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Jeddah historical & City Tour

Approx. 6-7 hours

Pickup Time:

8:00 am – we can change the time to suit you.

Tour Highlights:

Jeddah’s historical downtown area Al-Balad, Beit Nassif, Historical Jeddah north gate, Old Markets, Al Tayebat International City Museum,The New Jeddah Corniche and The Floating Mosque

Tour Prices:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

• Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
• All transfers by modern air-conditioned van from your hotel in Jeddah.
• English speaking tour leader/driver.
• Entrance fees
• All Service charges and taxes

Half Day Tour of Jeddah: Al Balad, Corniche & More

Your booking will be made directly on Hala Yalla

Experience Jeddah like you never have before. Your tour will start by visiting the Old Jeddah. Your guide will tell you the amazing stories about Jeddah and its surroundings. You’ll enjoy a wonderful walk in Al-Balad, the old part of the city. This walking tour of the old Town will take you along all the less known must-see local spots: Old Market hidden gems, Old Jeddah hidden galleries, food only for locals.

While visiting Al-Balad, visitors will be taken to see Beit Nassif, one of the prominent renovated structures in the old city, which dates back to the mid 1800's. The five-story building provides a rare opportunity for the visitors to experience the blend of traditional architecture with modernity. 

You’ll also visit the Baghdadi house, the old gold market in Gabel Street and the Ukash Mosque. Your tour ends with a drive along the Jeddah Corniche which is the 30 km coastal resort area of the city of Jeddah. You will pass by the Jeddah sculptures museum. The corniche features a coastal road, recreation areas, pavilions and large-scale civic sculptures as well as King Fahd's Fountain, the highest fountain in the world.

More details:

• A minimum of 2 people are required to book the tour. 
• This tour is suitable for adults and children ages 6 and above.
• The maximum capacity of the tour is 99 people. 

Experience Duration and Schedules

• This trip is available on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
• The trip starts at 9 am and ends at 1 pm.
• The duration of the trip is 4 hours.

Prices & Packages

• Price includes transportation, a tour guide and entrance fees.
• Adults: 395 SAR 
• Children: 276 SAR 

Get More Information

If you have questions or need more information in order to book this experience, please contact our customer support team via the options available under the ‘Need help?’ section on this page.

Cancellation Policy

Your booking can be canceled with a 100% guaranteed refund if you contact us at least 24 hours prior to your reservation time.

What's included

What's not included.

• Personal expenses
• Food & beverages

Cancellation & Refund Policy

1 day before the event date.

Private Jeddah Tour with a Local

Availability

Important details, private jeddah tour with a local highlights, why we chose this tour.

There isn’t anything much better than meeting a local to show you around their hometown, which is exactly the experience you will get on our Private Jeddah Tour with a local. We handpick our guides based on their experience and knowledge so you will be sure to have an excellent time as your guide takes you to the lesser-known areas of Jeddah. Get to know how locals actually live in this city as your guide navigates the city with you. Our guide isn’t just there to show you the sights, he’s there to show you how the city actually works to live there!

• We hand-pick each tour and experience which we offer
• Led by a true local expert full of passion
• Hassle-free experience promise. We take care of everything so you just have to enjoy
• Great memories and the best stories guaranteed
• Easy booking, easy cancelation and best price guaranteed

Private Jeddah Tour with a Local Itinerary

16:00 - pickup from jeddah.

• You will be picked up from your hotel in Jeddah

Guided Tour of Jeddah with a local

• Meet your friendly local who will be taking you around Jeddah, showing you both the old and the new.
• Visit up and comping districts where locals gather in coffee shops and shisha lounges to really get a sense of what it's like to live in Jeddah.
• Walk down the new pedestrianized street along the red sea coast and marvel at the tallest fountain and flag pole in the world as well as the floating mosque and the Jeddah Open Air Museum.
• Understand more how locals spend their day, and how their traditions are centered around family and respect.
• You will get the tips and best food places from burger joints to local cuisines!
• Finish your tour at a stop in one of the famous places to have dinner in Jeddah - a local take on KFC!

21:00 - Drop off at Jeddah

• You will be dropped off at the same location you were picked up from.

If you have any questions about our Private Jeddah Tour with a Local, please contact us. Our team is standing by and will be happy to help

Book Private Jeddah Tour with a Local as a private tour, and customize the itinerary and locations for yourself, your family or a small group.

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Jeddah Historical and City Tour

• Driver/guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Entry/Admission - Al Tayebat International City
• Food and drinks
• Entry/Admission - Al-Balad
• Entry/Admission - Biet Nassif
• Entry/Admission - Jeddah
• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Al Tayebat International City
• Biet Nassif

Similar experiences

• You'll get picked up See departure details
• 1 Jeddah Stop: 60 minutes See details
• 2 Al-Balad Stop: 60 minutes - Admission excluded See details
• 3 Biet Nassif Stop: 30 minutes - Admission excluded See details
• 4 Al Tayebat International City Stop: 90 minutes - Admission included See details
• 5 Jeddah Corniche Stop: 60 minutes See details
• 6 Al Rahmah Mosque Stop: 60 minutes - Admission excluded See details
• You'll return to the starting point

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