Excursion Cultural jeddah tour at Jeddah

As one of the Gulf's oldest seaports and the gateway to the holy city of Makkah Jeddah has been welcoming the world for centuries, which has helped transform the city into the culturally rich melting pot it is today.

For a fascinating look into Jeddah's long and cosmopolitan past, take an approximate 30 minute drive to the Tayebat Museum for a representation of the city's 2,500-year history. Located in the Al Faisaliyah district, the museum is housed in a multiroom complex that re-creates the traditional Hijazi architecture of the old city, with bay windows overlaid with intricate wooden lattice work and ornate coral masonry.

With several floors of in-depth exhibits, the museum offers a living history lesson on the foundation of Jeddah, the Arabian Peninsula and the rich Islamic heritage.

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Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking (approx. 1.24 miles or 2 km) with some steps to negotiate at the museum and to get on/off the coach. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight comfortable clothing, flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. In public, both men and women are asked to dress modestly, avoiding tight-fitting clothes and items with profane language or images. Women should cover their shoulders and knees in public. (Consider packing blouses with sleeves, scarves or shawls for the shoulders and mid- to maxi-length skirts and dresses, capris or pants to cover the knees.) Guests are advised that the consumption of alcohol is illegal in Saudi Arabia.