Private Historic District Tour in Jeddah by a Local Guide

About

Al-Balad is the most prominent and important archaeological and heritage area in Jeddah, to which various visitors from all over the world go. The old town was the place that gathered people from all cultures. And now, this historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On my tour, you will enjoy the beautiful architecture of the old coral-stone houses, where some turned into museums, art galleries, and coffee shops, and I will show you the hidden gems of the old town.

What’s included

• Bottled water
• Saudi Coffee and dates/sweets or Black Tea with mint
• Snacks
• Museum fees
• Entry/Admission – Bab Jadid
• Entry/Admission – Al-Balad
• Entry/Admission – Matbouli House Museum
• Entry/Admission – Jeddah Our Days of Bliss Magad Museum

What’s not included

• Private transportation

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Bab Jadid, Abu Inabah, Al-Balad, Jeddah 22236, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

One of the oldest gates of the old town. The tour guide will meet you here.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Al-Balad, Jeddah 21481 Saudi Arabia

You will see the old houses and will visit museums, art galleries, cafes and the old markets of the town.

Duration: 3 hours

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

Nassif house museum is the one of most prominent houses in the old town.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Al Shafei Mosque, Qabel Trail, Jeddah 7061 Saudi Arabia

The oldest mosque in the old town.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Souq Al Alawi, Al Dahab St, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

An old market

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Qabel Trail, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

One of the oldest markets in Jeddah.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Matbouli House Museum, Al Balad, Jeddah 22236 Saudi Arabia

One of the oldest houses in the old town that turned into a museum.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Jeddah Our Days of Bliss Magad Museum, Suq Al Alawi, Al Balad District near Biet Nassif house, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

The museum includes a collection of many valuable items and handicrafts.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Jeddah Academy Of Fine Arts, 3164 ابو عنبه، حي البلد، جدة 22236 7259، Al-Balad, Jeddah 22236, Saudi Arabia

Art Gallery

Duration: 10 minutes

Accessibility

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

Additional information 

• No lifts inside historical houses
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Regions

• Jeddah