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The 10 most popular things to do in Jeddah. The coral-stone lanes of Al-Balad, the Corniche, and the Red Sea reefs a short boat ride offshore.
6-hour small-group snorkeling boat trip from Al-Haddad Scuba to Bayadah Island. Gear, snacks, and guided reef swims included.
“Great boat trip on Sirouk Sat, a small yacht, to snorkeling on a beautiful coral reef. The crew was terrific and there were plenty of snacks, sandwiches and beverages.”
A 5-hour guided walk through Jeddah’s Al Balad, with historic stops, local markets, and museum sights—small group, late-day schedule.
“Abdullah, the guide picked us on time. He was knowledgeable and caring. He adapted to our preferences and showed us many hidden places along the tour. The old city Al Balad is colourful, absolutely safe and full of history.”
Walk Jeddah’s UNESCO Al-Balad with local guide Ayat, hitting Bab Jadid, old souqs, Nassif House, tea with dates, and museum stops.
“Ayat was a fabulous guide. Very thoughtful and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Al Balad. Ayat provided great insights into Jeddah’s fascinating past. We highly recommend Ayat as a guide.”
Walk Jeddah with Ferial in Al-Balad UNESCO lanes, tastings and culture stops, then see the 171m Jeddah Flagpole.
“From the moment we met Ferial in the heart of Jeddah's historic Al Balad, we knew we were in for a treat. Her vibrant personality and profound knowledge of the area's history and culture immediately captivated us. Ferial expertly navigated us through the maze of ancient streets, pointing out architectural gems and hidden treasures that…”
A guided half-day walk through Jeddah’s Al-Balad, with house museums, souk time, and local food, led by friendly English/Arabic guides.
“We spent a lovely morning with Suleiman as our tour guide. He knows so much and it was a joy to learn more about the Islam culture and Jeddah. I highly recommend this tour for anyone with half a day of spare time.”
Walk Jeddah’s UNESCO Al-Balad in 2–6 hours with a guide, coffee stop, souqs for oud and spices, and options for day or night.
“It was very nice to meet Mahmoud - local tour guide. Great experience to see Al-Balad. Very recommended”
A 3-hour Jeddah desert safari with hotel pickup, 60-minute quad biking, a camel farm stop, and golden-hour sunset or sunrise views.
“Loved this experience. Had soo much fun and got amazing photos. Highly recommended.”
A small-group guided snorkeling trip in the Red Sea from Jeddah with gear, snacks, soft drinks, and patient coaching for all levels.
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A 9-hour guided day trip from Jeddah to Taif: Al Hada viewpoints, Rose Farm, perfume factory, and mountain stops with lunch included.
“Excellent day , even with all the driving. Khuram kept us well informed of the plan for the day , and managed that Taif road like a true professional. He was also very knowledgeable about everything we saw and was able to answer all the questions. Thoroughly enjoyed the day and the sights of Taif.”
Hike Moon Valley from Jeddah for 4–5 hours: 4x4 ride, moonlike rocks, guided breaks, and meditation time, for $109.
“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!”
