
Arabic is the official language of Saudi Arabia and the primary language used in all dealings and public transactions. Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage and traditions have been shaped by its position as a historic trade hub and the birthplace of Islam.
Learn morePublic etiquette in Saudi Arabia is informed by our cultural heritage and Islamic religion, and underpinned by values that are familiar to people everywhere: respect for others, decorum in public and protection of privacy.
Learn moreWith 13 international airports, served by a wealth of international carriers, getting to and around the Kingdom couldn’t be easier.
Learn moreA first-rate transportation system connects Saudi Arabia’s provinces and cities, serving millions of people each day.
Learn moreContrary to popular belief, Saudi Arabia has four distinct seasons and a climate that varies between regions. Read on for a seasonal overview of the Kingdom’s weather.
Learn moreCurrency exchange and transactions are easy in Saudi Arabia.
Learn moreSet aside a day to explore centuries of Arabian prehistory, history, culture and art at the kingdom’s biggest and most entertaining museum.
Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh is a modern-day metropolis, complete with towering skyscrapers and a 99-floor sky bridge. But intertwined within this city is a deep-rooted sense of tradition and history that’s just waiting to be discovered.
Welcome to Ad Dir’iyah, birthplace of the first Saudi state, historical crossroads of pilgrims and traders, and home to one of the Kingdom’s most ambitious heritage developments.
As the former home and court of King Abdul Aziz, Riyadh's Al Murabba Palace is a monument to the city’s captivating past.
Hidden in the heart of the Najd, an oasis-dotted region 200km northwest of Riyadh, Ushaiger Heritage Village provides a glimpse of a slow-paced Saudi society of old.
Be amazed and inspired at Saudi Arabia’s leading centre for arts and culture.
A desert oasis of shady palm groves and crystal clear springs, Al Ahsa Oasis stands as a dazzling haven against the harsh and untamed plains of the Rub Al Khali (Empty Quarter). For millennia, this region’s fertile land made it a hub for traders and caravans crossing the region’s ancient trade routes, forging links across the Arabian Peninsula and beyond, and providing a stopping place for early pilgrims en route to Makkah.
With its long stretches of sandy beach and cool walkways, Jeddah’s Corniche has always been one of the city’s main draws. Following a major revamp in 2017, which added three new swimming bays, a pier and lush parklands, the area is now a must-see destination, blending seamlessly with Jeddah’s cosmopolitan appeal.
Set aside a day to explore centuries of Arabian prehistory, history, culture and art at the kingdom’s biggest and most entertaining museum.
Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh is a modern-day metropolis, complete with towering skyscrapers and a 99-floor sky bridge. But intertwined within this city is a deep-rooted sense of tradition and history that’s just waiting to be discovered.
Welcome to Ad Dir’iyah, birthplace of the first Saudi state, historical crossroads of pilgrims and traders, and home to one of the Kingdom’s most ambitious heritage developments.
As the former home and court of King Abdul Aziz, Riyadh's Al Murabba Palace is a monument to the city’s captivating past.
Hidden in the heart of the Najd, an oasis-dotted region 200km northwest of Riyadh, Ushaiger Heritage Village provides a glimpse of a slow-paced Saudi society of old.
Be amazed and inspired at Saudi Arabia’s leading centre for arts and culture.
A desert oasis of shady palm groves and crystal clear springs, Al Ahsa Oasis stands as a dazzling haven against the harsh and untamed plains of the Rub Al Khali (Empty Quarter). For millennia, this region’s fertile land made it a hub for traders and caravans crossing the region’s ancient trade routes, forging links across the Arabian Peninsula and beyond, and providing a stopping place for early pilgrims en route to Makkah.
With its long stretches of sandy beach and cool walkways, Jeddah’s Corniche has always been one of the city’s main draws. Following a major revamp in 2017, which added three new swimming bays, a pier and lush parklands, the area is now a must-see destination, blending seamlessly with Jeddah’s cosmopolitan appeal.
To wander Jeddah is to retrace the steps of traders and pilgrims who for centuries thronged the streets of this thriving city, infusing it with a vibrancy and immediacy that still endures today.
The Edge of the World is aptly named. Reached through winding desert trails that run along a ridge of the Tuwaiq escarpment, this spectacular spot offers uninterrupted views across the barren valley floor and to the horizon, seen from the edge of a sheer precipice.
Riyadh is home to some of the kingdom's most fashionable cafés. Here's our pick of six of the capital's best.
From traditional Arabic bakeries to Parisian-style cafés, wake up to the region's best breakfast options
Jeddah is a city used to welcoming the world, and in doing so feeding it too. Here's our guide to some of the city's best international cuisine.
What does Al-Ula look from above? An intriguing and awe-inspiring view of the divine beauty of Al-Ula from the air balloons.
The Formula E Championship commences their sixth season in Diriyah. The racetrack will host fans from around the world in an energetic and exciting sports atmosphere to enjoy the global sports scene.
Relish the enticing tale of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", based on the novel by the American writer "L. Frank Baum".
On a night fueled by revitalizing ambiance, revived by cheers of crowds longing for anticipation, Diriyah hosts the World Heavyweight Championship title, between British boxer Anthony Joshua and his Mexican counterpart Andy Ruiz Junior.