What to do in Riyadh

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Riyadh Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Riyadh has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Riyadh, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Riyadh with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Riyadh

Riyadh is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Riyadh, and make it a breeze to explore Riyadh and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Riyadh to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Riyadh, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Riyadh.

Riyadh attractions

Riyadh has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Riyadh to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Riyadh.

Looking for things to do in Riyadh can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Riyadh or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Riyadh attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Al Olaya District

3.5/5(12 area reviews)

Unique features of Al Olaya District include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Al Faisaliyah Tower or Kingdom Tower while you're exploring the area.

Al Olaya District
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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 Aqiq

While visiting Al Aqiq, you might make a stop by sights like Riyadh Park Mall and Roman Sabratha.

Al Aqiq
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Qurtubah

Though Qurtubah may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Riyadh Front and Granada Mall.

Qurtubah
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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.

King Abdullah Financial 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 Kingdom Tower.

Diplomatic Quarter

Day trip destinations from Riyadh