7 Activities
Suburbs of Riyadh: Amazing Discovery
Starts from
Riyadh
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
7
Duration
13 hrs 40 min
Length
137 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Riyadh
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
13 hrs 40 min
Length
137 mi
- History and Culture
- Unusual Locations
Road.Travel
- Relax on the shore of a beautiful lake.
- Test yourself and go hiking.
- See the horse races.
- Explore the heritage of Diriyah.
Today you'll explore the suburbs of Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Many tourists prefer to visit the main attractions of Riyadh, and only true explorers spend time seeing its surroundings.
Even though you only have one day for exploring, it's enough to see some beautiful and amazing sites. You'll have a chance to explore nature, architecture, and have fun. You'll start your day on a beautiful lake and pass an ancient route called the Camel Trade. So get ready for hiking and take the necessary belongings with you, especially a hat and comfortable shoes. It's also best to take water with you.
Then you'll have a chance to visit one of the largest equestrian fields to see the horse races. Relax a little bit in the park. And then enjoy the architecture of the ancient town district.
Enjoy this day and your journey!
Even though you only have one day for exploring, it's enough to see some beautiful and amazing sites. You'll have a chance to explore nature, architecture, and have fun. You'll start your day on a beautiful lake and pass an ancient route called the Camel Trade. So get ready for hiking and take the necessary belongings with you, especially a hat and comfortable shoes. It's also best to take water with you.
Then you'll have a chance to visit one of the largest equestrian fields to see the horse races. Relax a little bit in the park. And then enjoy the architecture of the ancient town district.
Enjoy this day and your journey!
Categories
- History and Culture
- Unusual Locations
Today you'll explore the suburbs of Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Many tourists prefer to visit the main attractions of Riyadh, and only true explorers spend time seeing its surroundings.
Even though you only have one day for exploring, it's enough to see some beautiful and amazing sites. You'll have a chance to explore nature, architecture, and have fun. You'll start your day on a beautiful lake and pass an ancient route called the Camel Trade. So get ready for hiking and take the necessary belongings with you, especially a hat and comfortable shoes. It's also best to take water with you.
Then you'll have a chance to visit one of the largest equestrian fields to see the horse races. Relax a little bit in the park. And then enjoy the architecture of the ancient town district.
Enjoy this day and your journey!
Even though you only have one day for exploring, it's enough to see some beautiful and amazing sites. You'll have a chance to explore nature, architecture, and have fun. You'll start your day on a beautiful lake and pass an ancient route called the Camel Trade. So get ready for hiking and take the necessary belongings with you, especially a hat and comfortable shoes. It's also best to take water with you.
Then you'll have a chance to visit one of the largest equestrian fields to see the horse races. Relax a little bit in the park. And then enjoy the architecture of the ancient town district.
Enjoy this day and your journey!
Road.Travel
- Relax on the shore of a beautiful lake.
- Test yourself and go hiking.
- See the horse races.
- Explore the heritage of Diriyah.
Day Itinerary
7 Activities
Day 1
137 mi
Explore the Suburbs in One Day
Visit an incredible lake, go hiking, see the horse races, and visit an ancient town with unique architecture. All of this in only one day!
09:002 hrs
Lake Khararah
Start your day by visiting this amazing lake. This lake gathers from the rainwater, so it's best to visit it during the rainy season (at other times the lake is dry). The sand dunes surround the lake and this gives it the beauty of two forces of nature combined.
You can sit on the shore of the lake, enjoy the atmosphere, and have a picnic. But it's best to bring snacks with you, as there are no shops or places that sell food.
You can sit on the shore of the lake, enjoy the atmosphere, and have a picnic. But it's best to bring snacks with you, as there are no shops or places that sell food.
17.5 mi
30 min
11:301 hr
Aba AlQid Trail (Caravan Road)
Test your strength and walk along the Caravan Road (an ancient road and entrance to Riyadh from the west). It's also called the Camel Trail. This hiking route is not very hard, so you can reach the final point even if you're a beginner. The route is only 1 km long.
This route and the landscapes that you can see during the trip are amazing, especially after the rain. You can enjoy the views of Tuwaiq Mountain. On your way, you can also find beautiful shells in various shapes.
This route and the landscapes that you can see during the trip are amazing, especially after the rain. You can enjoy the views of Tuwaiq Mountain. On your way, you can also find beautiful shells in various shapes.
29.6 mi
50 min
13:201 hr
Najd Village Restaurant
An excellent restaurant where you can taste well-known popular Saudi dishes and enjoy the traditional folk atmosphere. Enjoy your meal near a beautiful little fountain with the sound of murmuring water.
The food is delicious! The decorations are nice and the staff are polite. There are family sessions and sessions for individuals.
The food is delicious! The decorations are nice and the staff are polite. There are family sessions and sessions for individuals.
23.2 mi
40 min
15:001 hr 30 min
King Abdulaziz Equestrian Field
Here you can enjoy grand horse races – a breathtaking, amazing, and intriguing show! You can find the horse race schedule on the official website of the Horse Racing Club.
There are also a lot of other activities inside the Field. There's a buffet on the first floor located across from the finish line. So you can enjoy the food and watch the race. And if you bet on the right horse, you might even win some money!
There are also a lot of other activities inside the Field. There's a buffet on the first floor located across from the finish line. So you can enjoy the food and watch the race. And if you bet on the right horse, you might even win some money!
41.1 mi
1 hr 10 min
17:401 hr 30 min
Wadi Hanifa Park
A nice park around the lake, where you can relax near the water on the shore. It's a good place to get away from the city bustle and enjoy nature and the silence. Here you can forget all your problems.
There's a café near the park, but it’s better to bring snacks with you.
There's a café near the park, but it’s better to bring snacks with you.
24.8 mi
50 min
20:001 hr
Jal Al Wadi Restaurant
A good restaurant for a dinner with traditional food. All the dishes are delicious. The liver and beans are highly recommended. Some of the best karak.
The restaurant has outdoor sessions with an irresistible atmosphere. In the middle of each table, there's a place for a fire (absolutely safe). And it's really mesmerising to look at the fire. In the outdoor area, you can also meet friendly cats.
Fast service and you have the option of ordering your food via a QR code.
The restaurant has outdoor sessions with an irresistible atmosphere. In the middle of each table, there's a place for a fire (absolutely safe). And it's really mesmerising to look at the fire. In the outdoor area, you can also meet friendly cats.
Fast service and you have the option of ordering your food via a QR code.
1.4 mi
10 min
21:101 hr 30 min
Historic Diriyah
Diriyah is a district of Riyadh. It's famous for its archaeological architectural style and arched clay walls. In the past, it was one of the main centres of the Kingdom and home of the Saudi royal family. Its historic district, the Turaif district, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
Spend time exploring the architecture, ancient walls, and castle. There are a lot of local shops where you can buy different goods. It's a really unique place.
Spend time exploring the architecture, ancient walls, and castle. There are a lot of local shops where you can buy different goods. It's a really unique place.