Things to Do in Riyadh

Top Things to Do in Riyadh

Things to Do in Riyadh


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Top Attractions in Riyadh

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What travelers are saying

  • ShilohinBC
    Lower Mainland, BC516 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great views of Riyadh but it was quite smoggy when I was there. The shopping area in the building is amazing and lots of places to eat. I was able to have a glimpse into the small mosque located there. Visit is worthwhile.
    Written February 24, 2024
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  • ffrige
    shanghai456 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing views, stunning sunset, starry sky... a really beautiful evening at the outskirts of Ryyadh. I booked a tour with dinner and the food was not bad either.
    Written March 18, 2024
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  • mwhamburger
    Seattle, WA843 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    plans to spend at least a couple of hours here and you will learn a lot. On display is a skeleton of a Platybelodon and Ichthyosaur; very interesting also the huge meteorite that was found in the Wabar crater. You will learn about the pre 14 pre Islamic Arabian kindoms on the Arabian Peninsular 5 BC - 700 AD. The overall collection is marvelous.
    The outside gardens are also worth visiting and enjoying
    Written February 1, 2024
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  • ShilohinBC
    Lower Mainland, BC516 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Entry is free and one should have a local guide or do some reading about the history of the Fort and its relationship to the founding of the country before going into it. Fascinating place. A must go.
    Written February 24, 2024
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  • Mona A
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    •Offers tours for non-Muslims to introduce Islam
    •Tour guides are friendly and fluent in English
    •Nice archictecture
    •Very clean
    Written January 16, 2024
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  • Marin G
    Lozenets, Bulgaria2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfectly done dinner with polite and quick service.
    Professionally meeting and greeting the guests.
    The food was tasty and the choices impressive
    Written March 16, 2023
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  • PeteDalton71
    Ascot, UK123 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After work walk, we were looking for a nice walk after a day in the office. This is a good location, it was a week day so very quiet with most amenities not available. It was nice to see families enjoying what is a fantastic ‘green space’ in the city.

    The walk around is about 1 mile. Easy to pick up an Uber or taxi from near the gate.

    A great space, probably more interactive on a weekend.
    Written October 20, 2023
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  • Emarati_Gentle
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates37 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unfortunately when we reached the mall it was under renovation and many shops are still closed. We only found two shops open.
    Written December 29, 2019
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  • Yousif K
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia69 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent museum, wonderfully displayed, well worth a visit. Very informative and enjoyable. Two full floors of exhibit halls. Plenty of room, well laid out, easy to follow the floor arrows so as not to miss anything, and the restrooms we’re spotlessly clean.
    Written February 6, 2023
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  • TeneSaarva
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates752 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited on our last day . Rather busy and crowded to get in. Nice little zoo , restaurants and amenities could be better though.
    Written December 20, 2023
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  • ghaith
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Actually the restaurant was very elegant, delicious and welcoming. The staff were very professional and friendly. Moreover, the manager Mr. Mohammed Tharoat was very helpful and professional. We met the chef Mr. Paskal and we were delighted honored to met both of them.

    Thanks for everything, the experience should be repeated and recommended for couples, business and family. The atmosphere was amazing.

    Best wishes,
    Ghaith Al-Atawi
    Written December 2, 2022
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  • piereabounaoum
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia43 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wherever you go in Riyadh, Tahlia will always be a place to visit when you decide to go out for lunch/dinner/coffee or anythiing; it is in the heart of Riyadh (if not the heart)
    Written January 16, 2020
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