Private Historic District Tour in Jeddah


3 to 4 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
2 - 4
Mobile ticket

Overview

Al-Balad is the most prominent and important archaeological and heritage area in Jeddah, to which various visitors from all over the world go. The old town was the place that gathered people from all cultures. And now, this historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On my tour, you will enjoy the beautiful architecture of the old coral-stone houses, where some turned into museums, art galleries, and coffee shops, and I will show you the hidden gems of the old town.

Inclusions

  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • Entry/Admission - Bab Jadid
  • Entry/Admission - Matbouli House Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Al-Balad
  • Entry/Admission - Jeddah Our Days of Bliss Magad Museum

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

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

One of the oldest gates of the old town. The tour guide will meet you here.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Al-Balad, Jeddah 21481 Saudi Arabia

You will see the old houses and will visit museums, art galleries, cafes and the old markets of the town.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Biet Nassif, Souq Al Alawi Balad, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

Nassif house museum is the one of most prominent houses in the old town.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Al Shafei Mosque, Qabel Trail, Jeddah 7061 Saudi Arabia

The oldest mosque in the old town.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Souq Al Alawi, Al Dahab St, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

An old market

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Gabel Street Souq, Balad, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

One of the oldest markets in Jeddah.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Matbouli House Museum, Al Balad, Jeddah 22236 Saudi Arabia

One of the oldest houses in the old town that turned into a museum.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Jeddah Our Days of Bliss Magad Museum, Suq Al Alawi, Al Balad District near Biet Nassif house, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

The museum includes a collection of many valuable items and handicrafts.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Jeddah Academy Of Fine Arts, 3164 ابو عنبه، حي البلد، جدة 22236 7259، Al-Balad, Jeddah 22236, Saudi Arabia

Art Gallery

Duration: 10 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
G1379ALnoahs
September 2023

Ayat provided a unique and enjoyable tour! She walked me through the history of Jeddah's old town. She's very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information about Jeddah and Saudi Arabia. I appreciated her openness to questions and various conversations! Her English is superb! I was als...

Alejandro_U
October 2023

Wow! This tour surpassed our expectations tenfold. Ayat is an amazing tour guide - she is extremely knowledgeable about this region and Jeddah surrounds. The old town of Jeddah was so so beautiful, filled with intricate alleyways and stunning architecture. We recommend all visitors to Jeddah do t...

bubblyjoan
October 2023

Ayat took my husband and a friend of ours around Jeddah during our layover. We started our day at Al Taybat and I really loved how Ayat allowed our curiosity to influence our museum experience. We entered the rooms that sparked our interest and she enthusiastically answered our questions. We s...

4bluecats
October 2023

Ayat's Tours offered me an exceptional experience! Ayat took me through Jeddah’s Old Town which has a profound historical legacy. Ayat provided a tour that was not only well-organized but also incredibly informative, offering a profound understanding of the city's cultural heritage. Ayat is a kno...

Lisa_K
October 2023

Ayat was a fabulous guide. Very thoughtful and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Al Balad. Ayat provided great insights into Jeddah’s fascinating past. We highly recommend Ayat as a guide.

O4595FEmattd
June 2023

Ayat is absolutely amazing. My mother and I, coming from America, had one day in Jeddah as part of a stop over tour. Most of the beginning of the day before the tour was pretty standard, nothing to write home about, until the evening when we had Ayat’s tour. It absolutely changed our perception o...

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