Historical & Heritage Tour in Jeddah Al Balad
At a glance
Historical & Heritage Tour in Jeddah Al Balad is a 5h small-group experience in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, operated by Abha Trips. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 74 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $129 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Air-conditioned vehicle.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 14 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h
- Group
- Small group, up to 14 travellers
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover with us one of the most fun experiences in old Jeddah. Before naming it as the royal seaport for Makkah in 657 AD, the Al-Balad site, “Historic Jeddah”, was built on beautiful coastal land. The area has a fascinating history.
It was founded in the seventh century and was once the beating heart of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Balad can literally be translated as "The Town. We will Explore the old town and try some traditional dishes and go shopping in the bazaar.
Itinerary:
1. Pick up from the hotel or the Cruise Pier.
2. Start walking around the unique buildings
3. Grabbing local beverages in an old cafe.
4. Visiting Al Shafei's old mosque.
5. Visiting Biet Nassif.
6. Visiting Gabel Street Souq (bazaar).
7. Driving back to the hotel or the Cruise Pier.
Tour Guide License No: 40000923
What's included
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Purchase
- Dinner
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Starts with walking around the unique buildings and learning about albalad history.
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Stop 2 · 1h
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.
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Stop 3 · 1h
The bustling Balad marketplace includes this specialized market that sells electronics, perfumes, spices, dates, honey, and household items.
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Stop 4 · 1h
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.
Meeting point
We meet you at the park
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Historical & Heritage Tour in Jeddah Al Balad take?
The experience lasts about 5h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $129 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Air-conditioned vehicle.
Where does it start?
We meet you at the park
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Arabic, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 74 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Jeddah.
