history tour of Old Town will take you along all the less known must-see local spots: Beit Nassif, Makkah gate for a photo stop, Historical Jeddah north gate stop for a photo, other historical houses provide a rare opportunity for you to experience the blend of traditional architecture with modernity Old Market hidden gems, Old Jeddah hidden galleries and Local Jeddah food shops only for locals no tourists know about it.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Al Tayebat International City, 3170 Raihanat Al Jazirah, Jeddah 23442 Saudi Arabia

Then you will visit Al Tayebat International City Museum, It’s a maze of different rooms covering Saudi history, architecture, interior decoration, Islamic art from Saudi and other Islamic countries. The museum itself is a great place for photos. Its four-floor collection has displays ranging from pre-Islamic artifacts, exquisite Islamic manuscripts, old coins and weaponry to stunning furniture, pottery and traditional Saudi dress. Replicas of home interiors from every region are also featured. Exhibits are accompanied by excellent information panels, as well as dioramas of the Kingdom’s provinces.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Jeddah Corniche, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23511 Saudi Arabia

After that, you will enjoy a ride along The New Jeddah Corniche is the 30 km coastal resort area of the city of Jeddah. Located along the Red Sea, the corniche features the coastal road, recreation areas, pavilions and large-scale civic sculptures for all to enjoy and take pictures.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Al Rahmah Mosque, طريق الكورنيش، حي الشاطئ،، J4X2+C9C, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23613, Saudi Arabia

End the tour by visiting The Floating Mosque, this single domed architectural marvel that sits literally on the sea, symbolizes Jeddah’s bold storm into the modern age. Sitting on an enviable location, the mosque’s courtyard offers unencumbered views of the Red Sea, making it a popular tourist site.

Duration: 1 hour

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Additional information

• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Regions

• Jeddah