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Jeddah discover old Jeddah Albalad

5.0(16 reviews)Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaOperated by Muhammad
  • Duration3 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesArabic, English
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

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.

Tour Guide License No: 4001392

What to expect

3 hours3 stopsPrivate tour

  1. Bab Jadid

    Bab Jadid, Abu Inabah, Al-Balad, Jeddah 22236, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    15 minutes

    Start your tour to visit Jeddah’s historical downtown area (Al-Balad) which is the historical area well known as the “Old Town”, where many of the oldest families used to live and work. It boasts of old buildings, a traditional souk and many restaurants, where visitors get to walk amid the old streets and experience the traditional landscape of the old town. When you are in historical Jeddah we will take you back to the old era of Saudi Arabia, all your senses will be in action. You will hear and learn amazing stories about Jeddah and ride and walk through secret doors, Enjoy a wonderful walking Al-Balad.

  2. Al-Balad

    Jeddah, 22233, Saudi Arabia

    2 hours

    You will see the old houses and will visit museums, art galleries, cafes and the old markets of the town. This history tour of Old Town will take you along all the less known must-see local spots: Beit Nassif, Makkah gate for a photo stop, Historical Jeddah north gate stop for a photo, other historical houses provide a rare opportunity for you to experience the blend of traditional architecture with modernity Old Market hidden gems, Old Jeddah hidden galleries and Local Jeddah food shops only for locals no tourists know about it

  3. Nassif House Museum

    Al Dhahab, Jeddah, 22236, Saudi Arabia

    45 minutes

    Nassif house museum is the one of most prominent houses in the old town. You will be visiting the Houses of Bashin and Nasif to explore the local artifacts and exhibits, followed by a traditional dinner provided at one of the local shops. A great time for shopping and buying souvenirs is included, as well as some time is spend to relax at local cafes and recreational spaces.

Pickup & meeting point

You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Start

Jeddah , alblad near al bayaa sq

End / drop-off

Jeddah , alblad near al bayaa sq

Pickup locations18

Hotels & residences18

  • Dunes HotelSari Street., Al Badawi Al Mulatham Al Bawadi District, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  • Jeddah Marriott Hotel Madinah Road6939 Al-Madinah Al-monawarah Road, Albawadi District, Jeddah, 23531, Saudi Arabia
  • SwissBlue HeraHira st, Al Bawadi, Jeddah, 23531, Saudi Arabia
  • Wahat AlbuyutatAbdul Rahman Ibn Asad, Jeddah, 23531, Saudi Arabia
  • Hyatt Inn SuitesMuhammad Abd Rida Street, Jeddah, 11441, Saudi Arabia
  • Sansa Hotel3651 Muhammad Abd Reda, Jeddah, 23525, Saudi Arabia
  • Luqya Hotel SuitesMuhammad Abd Rida, Jeddah, 23525, Saudi Arabia
  • Wajan HotelQuraish Street, District Bawadi, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  • Simat Llajnht Alfunduqiat AlfakhiraMohammed Reda Street, Jeddah, 21523, Saudi Arabia
  • Aijinihat Almuhmal Lilshuqaq AlfunduqiaHira Street, Jeddah, 23525, Saudi Arabia
  • Swiss Blue Hotel HeraHira Street, Jeddah, 23531, Saudi Arabia
  • Luqya Hotel SuitesMohamed Abdel Reda Street, Intersection with Hiraa Street, Jeddah, 12345, Saudi Arabia
  • Rawda AlsalamhMuhammad Abd Rida Street, Alsalama District, Building 36, Jeddah, 11193, Saudi Arabia
  • OYO 341 Sorooh Taibah Furnished Apartments4058, Abdulrahman Ghannam Street, Al-Bawadi District, Jeddah, 23531, Saudi Arabia
  • Movenpick Hotel City Star JeddahMadinah Road, Badr Hanin, Jeddah, 21512, Saudi Arabia
  • Ketan SuiteMohamed Abdel Reda Street, Intersection With Hiraa Street, Jeddah, 12345, Saudi Arabia
  • Hayat Al Rose Hotel AppartmentAli Afandi Jamil, Al Salamah, Jeddah, 42141, Saudi Arabia
  • Shada Hotel SalamaAl-Madinah Al-Munawarah Rd, As Salamah, Jeddah, 21511, Saudi Arabia
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

send me your hotel location through WhatsAPP .

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Local Guide

Not included

  • Lunch

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 30 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (1–2), Child (3–9), Adult (10–80)

Languages

Guide
Arabic, English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 hour before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Riyadh
Product code
467110P1

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 516 reviews
  • 516

Ratings aggregated from Viator (13) and Tripadvisor (3).

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