Visit JEDDAH

Welcome Jeddah is a city in the Hijaz Tihamah region on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major urban centre of western Saudi Arabia. It is the largest city in Makkah Province, the largest sea port on the Red Sea, and the second-largest city in Saudi Arabia after the capital city, Riyadh. With a population currently at 3.4 million people, Jeddah is an important commercial hub in Saudi Arabia.

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Globe Roundabout Fakieh Aquarium is the only aquarium for the public in Saudi Arabia and offers education and entertainment by presenting the wonders of the underwater environment of the Red Sea and marvels brought from other seas and oceans around the world.   With more than 200 species including Sharks, Groupies, String Rays, Napoleon Wrasse, Sea Horses, Murrays amongst others, the Fakieh Aquarium aim to continue expanding the sea world life with the introduction of the unique Sea Dragon later on this year. Fakieh Aquarium is the only aquarium for the public in Saudi Arabia (JEDDAH) and offers education and entertainment by presenting the wonders of the underwater environment of the Red Sea and marvels brought from other seas and oceans around the world. With more than 200 species including Sharks, Groupies, String Rays, Napoleon Wrasse, Sea Horses, Murrays amongst others, the Fakieh Aquarium aim to continue expanding the sea world life with the introduction of the unique Sea Dragon later on this year. Families can also enjoy the amazing Dolphin and Seal Lion show everyday, and later on this year, they will the opportunity to swim with the Dolphins.

Hejaz railway The Hejaz Railway had the original purpose of connecting Istanbul and Hejaz many years ago. Hejaz, Arabia contains the holiest shrines of Islam and Mecca. The railway helps those who make the pilgrimage every year easier. Another important reason for building the railway was to promote the economy and help in military transportation of both Istanbul and Hejaz. Unfortunately it was severely damaged during World War I. .

Arabian cuisines This is another place where families can have food and fun away from the scorching summer heat. It’s located in front of the newly developed Jeddah Corniche, on 60,000 square meters It is contained in a beautiful two-story building with outstanding views of the Red Sea. The location offers over 220 of the latest games for 400 players at any given time. This includes Diving Games and Rides, the huge Sky Tube, Toddler Zone and Studio C. The facility also has six huge indoor arcade attractions including the Bumper Car Raceway, Airplane Ride, Camel Race, bowling, ice-skating and the memorable Carousel Ride. The raceway and airplane rides are the most popular. Expect to pay from SR30 to SR50. Game cards are available at the reception

Chucky cheese This is another place where families can have food and fun away from the scorching summer heat. It’s located in front of the newly developed Jeddah Corniche, on 60,000 square meters It is contained in a beautiful two-story building with outstanding views of the Red Sea. The location offers over 220 of the latest games for 400 players at any given time. This includes Diving Games and Rides, the huge Sky Tube, Toddler Zone and Studio C. The facility also has six huge indoor arcade attractions including the Bumper Car Raceway, Airplane Ride, Camel Race, bowling, ice-skating and the memorable Carousel Ride. The raceway and airplane rides are the most popular. Expect to pay from SR30 to SR50. Game cards are available at the reception

Abu Zaid Abu Zaid Restaurants specialize in Mutabag and Maasoob, both local Saudi Dishes that are a great alternative to the usual Shawurma, or Franchise takeaways Jeddah has to offer. Some of the desserts on offer at Abu Zaid were in the past only served in Ramadan, although now they are available all year round. The Abu Zaid locations are very much like Shawurma joints in town, and are primarily targeting the takeaway crowd. Although you can, if you wish choose to sit in the restaurant, on one of the many multi coloured plastic chairs available. The food is what draws in the crowds and it can get busy, so don't be surprised if you have to queue while you wait for your food to be prepared. Mutabag, is a bit like a thick pancake folded and cut in squares. Four different types are available at Abu Zaid, Meat & egg, vegetables, cheese, and banana mutabag (which is nice and sweet). All are worth a try, the meat can be a little salty. Savoury dishes are served with lemon and a small chilli in case you want to spice things up a bit. Maasoob is a traditional Hejaz Dish.. and is basically bananas, dates and bread all mashed up together. It looks like it might be a banana crumble, but it isn’t very crumbly, less crumbs, more squish.

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Contact Details City of Jeddah Information Centre Phone:0126149999 P.O.Box:7687 Postal Code:21146 webadmin@jeddah.gov.sa https://www.jeddah.gov.sa/English/ContactUs/index.php