17 Activities
Historic Jeddah and Its Beautiful Past
Starts from
Jeddah
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
17
Duration
11 hrs 35 min
Length
26 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Jeddah
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hrs 35 min
Length
26 mi
- History and Culture
- Gastronomy
- Relaxation
Road.Travel
- Red Sea, the beauty of its beaches and coral reefs.
- Shopping at department stores and local markets.
- Museums, archaeological and historical monuments.
- Famous dishes, cuisines and a range of various flavours.
A Short Story About Historic Jeddah.
The history of the city of Jeddah goes back three thousand years BC. This was the time when it was inhabited by the Yemeni Quda’a tribe, one of the tribes that migrated from Yemen during the Great Flood that God Almighty mentioned in the Holy Quran. But, the turning point in the history of this ancient city was in the era of the Rashidun Caliphate, specifically in the era of Caliph Othman bin Affan, may God be pleased with him, when he took it as a port for Makkah in the year 26 AH / 647 CE. The most distinguishing feature of Jeddah today, is the fact that its historical part was included on 21 June 2014 as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
You will have your full share of exploring Jeddah's past and its bygone days; you will listen to the stories that wove the original fabric of ‘Jeddan’ society; and you will also have the fortune to discover Jeddah’s most prominent modern landmarks that have had a great impact on enhancing the urbanization of the city’s residents.
I hope you will have the most enjoyable time. It should be remembered that there is no automatic teller machine in the old city. So you should carry some cash in your possession because you will visit the old market that is renowned for its cheap products and prices. If your trip is in summer, the following is a must in order to avoid direct sunlight.
1) An umbrella 2) A bottle of water 3) Sunscreen
The history of the city of Jeddah goes back three thousand years BC. This was the time when it was inhabited by the Yemeni Quda’a tribe, one of the tribes that migrated from Yemen during the Great Flood that God Almighty mentioned in the Holy Quran. But, the turning point in the history of this ancient city was in the era of the Rashidun Caliphate, specifically in the era of Caliph Othman bin Affan, may God be pleased with him, when he took it as a port for Makkah in the year 26 AH / 647 CE. The most distinguishing feature of Jeddah today, is the fact that its historical part was included on 21 June 2014 as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
You will have your full share of exploring Jeddah's past and its bygone days; you will listen to the stories that wove the original fabric of ‘Jeddan’ society; and you will also have the fortune to discover Jeddah’s most prominent modern landmarks that have had a great impact on enhancing the urbanization of the city’s residents.
I hope you will have the most enjoyable time. It should be remembered that there is no automatic teller machine in the old city. So you should carry some cash in your possession because you will visit the old market that is renowned for its cheap products and prices. If your trip is in summer, the following is a must in order to avoid direct sunlight.
1) An umbrella 2) A bottle of water 3) Sunscreen
Categories
- History and Culture
- Gastronomy
- Relaxation
A Short Story About Historic Jeddah.
The history of the city of Jeddah goes back three thousand years BC. This was the time when it was inhabited by the Yemeni Quda’a tribe, one of the tribes that migrated from Yemen during the Great Flood that God Almighty mentioned in the Holy Quran. But, the turning point in the history of this ancient city was in the era of the Rashidun Caliphate, specifically in the era of Caliph Othman bin Affan, may God be pleased with him, when he took it as a port for Makkah in the year 26 AH / 647 CE. The most distinguishing feature of Jeddah today, is the fact that its historical part was included on 21 June 2014 as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
You will have your full share of exploring Jeddah's past and its bygone days; you will listen to the stories that wove the original fabric of ‘Jeddan’ society; and you will also have the fortune to discover Jeddah’s most prominent modern landmarks that have had a great impact on enhancing the urbanization of the city’s residents.
I hope you will have the most enjoyable time. It should be remembered that there is no automatic teller machine in the old city. So you should carry some cash in your possession because you will visit the old market that is renowned for its cheap products and prices. If your trip is in summer, the following is a must in order to avoid direct sunlight.
1) An umbrella 2) A bottle of water 3) Sunscreen
The history of the city of Jeddah goes back three thousand years BC. This was the time when it was inhabited by the Yemeni Quda’a tribe, one of the tribes that migrated from Yemen during the Great Flood that God Almighty mentioned in the Holy Quran. But, the turning point in the history of this ancient city was in the era of the Rashidun Caliphate, specifically in the era of Caliph Othman bin Affan, may God be pleased with him, when he took it as a port for Makkah in the year 26 AH / 647 CE. The most distinguishing feature of Jeddah today, is the fact that its historical part was included on 21 June 2014 as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
You will have your full share of exploring Jeddah's past and its bygone days; you will listen to the stories that wove the original fabric of ‘Jeddan’ society; and you will also have the fortune to discover Jeddah’s most prominent modern landmarks that have had a great impact on enhancing the urbanization of the city’s residents.
I hope you will have the most enjoyable time. It should be remembered that there is no automatic teller machine in the old city. So you should carry some cash in your possession because you will visit the old market that is renowned for its cheap products and prices. If your trip is in summer, the following is a must in order to avoid direct sunlight.
1) An umbrella 2) A bottle of water 3) Sunscreen
Road.Travel
- Red Sea, the beauty of its beaches and coral reefs.
- Shopping at department stores and local markets.
- Museums, archaeological and historical monuments.
- Famous dishes, cuisines and a range of various flavours.
Day Itinerary
17 Activities
Day 1
24 mi2 mi
The Historic Mosques of Jeddah
The old city abounds with many historical mosques, distinguished by their amazing architecture, towering minarets and deep history. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit them, especially the Al-Shafi’i mosque, the mosque of Othman bin Affan, and Pasha mosque.
08:3030 min
King Abdulaziz International Airport
The most important airport in Saudi Arabia and the main centre of operations for Saudi Arabian Airlines. It is also the air gateway to the holy city of Makkah, and the entry point for pilgrims to the Grand Mosque in Makkah. It also houses the Hajj Terminal, which is the fourth largest passenger terminal in the world.
13.9 mi
25 min
09:305 min
Al Jazirah Parking
If you are coming to Jeddah from the airport or the train station, rent a car from one of the car rental agencies located on the first floor of the parking. From there you can move around freely throughout this trip.
0.4 mi
10 min
09:455 min
Jeddah Old Gate
Jeddah, like all other ancient cities, was protected by a wall that isolated its interior from the outside. On your trip to "Al-Balad", which is the name given by the people of Jeddah to the Jeddah’s historical area, you will see the ingenuity of the ancient people in using local materials to design their homes and almost everything around them. Necessity is the mother of invention, and the people of Jeddah adapted to the humid conditions in their homes, and they created a system for ventilation and protection at the same time, using rocks and stones for construction. They also adapted to each other through social solidarity, which is still applied to this day.
0.1 mi
5 min
09:5530 min
Bait Ziryab
Bait Ziryab and Rabat Noor Wali on Abu Enaba Mosque Street are all points where the visitor enriches his historical supply of anecdotes and stories from Jeddah's beautiful past, replete with the most sublime aspects of love and altruism. You will return to narrate the effect of the customs and penetrating insight of our ancestors on the local community, the responsibility entrusted to individuals towards the people of the place, the role played by decision-makers at that time, and the difference in the situation from what it is now.
0.2 mi
5 min
10:3015 min
The Salloum Residence
Bait Salloum, which was originally a dilapidated ancient dwelling, was restored at a cost of more than two million riyals donated by a philanthropist, to be reopened as a museum that embodies the life of the earlier people at that time and the values of coexistence amongst them and amongst members of the same family.
The price of the entrance ticket is 15 riyals per person.
The price of the entrance ticket is 15 riyals per person.
0.1 mi
5 min
11:0015 min
Historic Nights Cafe
Baeshen Retreat, or the kitchen isolated by aristocratic English culture, was a distinct tradition of the elite of that time based on separating the kitchen and the servants’ quarters from the family home, to be always ready to receive eminent guests throughout the day.
It has now become a café serving hot and cold drinks and snacks, and uniquely possesses an authentic Hijazi atmosphere.
It has now become a café serving hot and cold drinks and snacks, and uniquely possesses an authentic Hijazi atmosphere.
0.1 mi
5 min
11:3010 min
Alsaidy Bakery
Who would have believed that the bakery started by Uncle Saif Alsaidy 60 years ago is still standing strong and making bread using the old method, in which wood is used to heat the oven, a classic alternative to the options common today. The strange thing is that Uncle Saif did not have any children, and he passed away a long time ago, may God have mercy on him. So to whom goes the credit, after God, for keeping this bakery in the Al Mazloum district open to this day... You will find the answer to that and more there.
0.1 mi
5 min
11:4515 min
Historic Al-Shafi'i Mosque
Al-Shafi’i Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Jeddah, and was known by that name because the Shafi’i school of jurisprudence used to be taught there. It is distinguished by the design of its minaret in the Mamluk style, and is one of the largest mosques in Jeddah. It is distinguished by its architecture that is similar to that of the Prophet’s mosque in Madinah, with its square courtyard and its open uncovered centre. The minaret is 803 years old and is one of the oldest buildings that has survived without restoration to this day.
0.2 mi
5 min
12:1530 min
Cafe Magad
This is an ancient home belonging to the Matbouli family, which has been restored and taken care of to become an antique café. Everything inside is for sale. You must buy something to eat from the bakery next door and relish this along with some hot drinks from the cafe, in an atmosphere full of the fragrance of history, whilst enjoying to the splendour of the place and the conversations of passers-by from the residents of the old neighbourhood.
0.1 mi
5 min
12:5030 min
Nassif House Museum
One of the most beautiful houses in the Old Quarter, also called the Huge Tree House, which was the original home of the Nassif family. But how did the house come to be owned by King Faisal and belong to the royal family thereafter? What is the story behind moving supplies from the bottom to the top at a unique speed that the other houses did not experience? What were the customs of the people of this house in summer at that time? You will come to know all of this and more there. Please note that there are no specific opening times for Nassif House and at times it may be closed.
0.3 mi
10 min
13:3030 min
Qabel Street
The landmark here, is a street that intersects with Gold Street, so what is the story of Gold Street and why it was called that? What is the street that the most prominent visitors to the old neighbourhood go to and what is its relationship to the pilgrims of the Sacred House? What are the most prominent features of the street from which ships moored in the port. You will discover the details when you get there!
0.5 mi
15 min
14:1530 min
Al-Matbouli House Museum
Al-Matbouli House is one of the oldest houses in the Old Quarter, and embodies the splendour of the ancient gypsum decorations and the beauty of the vintage Hijazi Roshan. What also distinguishes this house is the brilliance of planning in times of crises that may befall the inhabitants of the old neighbourhood due to sudden displacement or war. I will not divulge any more and I will leave the rest for you to experience when you visit the place. The house has no specific open times, but is often closed at noon and always opens its doors in the afternoon. There are no tickets, but a small tip for the attendant will do the trick.
0.2 mi
5 min
15:0030 min
Molasses Market
One of the most prominent things that was used in cafes at that time was the shisha, after which the Damascene narghile was made, but the shisha is often bigger and has only one flavour. It was distinguished by the length of the hose used for smoking, known as the "alyat". Thereafter, the shisha and "alyat" manufacturing industry flourished. You will visit Al Layyat Street and Al-Najdi House, which is a house that possesses a Najdi character in the middle of the Old Quarter.
0.4 mi
10 min
16:001 hr
Nagi Al-Harbi Kebab Restaurant
A visit to the Old Quarter would not be complete without tasting some of the traditional foods that some of its restaurants are renowned for, the most important of which are the Nagi Al-Harbi Kebab Restaurants. If you are lucky, it will be the restaurant that will serve you lunch after a busy day exploring Old Jeddah and the Old Quarter.
1.7 mi
10 min
17:301 hr 30 min
House of Safiyya Binzagr
The house of the fine artist, Safiyya Binzagr. This is a museum housing the most featured productions of the fine artist, and is located right outside the Old Quarter, but not far from the mast of the largest flag in the world, in Flagpole Square. Entrance to the museum is free, with the need for prior coordination approximately 48 hours before arrival.
3.5 mi
15 min
19:451 hr
Park Hyatt Jeddah
Thanks to the location of the distinctive Park Hyatt Hotel, it will be possible to enjoy the golden sunset and the magical view of the Jeddah Fountain from the courtyard of the Park Hyatt Hotel. Take some time to sit down and relax. You will pay for the beverages and food served.
