5 Things To Do In Riyadh During A Layover
Flying through the Kingdom and only have a few hours to kill before heading off to your final destination? Bazaar shares a few touristy spots to visit for a quick dose of Saudi culture…
The most daunting part of traveling is, undoubtedly, the layover. Being stuck in a strange city for hours on end can be soul sucking if you spend the entire time at the airport. For decades now, savvy travelers have been wise in planning which cities to connect through before making it to their final destination, not wasting a moment of their time in airport lounge.
And while Riyadh may be an unexpected choice when connecting through the region, there are plenty of things to do in the city if you have a few hours to kill before your next flight. Here, Bazaar shares five activities to do in Riyadh during a layover – so you can get your dose of culture before catching your next flight.
Riyadh Front & The Zone
On the hunt for great shopping, arcades, a bite to eat, or a just a quiet place to sip coffee and get some work done? The Riyadh Front and the Zone is your go-to spot. Boasting its own app and Instagram account, this destination is the perfect place for a bit of urban entertainment before moving on to the next leg of your journey.
For more information, visit riyadhfront.com
Museum of Happiness
Step into a world of pure imagination! This multi-sensory immersive museum is perfect for travelers who are keen to stay awake and alert while on their Riyadh layover. Museum visitors can interact with the extravagant installations, as they wander through a curated collection of all things happy.
From being greeted by a giant pink teddy bear to snapping the perfect Instagram pictures, this museum will put a smile on your face.
For more information, visit museumofhappiness.sa
Najd Village
Even if you’ve only got a few hours in a new city there’s still time to learn and immerse yourself in Saudi culture – and Najd Village is the perfect place to learn more about local heritage, cuisine and the rich history of the Kingdom.
For more information, visit nadjvillage.com
Kingdom Centre
This Riyadh landmark is the tallest sky scraper in town and has one of the best panoramic views of the city from its Sky Bridge. At 302.3 m high, each floor offers its own form of entertainment ranging from local and luxury shopping stores, the Four Seasons hotel, fine dining and a VOX cinema.
For more information, visit kingdomcentre.com.sa
Al Masmak Fortress
Travel back to the 19th century and visit the royal fortress. After seizing the city back in 1902, King Abdulaziz lived within the citadel. This newly renovated fortress is now a museum with historical information and captivating exhibitions with costumes and documents from 1912.
For more information, visit visitsaudi.com