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Best Things to Do
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Riyadh [2025]
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Edge of the World
4.5
/5
18 reviews
7.6
Based on 448 reviews
74.1 km from downtown
Address: WXWR+W7، العويند 15423, Saudi Arabia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Cliff Top Bird's-Eye Desert City View
Saudi Arabia's Must-See Spectacular Cliff Wonders
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"Edge of the World offers a breathtaking cinematic experience that combines stunning visuals with a gripping storyline.The film beautifully captures the raw power of nature& the resilience of the human spirit.With outstanding performances and a strong sense of adventure, it transports viewers to a place where danger and beauty coexist.Whether you're a fan of historical dramas or epic journeys,this movie is an absolute must-watch. A true masterpiece that will leave you in awe from start to finish
"Edge of the World" is a visually stunning and emotionally gripping historical drama. Jonathan Rhys Meyers delivers a compelling performance as Sir James Brooke, a British adventurer who becomes the Rajah of Sarawak. The film beautifully captures the lush landscapes of Borneo, immersing viewers in a world of political intrigue, cultural clashes, and personal redemption. While the pacing can be slow at times, the rich storytelling and breathtaking cinematography make it a worthwhile watch.
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Kingdom Centre
4.8
/5
63 reviews
6.7
Based on 1,940 reviews
188m from downtown
Phone +966-11-211-2222
Address: King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12214, Saudi Arabia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.1 of Night Attractions in Riyadh
Highlights:
311m high Riyadh panoramic view
Sky Bridge: Riyadh's night view
31% positive reviews
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[Scenery] Kingdom Center is a skyscraper located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with 41 floors and 302.3 meters high.
[Cost-effectiveness] When it was completed in 2002, it surpassed Faisaliyah Center to become the tallest building in Saudi Arabia. It is currently the fourth tallest building in Riyadh and the fifth tallest in the country. It is the third tallest skyscraper in the world with a hollow exterior.
[Fun] In addition to the shopping mall, there is also a Four Seasons Hotel and private luxury apartments. There is a 56-meter-long pedestrian bridge on the top of the building; the attached parking lot can accommodate 3,000 cars.
The best building in Riyadh, you can see it from a distance. The Kingdom Tower is connected to a mall, and you can find most common brands. Unfortunately, the observation deck was under maintenance, so I didn't succeed in climbing the tower. I'll come back next time~
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Al Masmak Palace Museum
4.1
/5
30 reviews
6.0
Based on 664 reviews
9.9 km from downtown
Phone +966-1-4110091
Address: 6937 Al Thumairi St, 6937، 3153, Riyadh 12634, Saudi Arabia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Exhibits inside the fortress showcase Saudi Arabian history
A 2-hour glimpse into Laos's royal history
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It's free and tells some Saudi history and castle stories. There is an antique street next to it, selling local aroma wood, clothes, etc. It's also good to have some fun.
Also known as the Royal Palace Museum, it is a fortress with a monument at the entrance, engraved with the names of the warriors who guarded the castle. Inside, items used in the fortress's life and battles are displayed, as well as portraits of successive kings, recording the history of Saudi Arabia's founding.
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The National Museum
4.4
/5
15 reviews
5.4
Based on 724 reviews
8.1 km from downtown
Address: حي, 8745 King Saud Rd, 2722, King Faisal Road, Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
2.75-ton meteorite & holy site
Modernist architecture & Arabic features
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A detailed Arab history exhibition, well worth a visit
Saudi Arabia has an area of about 2.25 million square kilometers, the largest country in the Middle East and the twelfth largest in the world. Saudi Arabia has a population of about 36.17 million, of which about 62% are Saudi nationals.
Oil is the lifeblood of Saudi Arabia, with proven crude oil reserves of 36.35 billion tons, accounting for 16% of the world's reserves and ranking second in the world. Natural gas reserves are 8.2 trillion cubic meters, ranking sixth in the world.
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Heet Cave
4.5
/5
5 reviews
5.1
Based on 67 reviews
41.2 km from downtown
Address: Hyt, Riyadh 14369, Saudi Arabia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Explore a clear underground lake
Swim and snorkel in a cool cave lake
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I took an Uber. Heet cave is more than 40 kilometers away from the city. It is recommended to drive there by yourself. When the car is 2 kilometers away from the destination, it is a gravel road. The road condition is not very good and you need to drive slowly. You can enjoy the natural scenery and drive directly to the entrance of the cave. The landscape here has not been developed at all. There is no business. The slope is a bit steep when walking down from the cave entrance. Be careful when going down. There is a huge rock layer above the cave entrance (a bit oppressive, don't enter if you are timid). The scenery inside the cave is very good. There is a small canal with blue and clear water. There are birds nesting in the cave. I met a few Saudi guys who just went up from here to swim, but I felt that swimming would not be safe. After all, there are rock layers above and it has not been developed. Safety is still the first priority. The scenery below is really beautiful, the water is very clear and warm. After a short stop to take pictures, I returned the same way. I sighed at the uncanny work of nature. The free attractions are still good.
It is completely undeveloped and pure nature. It is a bit difficult to climb down and up. The water is warm, and I thought it was icy. I am not sure whether it is possible to snorkel, but I didn't see it anyway.
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Al Faisaliah Tower
4.7
/5
26 reviews
5.1
2.8 km from downtown
Address: MMRM+4XQ, King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya, Riyadh 30194, Saudi Arabia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Landmarks glow pink for events
655 glass panels & view
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Navigate to the bottom of the tower, enter the door and buy a ticket. The ticket price is 69SAR per person. Take the elevator up to a special viewing platform. The night view is very beautiful. It is very windy, so remember to bring a coat. You can also make a reservation at the restaurant above to enjoy the night view.
Faisalta is another tall building in Riyadh that can take an elevator to a four-story revolving restaurant on the top of the tower in 25 seconds.
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