Jeddah is undoubtedly one of the top summer destinations in Saudi. The Red Sea city is famous for its numerous picturesque beaches and cultural attractions. It is the perfect spot for those looking to experience a fun-filled summer. The weather is heating up and so is the fun. Here are the best things to do in Jeddah in the summer.
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Amusement Park Fun
Don’t miss out on Jeddah’s most exciting entertainment centres. Visit Atallah Happy Land Park, which has many rides and activities including arcade games, a bowling alley, ice skating, wall climbing, horse rides as well as restaurants and coffee stalls to explore with the family. You’ll likely leave feeling happy.
Corniche Road.
Durrat Al Arous
A beach resort that is one of Jeddah’s oldest and most beloved. It offers expansive facilities and quality service, while maintaining a cosy and casual vibe perfect for families. Available at the resort are an equestrian centre, a yacht marina, health club, golf course, green spaces, amusement park, cafés and a variety of units available for rental providing a relaxing summer getaway.
Dahaban.
Game Over Escape Rooms
See if you have what it takes at the Game Over Escape Rooms. The challenge promises to be perfect for puzzle solvers. See if you can crack the code across a range of themes like horror, thriller and mystery, or brave scenarios like s Prisoner of War, La Casa De Papel, The Abandoned Shelter, Blood Bath, Alice in Wonderland, Dracula, Haunted Mansion, School of Magic, Lost City of Atlantis, and more.
As Salamah, jeddah.escapegameover.sa.
Jump Up
Enjoy your time with family and friends at one of Jeddah’s most exciting spots. Jump Up is the largest family entertainment centre in the city and offers you the chance to get active on climbing walls and trampolines. Check out the virtual reality park, pay football, volleyball fields and dodgeball and go on other adventures. The centre also features restaurants and cafés, toddler playground, women and family lounges, party rooms and karaoke rooms.
An Nahdah, gojumpup.com.
King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC)
If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, travel 125 kilometres to King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC). With beautiful beaches, water activities, private resorts, hotels, and a perfect picnic spot in Jeddah, the city offers a unique way to celebrate the summer.
KAEC.
Water Village
The western coast boasts all kinds of fun water ventures which is why it’s one of the best things to do in Jeddah in the summer. It is a top place to spend a refreshing summer with family, and the Water Village combines many of them in one location. It includes a variety of water rides such as wave pools, water slides, climbing poles, water tunnels, waterfalls as well as other activities. Also in the area are fast-food restaurants, for a convenient and delicious bite between rides.
Ar Rabwah.
