Jeddah Al-Balad Historical & Heritage Walking Tour

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4 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

When was the last time you walked through a city alive since the 7th century?

Welcome to Al-Balad Historic Jeddah. Long before it became the royal seaport for Makkah in 657 AD, this Red Sea coastline was already drawing traders, pilgrims, and merchants from across the world. Al-Balad which simply means "The Town" still carries all of that history in its coral-stone walls, winding alleyways, and ancient souqs that have been buzzing for over a thousand years. On this heritage tour, you'll explore the old neighbourhoods on foot, hear the stories behind Jeddah's most iconic landmarks, sample authentic traditional dishes, and lose yourself in the colour of the old bazaar. This is Jeddah the way it was always meant to be experienced. Book your spot and step into a city that time forgot to leave behind.

What's Included

Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Dinner
any meal not mentioned on the program

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The tour guide will pick you up from the hotel

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Al-Balad

    Starts with walking around the unique buildings and learning about albalad history.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Nassif House Museum

    See a 700-year-old flag mast and a 15th-century cannon at this restored building, one of several crumbling structures preserved by the government.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Qabel Trail

    The bustling Balad marketplace includes this specialized market that sells electronics, perfumes, spices, dates, honey, and household items.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Al Shafei Mosque

    This mosque is situated in the narrow alleys of old Jeddah town off Suq Al Alawi. The mosque looks like a more recent construction but the site has been used as a mosque since c. 1000 AD.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Riyadh Trips

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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