Welcome to Riyadh

General Information about Riyadh

Official Languages

Arabic and English

Currency

SAR

Time

GMT+3

Tax

15% (VAT)

Country Code

+966

Business Opening Hours

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Non-Corporate Opening Hours

(9:00 am -12:00pm) – (16:00pm – 23:00pm)
Most of stores closed during afternoon time

Temperature expected (in April)

20.4–33.4°C (68.7–92.1°F)

Electrical Voltage

220 V (50Hz) (Type G) plug is officially used in Saudi Arabia (See Photo), and the voltage is
230V and 60H.

Top supermarkets in Riyadh

Danube
Tamimi Markets

Food delivery Applications

Jahez
HungerStation

Application for Pick up

Uber

Hospitals In Riyadh:

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib hospital
Dallah Hospitals
Kingdom Hospital

Emergency Contact Number

911

Places to visit in Riyadh

In the ever-growing and flourishing city of Riyadh, you will discover the birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, along with its historical treasures hidden in the old palaces that witnesses the founding of the kingdom. It is a destination for tourists from all over the globe who wish to discover a world of shopping, entertainment, and business. It is an environment full of a beautiful nature and unique characteristics that are intriguing for explorers.

Al-Diriyah

Al Masmak Museum

Housed in a distinctive modern building and lush gardens, you can enjoy the experience of visiting the historical heritage of Al Masmak Museum educating yourself about all features and transitions of rule of the Kingdom any day of the week for free from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm.
For visit requests, email info.masmak@moc.gov.sa

Boulevard Riyadh City

It’s the place where endless fun destinations can be found in one place. In addition to the luxury shopping places where you can obtain pieces from the finest stores of international brands to your own closet, along with dishes that amaze your senses with flavours of local
and international cuisine. Riyadh Boulevard offers fun, joy and enthusiasm for adults and children.
https://riyadhseason.com/ar-SA/zone/boulevard-city

Kingdom Centre Tower

The Kingdom Centre in Riyadh is the fifth largest skyscraper in Saudi Arabia. From a height of 300 meters in the sky of Riyadh, take in a stunning panoram ic view of the beauty of the city through highly secure glass panels that let you enjoy the view of the city from the Sky
Bridge. The tickets prices are 69 SR for adults and 23 SR for kids under 10 years.
https://kingdomcentre.com.sa/ar/articles/?sky-bridge-ar

U Walk

U Walk has a unique style of luxury, enjoyment and a lot of options, enabling you to discover a new passion that you did not know existed! In addition to the luxurious stores, cafes, and restaurants, you can enjoy your visit with friends and family by visiting Bob’s Famous for playing bowling and other games or by watching the latest movie releases by purchasing tickets in the cinema hall, or through pre-booking via Muvi Cinema website. You will not complain about the summer heat as there are cooling devices outside the restaurants and cafes, do not miss the chance to enjoy the perfor mance of the dancing fountain.

Green Riyadh Initiative

In support of the Green Saudi Initiative, the Saudi Fencing Federation has decided to plant 50 trees in Riyadh. This effort aligns with our commitment to environmental sustainability and contributes to the country’s green initiative. Each tree planted represents our dedication to creating a more eco-friendly sporting environment, and through this initiative, we aim to leave a lasting, positive impact on the environment, reflecting our goals of promoting sustainability in sports and beyond. Proof of participation will be provided by the responsible official agencies once the area of
planting is confirmed. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact us at:
info@riyadh2024.org