7 top things to do in Riyadh this week: April 30 to May 3
Your guide to this week…
If you’ve been after top things to do in Riyadh this week, we’ve got you covered. The next four days are set to be some chill ones after Eid Al-Fitr happening last week, so get ready to relax.
Whether you’re looking a cool new musical coming to town or go horseriding, we have all the deets on what your next move is going to be.
Sunday April 30
Enjoy a Candlelight Jazz Night at II Baretto
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Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in Riyadh, and II Baretto is at the heart of it all. On Sunday, you can prep those jazz hands for the Candlelight Jazz Night at II Baretto. It’s in the name. So the venue will be lit up with candles, and tonnes of good food off of the à la carte menu and there will be no minimum spend.
Candlelight Jazz Night at II Baretto, King Abdullah Financial District, daily 12.30pm to 11.30pm. @ilbarettosa
Ride a horse at the Working Line Traditional Equestrian Centre
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There’s a new horseriding venue in Riyadh so get ready to saddle up. Hosting all kinds of fun activities like horse taming, riding, and horseback archery, the equestrian centre is the place you want to be if you want to relax and be one with nature.
Working Line Traditional Equestrian Centre, Al Janadriyah Rd, Ash Sharq, Sun to Fri 2.30pm to 10pm, Sat 3pm to 1opm. @workingline_equestrian
Monday May 1
Kick back and relax at the Al Faisaliah Spa by ESPA
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Looking for a place to fully unwind post-Eid? You need to check out the Al Faisaliah Spa by ESPA. The spa gives off major luxurious vibes and has a full menu of treatments you can pick from like signature rituals, body treatments and nail care.
Al Faisaliah Spa by ESPA, King Fahd Road, Al Olaya, daily 7am to 11pm. @alfaisaliahhotel
Catch Shrek The Musical in town
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Shrek fanatics, prepare for non-stop laughing as Shrek, his noble steed Donkey, Princess Fiona, and the rest of the well-loved characters (‘do you know the muffin man?’) embark on a magical and musical adventure right here in Riyadh.
Shrek the Musical, The Arena, Riyadh, 7.30pm, May 1 to 13. SAR150 general, SAR250 gold, SAR375 platinum. shrekthemusicalinriyadh.com
Tuesday May 2
Sip on afternoon tea at Ôplaisir
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High on the list when it comes to having afternoon tea in Riyadh, Ôplaisir might be one of the best venues to enjoy the activity at. Wearing multiple hats in the Riyadh dining scene, the café, patisserie and boutique serve mini savoury sandwiches with fillings like salmon, chicken, vegetables, and a selection of 10 unique tea blends.
Afternoon tea at Ôplaisir, Al Mohammadiyyah, daily 4pm to 7pm. @oplaisir_ksa
Dig into a burger at House of LA Burgeria
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A concept by celebrity chef Joe Barza is a highly-rated venue for when you want to get your hands a little dirty with a big, juicy, and cheesy burger, head down to House of LA Burgeria. While other items on the menu do look tempting if you’re anything like us and love yourself some cheese, order the cheese syndrome straightaway. The burger is served with an injection of cheese that is actually functional and makes for some great photos too.
House of LA Burgeria, Park Avenue, Qurtubah, Sat to Wed noon to midnight, Thu to Fri noon to 2am. @houseoflaburgeriaksa
Wednesday May 3
Munch on food at Urban Kulture
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Located in The Esplanade, Urban Kulture is a super fun spot with minimalistic decor with neon green aspects all throughout the space. Priding themselves on curating a specific culture (or Kulture if you will) for the Riyadh branch, the venue is a chill hangout spot with some very delicious-looking food and drinks.
Urban Kulture, Sat to Thu noon to midnight, Fri 1pm to midnight. @urbankulture.sa
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