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A city in the Al Baha region

A journey to Al Baha is a journey to a different Saudi Arabia. In a kingdom that’s often characterized by ochre desert, this high-altitude city is a place of ancient towers, lush forests and winding valleys. The ancient Ghamid and Zahran tribes forged a unique cultural identity in the area, building 1,001 stone qasbah lookout towers that are only found here, as well as setting up a bustling souq. But the real joy is driving out of the city on hairpin mountain bends, past apricot and pomegranate orchards, into the 40 or so forests that surround the city. The road to the famous marble village of Dhee Ayn — through Tolkienesque valleys and past ruined towers — is almost as spectacular as the site itself.

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Call of the Wild Camp Your Way Through Al Baha

Al Baha is one of the best places in the kingdom for camping lovers with its dense forests, high mountains, pleasant weather, and starlit skies.

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Heritage Al Baha

Dhee Ayn - A Historic Village Like No Other

The historic village of Dhee Ayn, widely known as the Marble Village, is a misnomer of sorts owing to the rocky hill it sits upon.

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The Historic Villages of Al Baha

Known for its friendly locals, master crafts, and unique architecture, Al Baha is a great destination for culture trippers and history enthusiasts.

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A Family Weekend at Epic Al Baha

Tucked amidst craggy peaks, Al Baha will pander to your wanderlust with its perfect combination of nature’s bounty, historical landmarks, and outdoor escapades.

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Dhee Ayn

Built on a white marble outcrop in the epic Bidah Valley, south of Al Baha, Dhee Ayn looks like an Arabian citadel has arrived on a Tuscan hillside. Often called the Marble Village, the cuboid buildings were made of stone and slate more than 400 years ago, and abandoned sometime in the 1980s. Exploring its narrow pathways today is an eerily beautiful experience, especially during the golden hours, when the light reflects on the white marble and the colorful mountains in the background.

Raghadan Forest Park

In the cool Sarawat mountains west of the city, Raghadan Forest Park was once a wilderness area but has been sensitively adapted for visitors, with a paved trail up into forested hills populated by impish baboons. From the top of the path, there are beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, including the winding road that leads to Dhee Ayn. Food stalls and barbecues mean it’s possible to do as the locals do, and dine up in the hills as the sun goes down.

Sheda Village

Nestled halfway to the peak of Jebel Mussala Ibrahim is the hidden village of Sheda, offering dramatic views across the green cliffs and valleys of the Sarawat mountains. The picturesque drive up its slopes passes ancient, stone-made houses that dot the roadside, offering a glimpse of a time and communities past.

Travel tips

Where to stay
Book into the traditional-style Capital O 309 Al-Faleh Hotel near the Alamalad Castle; the modern Saf Hotel amid the wild landscapes south of town; or, further down the road, the slick National Park Hotel, Baljurashi.
- Saf Hotel
- National Park Hotel, Baljurashi
Where to eat
Try Fifth Season for sizzling seafood platters; Signature for fresh raw fruit juices; Backyard Cafe for Arabic coffee and local dishes; and 65 Burger for slick, American-style burgers and fried chicken.
Where to have fun

A drive along King Fahd’s Mountain Pass affords some of the best views in Al Baha, taking in scenic villages and deep valleys. For a glimpse of the Al Baha of old, tour the region’s ancient gold mining sites, before camping under the stars in the lush forests of Raghadan National Park.
Rent a car
Theeb, Al Wefaq, Budget and Europcar all have branches in Al Bahah, opening up the winding roads and wild nature around the city.
- Theeb
- Al Wefaq
- Budget
- Europcar
Learn more
MyTrip’s tours include visits to the marble village of Dhee Ayn and Raghadan forest, while Go Zahid also includes the Al Baha Museum. Bondai’s 4WD trips feature a hike up Shada Mountain.
- MyTrip
- Go Zahid

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