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Riyadh Travel Guide 2026: Things to Do, Attractions & Itinerary | Trip.com
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Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)
Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)
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What to do
Looking for things to do in Riyadh? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Edge of the World
4.5
/5
19 Review
Night view
The National Museum
4.6
/5
16 Review
Kingdom Centre
5.0
/5
63 Review
Night view
Al Masmak Palace Museum
4.1
/5
29 Review
Historic landmark
Al Faisaliah Tower
4.8
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27 Review
Night view
Heet Cave
4.4
/5
6 Review
Natural scenery
Mountain climbing
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Riyadh, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Fairmont Ramla Riyadh
4.6
/5
77 Review
Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel
4.5
/5
67 Review
Mercure Riyadh Al Anoud
4.6
/5
274 Review
Novotel Riyadh Al Anoud
4.7
/5
91 Review
Ibis Riyadh Hotel Al Muhammadiyah United Company Branch
4.4
/5
188 Review
Sunbus Hotel Service Apartments
4.6
/5
210 Review
Novotel Riyadh Sahafa
4.7
/5
54 Review
Goodluck in Riyadh Boutique B&B
4.8
/5
65 Review
Best Western Premier Riyadh
4.4
/5
122 Review
Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport
4.4
/5
111 Review
Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh
4.2
/5
67 Review
YILV Service Apartment
4.8
/5
121 Review
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Riyadh dishes and foodie spots.
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LA PETITE MAISON RIYADH
4.7
/5
10 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €119/person
JW Steakhouse
4.3
/5
6 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €73/person
Azzurro
4.2
/5
6 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €107/person
Lotus Restaurant
4.5
/5
6 Review
Asian cuisine
Koi Riyadh
4.7
/5
7 Review
Japanese cuisine
Avg. €59/person
Flour & Firewood (F&F)
4.3
/5
8 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €50/person
Kitchen On 3
4.8
/5
5 Review
Buffet
Sky View Restaurant
4.3
/5
7 Review
Western cuisine
Terrace
Avg. €28/person
Karam Beirut Restaurant - Riyadh Tahlia Street
4.6
/5
7 Review
La Piazza Restaurant
4.3
/5
6 Review
Seafood
Avg. €51/person
Caramel Lobby Lounge
4.4
/5
5 Review
Lunch Room
4.3
/5
8 Review
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Radisson Blu Hotel and Convention Centre, Riyadh Minhal
8.1
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Braira Qurtubah
9.1
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72 Review
W Riyadh - KAFD
9.4
/5
9 Review
Kimpton KAFD Riyadh by IHG
9.1
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8 Review
DoubleTree by Hilton Riyadh Financial District Hotel & Suites
9.7
/5
42 Review
Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Qurtuba
8.8
/5
78 Review
Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel
8.9
/5
86 Review
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8.9
/5
111 Review
Holiday Inn RIYADH THE BUSINESS DISTRICT by IHG
9.1
/5
46 Review
Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Financial District
9.2
/5
101 Review
Novotel Riyadh Sahafa
9.5
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54 Review
Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh
8.5
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Popular Types of Attractions in Riyadh
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Popular Attractions in Riyadh
Riyadh Cricket Association RCA Grounds
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Alworood Garden
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Heet Cave
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AlSalem Park
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Al-Athel Garden
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Volker Enders
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Albawardi garden
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Mountain
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Doos karting
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KAFD Wadi
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Al-Haeer Park Lake
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2030 stadiums
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First Gulf Park
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King Khalid University Hospital Mosque
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Al Ihsan Mosque
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Al Musa Mosque
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Al Salem Mosque
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Al-Manar Municipality Square
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Mosque of Mohammed Abdul Aziz Al - Deghaither
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Al Siddiq Mosque
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Mosque of King Salman Hospital
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Masjid Abu Bakar Siddiq
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Masjid
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The Umayyad Library
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Sulaiman Al-Hamza Mosque ring Abdullah bin Jibreen
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Masjid Muaz Bin Jabal
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Nora Al Hilal Mosque
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Mosque AAC factory, a mosque Pepsi factory (Masjid)
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JW Steakhouse
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Flavours All Day Dining
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Najd Village
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The Globe
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Ramen Restaurant KSA
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Al Nadeg
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JW Glass Garden
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Horizon Restaurant
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Traditional Chinese Fare
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Arabica coffee
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Gold Medal BBQ Chinese
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Sarajivo Cafe سراييفو كافيه
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Al Mamlaka Social Dining
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