Jeddah City Tour: Old Jeddah, Floating Mosque & Corniche

See Jeddah's modern landmarks and centuries-old streets in one morning or full day

A guided tour of Jeddah covers the Floating Mosque, the Corniche waterfront, King Fahd's Fountain, and a walking tour through the narrow alleys and traditional buildings of historic AlBalad. The tour runs 6 hours and includes a live English-speaking guide, bottled water, coffee or tea, entrance fees, and air-conditioned transport with pickup. Choose between a morning city tour or a full 8-hour option that gives more time in each neighborhood.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Jeddah landmarks and old city

• Drive along the Corniche
• Visit the Floating Mosque
• See King Fahd’s Fountain and lighthouse
• Walking tour in old Jeddah AlBalad
• Pass by Red Sea
• Pass by Flagpole
• Pass by Jeddah sign

The experience

The tour starts with a drive along the Corniche, where the Red Sea runs alongside Jeddah's modern skyline. You'll stop at the Floating Mosque, one of the city's most distinctive landmarks, then move on to King Fahd's Fountain, the world's tallest fountain, before heading to the Jeddah sign and flagpole for photos. The guide narrates the city's role as a gateway to Makkah and explains the architecture and heritage that shape the waterfront.

The second half takes you into AlBalad, the historic heart of Jeddah, where you walk through narrow alleys lined with traditional buildings that have stood for centuries. This is where the city's oldest neighborhoods survive, and the walking pace lets you move at a comfortable speed through the tight streets. The guide points out the craftsmanship and history embedded in the structures around you.

The tour includes bottled water, coffee or tea, entrance fees to the sites, and parking. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a live English-speaking guide. Pickup is arranged as part of the booking. The 6-hour option covers all the main stops. The full 8-hour version gives you more time to linger in AlBalad and explore at a slower pace.

What’s included

• Bottled water and coffee or tea.
• entrance fees to all sites.
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
• parking fees.
• live English-speaking guide.
• pickup from your hotel or a central meeting point.

Options for this experience

2 options

Old Jeddah Albalad and a Jeddah city tourGuide in English · 14 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 20:00Pickup is included

Eight-hour full-day tourGuide in English · 09:30, 10:00 and 11:00Eight-hour tour including the Altaybat International Museum, a city tour, the old town of Albalad and a traditional meal, with pickup included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 20:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (3 to 90 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Muhammad

Is this one for you?The 6-hour option fits a morning or afternoon and covers the main landmarks without a long time commitment. The full 8-hour version suits travelers who want to spend more time walking through AlBalad's alleys and absorbing the neighborhood's history at a slower pace.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

What is the Floating Mosque and why is it worth seeing on a Jeddah tour?

The Floating Mosque is one of Jeddah's most distinctive architectural landmarks, built in a way that makes it appear to float on the water. It's a major stop on the tour because of its unique construction and its place in the city's modern identity.

How much time do I spend walking through old Jeddah AlBalad?

AlBalad is explored on foot through the narrow alleys and traditional buildings of the historic neighborhood. The full 8-hour option gives more time to walk and absorb the older streets. The 6-hour tour covers the main sections at a steady pace.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour. The guide can recommend restaurants in AlBalad or near the Corniche, but meals are on your own.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes bottled water, coffee or tea, entrance fees to the sites, air-conditioned transport, parking, and a live English-speaking guide. Hotel or meeting-point pickup is arranged when you book.