Central Saudi Arabia
Travel Guide
Visit Central Saudi Arabia
Where to stay in Central Saudi Arabia
Al Olaya District
Unique features of Al Olaya District include the shopping and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Kingdom Centre or Sky Bridge while you're exploring the area.
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.
As Sulimaniyah
As Sulimaniyah is well-liked for its coffeehouses. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Riyadh area, you might plan a trip to Localizer Mall or Kingdom Centre.
Diplomatic Quarter
Diplomatic enclave in northwestern Riyadh, this area boasts foreign embassies, government departments, and tourist attractions. Explore Tuwaiq Palace, Oud Square, and various parks, while enjoying shopping plazas.
King Abdullah Financial District
When in King Abdullah Financial District, you can plan a visit to Riyadh Park Mall and The Boulevard Riyadh, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Qurtubah
When in Qurtubah, you can plan a visit to Riyadh Front Exhibition & Convention Center and Roshn Front, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Aloft by Marriott Riyadh
"I had a great stay all around"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Radisson Riyadh Airport
"Excellent experience, but buffet was expensive"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Novotel Riyadh Sahafa
"Simply amazing, easy parking, helpful staff, love the lobby coffee lounge. The room was nice and clean. Only con is the coffee system, a Nespresso machine would have been perfect"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh
Akarem Ishbilia Serviced Apartments
"Location they put is a incorrect because of that it cost me more money to pay for Uber:, the area is in residential; the room was super creepy , bed facing door , mirror facing the window, another mirror facing the bed; the phone for reception not working ; gave me same room even I asked for new ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
VOYAGE RESIDENCE
"Good overall."
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Popular places to visit
Kingdom Centre
During your trip to Riyadh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Kingdom Centre. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.
The Boulevard Riyadh
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Boulevard Riyadh during your stay in Riyadh.
Granada Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Granada Mall during your stay in Riyadh.
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.
Al Faisaliyah Tower
Al Faisaliyah Tower 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.
Ancient Diriyah
You can find out about the history of Diryah with a stop at Ancient Diriyah. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.
Things to do
International Prophet’s Biography Museum Tickets – Madinah
Full Day Madinah City Tour with Optional Lunch
Madinah Holy Places / Ziyarat Tour (Private)
Follow the First Steps of the Hijra in Madinah (Private tour)
- Al Batha Market
- King Abdulaziz Conference Center
- Kingdom Centre
- Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
- Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center
- Al-Raidah Digital City
- Granada Mall
- King Saud University
- Riyadh Park Mall
- Olaya Towers
- National Museum of Saudi Arabia
- King Fahd Stadium
- Princess Nora bint Abdul Rahman University
- Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University
- Cenomi Al Nakheel Mall
- Al Faisaliyah Tower
- Ancient Diriyah
- Ministry of Interior
- Sky Bridge
- Ministry of Education
- King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital
- Panorama Mall
- Riyadh Zoo
- Granada Business Park
- Al Musmak Fortress
- Localizer Mall
- Al Nakheel Mall
- Al Watan Park
- Riyadh Gallery Malik Fahad
- King Abdulaziz Historical Center
