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The Nabatean tombs of AlUla, futuristic Riyadh, Red Sea reefs and vast deserts β€” newly open Saudi Arabia is one of travel's most intriguing frontiers.

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Capital
Riyadh
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Currency
Saudi Riyal (SAR)
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Language
Arabic
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Best time
Nov–Mar
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Visa
eVisa
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Avg daily budget
$60 – $450
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Safety
Generally safe
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Main airport
Riyadh (RUH) / Jeddah (JED)
Overview

Why travellers love Saudi Arabia

AlUla's Hegra (a sister to Petra) is the star, with Riyadh's modern edge, Jeddah's old town and Red Sea diving rounding out an emerging destination.

Tourism is new here, so go with an open mind and respect local customs.

Where to go

Top places in Saudi Arabia

The destinations worth building your trip around.

AlUla

AlUla

πŸ—“ 2 days

Hegra's Nabatean tombs and desert canyons.

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Riyadh

Riyadh

πŸ—“ 2 days

Modern capital, museums and Edge of the World.

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Jeddah

Jeddah

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Historic Al-Balad and the Red Sea.

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Red Sea coast

Red Sea coast

πŸ—“ 2–3 days

Pristine reefs and new resorts.

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Plan day by day

Saudi Arabia itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
AlUla β†’ Riyadh β†’ Jeddah
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$300 – $2,250
1–2

AlUla

Hegra's Nabatean tombs and desert canyons.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· Iconic
3–4

Riyadh

Modern capital, museums and Edge of the World.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Adventure
5

Jeddah

Historic Al-Balad and the Red Sea.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Culture Β· Beach
Route
AlUla β†’ Riyadh β†’ Jeddah β†’ Red Sea coast
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$420 – $3,150
1–2

AlUla

Hegra's Nabatean tombs and desert canyons.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· Iconic
3–4

Riyadh

Modern capital, museums and Edge of the World.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Adventure
5–6

Jeddah

Historic Al-Balad and the Red Sea.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Beach
7

Red Sea coast

Pristine reefs and new resorts.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Beach Β· Diving
Route
AlUla β†’ Riyadh β†’ Jeddah β†’ Red Sea coast
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$600 – $4,500
1–3

AlUla

Hegra's Nabatean tombs and desert canyons.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ History Β· Iconic
4–6

Riyadh

Modern capital, museums and Edge of the World.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ City Β· Adventure
7–8

Jeddah

Historic Al-Balad and the Red Sea.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Beach
9–10

Red Sea coast

Pristine reefs and new resorts.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Diving
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Visa & entry

Saudi Arabia visa requirements

Visa required?
eVisa for many nationalities
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days (1-yr tourist visa)
Visa on arrival
For some
eVisa
Yes (official e-Visa)
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities can get an online tourist e-Visa or visa on arrival; dress and conduct rules apply. Always verify with the official Saudi Arabia immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Saudi Arabia visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Saudi Arabia budget guide

Budget

$60/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$450+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Saudi Arabia budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Saudi Arabia

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Hegra (Mada'in Salih)

Saudi's first UNESCO site, like Petra.

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Edge of the World

Dramatic cliffs near Riyadh.

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Al-Balad, Jeddah

Historic coral-stone old town.

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Red Sea diving

Untouched reefs and clear water.

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AlUla canyons

Elephant Rock and desert vistas.

Blog

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