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A coastal cityscape with a prominent blue skyscraper, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline. 1
A coastal marina with a cruise ship docked, a lighthouse, and a modern white building with a pointed roof. 2
A tall waterfall in a city street. 3
A couple posing in front of a shop with traditional pottery and decorative items on display. 4
A mosque with a blue dome and a tall minaret, surrounded by water. 5
By Saudi Tours Co.

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$292 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Walk through Jeddah’s UNESCO-listed Old Town
    • Shop for oud, spices & handmade souvenirs
    • Great for families, solo travellers & history lovers
    • Choose a daytime or atmospheric night tour

Activity location

    • Mecca
    • Mecca, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • F5MM+JG7، الملك عبدالعزيز،، البلد، جدة 22233، السعودية | If you choose the option with transportation, we will pick you up from your accommodation in Jeddah. If you choose the option without transportation, the meeting point will be behind the historic gate of the old town, at the entrance to Souq Qabil. Note: Airport transfer is a separate, paid service.
    • Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia

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Jeddah:Guided Walking Tour of the Historic Al-Balad Old Town

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Walking tour in the Old Town Al-balad.

Price details
AU$291.55 x 1 AdultAU$291.55
Total
Price is AU$291.55

Jeddah:Guided Tour of Al-Balad with Transport Available

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Enjoy reliable pick-up and drop-off service to and from your hotel.
Experience the rich history of Jeddah’s Old Town Al-Balad comfortably and without hassle.
Our professional team ensures your journey is smooth and convenient.

Price details
AU$647.90 x 1 AdultAU$647.90
Total
Price is AU$647.90

Jeddah: Half Day City Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Visit The Old Town Al-balad.
Visit jeddah promenade art.
Visit the floating Mosque.
Visit Yacht club.
Pick up and drop-off service is included.

Price details
AU$809.87 x 1 AdultAU$809.87
Total
Price is AU$809.87

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English or Arabic-speaking tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Entry fees (where applicable)
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water

What you can expect

  • Discover Jeddah’s beating heart on this immersive walking tour through Al-Balad — the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. With narrow alleyways, vibrant souqs, and centuries-old architecture, Al-Balad is a living museum that brings Saudi history to life.

    ✨ Your local guide will reveal hidden gems only residents know:

    Stroll past iconic Roshan balconies and coral-stone houses

    Visit Nassif House and the Al-Shafei Mosque

    Sip Arabic coffee with dates in a traditional courtyard

    Explore lively souqs full of spices, oud, textiles, and more

    Hear untold stories of pilgrims, traders, and royal visitors

    ️ Choose from daytime or evening tours. At night, Al-Balad comes alive with glowing lanterns, bustling locals, and cool sea breezes.

    1. Nassif House Museum (Bayt Nassif):
      A restored merchant’s house turned into a museum and cultural centre.
      Notable for its Ottoman-style architecture and a tree growing inside its courtyard.
      Offers insights into the lifestyle of wealthy Hijazi families in the 19th and 20th centuries.

    2. Al Alawi Souq (Souq Al Alawi):
      The oldest market in Jeddah, full of life, colour, and aromas.
      Shop for spices, oud, textiles, antiques, and traditional clothing.
      A perfect spot to interact with locals and sample dates or street snacks.

    3.Bab Makkah (Makkah Gate):
    The traditional gateway to Makkah, historically the starting point for pilgrims.
    A symbolic entry into Al-Balad's historic core.

    1. Bedouin Market:
      A market specialising in Bedouin products, fabrics, and threads.

    2. Al-Shafei Mosque:
      One of the oldest mosques in Jeddah, with parts dating back nearly a thousand years.
      Beautiful wooden minaret and quiet atmosphere.

    3. Historic Coral-Stone Buildings:
      Wander among old houses made of coral limestone with signature rawasheen (wooden lattice balconies).

    4. Bab Medina:
      One of the historic gates of the Old City. Here, you can see the foundations of the Old City Wall.

Location

Activity location

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    • Mecca
    • Mecca, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • F5MM+JG7، الملك عبدالعزيز،، البلد، جدة 22233، السعودية | If you choose the option with transportation, we will pick you up from your accommodation in Jeddah. If you choose the option without transportation, the meeting point will be behind the historic gate of the old town, at the entrance to Souq Qabil. Note: Airport transfer is a separate, paid service.
    • Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia