What to do in Riyadh

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Riyadh

Riyadh Attractions

Riyadh has so much on offer. Whether you want heart-pumping adventures or you're planning to discover the local history, it's easy to fall in love with this place. With countless sights to explore in this buzzing national capital, it'd be a good idea to start organizing your to-do list sooner rather than later.

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What to do in Riyadh

Free Things to Do in Riyadh

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Salam Park - Whether you can distinguish your geraniums from gerberas, it's easy to find beauty in this marvelous display.

Things to Do in Riyadh with Kids

You'll find plenty of fun activities to do with the kids in and around Riyadh. Keep the crew happy with our family friendly experiences.

 

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Popular places to visit in Riyadh

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Kingdom Tower

Learn about the local history of Riyadh when you spend time at Kingdom Tower. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Kingdom Tower
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Kingdom Centre

You can find out about the history of Riyadh with a stop at Kingdom Centre. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Kingdom Centre
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Al Batha Market

With a visit to Al Batha Market, a popular shopping spot in Riyadh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Al Batha Market
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King Abdulaziz Conference Center

King Abdulaziz Conference Center is just one of the places to see in Riyadh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

King Abdulaziz Conference Center
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National Museum of Saudi Arabia

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Saudi Arabia during your travels in Riyadh. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

National Museum of Saudi Arabia
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Al-Raidah Digital City

After visiting Al-Raidah Digital City, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riyadh. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Al-Raidah Digital City
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King Saud University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of King Saud University, during your travels in Riyadh. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

King Saud University
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Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital

If Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Riyadh. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
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Riyadh Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Riyadh Zoo home during your trip to Riyadh? You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Riyadh Zoo

Explore areas of Riyadh

Al Olaya District, Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Al Olaya District

3.5/5Good!(128 area reviews)

Unique features of Al Olaya District include the shopping and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Ministry of Interior or Centria Mall while you're exploring the area.

Al Olaya District
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Diplomatic Quarter

Diplomatic Quarter is well-liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Riyadh area, you might plan a trip to King Abdulaziz Conference Center or Olaya Towers.

Diplomatic Quarter
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As Sulimaniyah

4/5Very Good!(17 area reviews)

Travelers like the coffeehouses in As Sulimaniyah, and Al Gawza Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

As Sulimaniyah
Downtown Riyadh, Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Downtown Riyadh

Downtown Riyadh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Al Batha Market and National Museum of Saudi Arabia.

Downtown Riyadh
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Al Malaz

4/5Very Good!(4 area reviews)

Travelers like the zoo in Al Malaz, and Riyadh Zoo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Al Malaz
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Al Wurud

4.5/5Wonderful!(4 area reviews)

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Al Wurud. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kingdom Centre and Sahara Mall are a few top places to visit.

Al Wurud
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