12 must-try indoor activities in Jeddah to beat the heat
Trade the outdoors for these indoor activities…
Make the most of inside time with indoor activities that will help you forget about the sweltering heat outside. Here are 12 cool things to do in Jeddah with friends and family.
A day of fun and amusement at Boost
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Take a break from shopping at Gold Moor Mall and head on over to Boost to explore a world filled with thrilling rides and exciting arcade games. This indoor theme park doesn’t disappoint with its selection of attractions, including bowling and trampoline, catering to different age groups, from the young to the young at heart.
Boost, Gold Moor Mall, Ahmad Al Attas, 7216, Jeddah 23425, Fri & Sun to Wed 4pm to 1am, Thurs 4pm to 2am & Sat 2pm to 1am. @boostsaudi
Enjoy an indoor forest experience
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Situated at Jeddah Park Mall, this indoor forest represents an extraordinary, tangible experience of walking through a verdant and lavish rainforest. Here, you can see a wide range of birds and amphibians. Without a doubt, the most cheerful experience is listening to these birds chirping and watching them fly from one branch to another, all through the pavilion. It’s also a great experience for visitors to have a comprehensive idea of what flora and fauna of the tropical rainforest would look like.
Tropical Land, Cenomi Jeddah Park, Gate 4, First Floor, Aziziyah, Jeddah 233334, Sat to Thurs 10am to 11pm & Fri 3pm to 11pm. Book your tickets here. SAR70 per child & SAR80 per adult. @tropical.land.sa
Burn some energy at Jumpoline
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A brilliant indoor adventure where children engage in active play in a safe and fun environment, Jumpoline boasts a wonderland of trampolines, playground, soft play, and even a rock climbing wall. Rule the trampoline with your freestyle jumps, and then crank the fun up a notch with trampoline dodgeball.
Jumpoline, Al Tawfiq, Jeddah 23464, daily 4pm to midnight. @jumpolinesaudi
Visit the Fakieh Aquarium
Tour around the Fakieh Aquarium and discover more than 200 aquatic species, including sharks, groupers, stingrays, sea horses, and moray eels. The aquarium also offers a range of shops, restaurants, and activities such as the penguin and dolphin shows, making it a great place for the whole family to go on an educational adventure.
Fakieh Aquarium, Next to Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al Nawras, Jeddah 23413, Sat to Thu 10am to 11pm & Fri noon to 11pm. SAR69 per person. Tel: 012 606 6144. Fakiehaquarium.com
Buckle up for an awesome go-kart race
Ready and raring to race? Head down to IN10SO Amusement Centre, where a 280-metre, family-friendly indoor track awaits. You can pay for one race or purchase a three-pack. But no matter how many races you choose to do, be sure you leave time for other fun – there’s a lot to do at IN10SO. From bowling and archery to a climbing course and laser tag, you can easily spend an entire day here.
IN10SO Amusement Centre, Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz St, Serafi Mega Mall, 3rd Floor, IN10SO Centre, Jeddah 21563, Sat to Wed 4pm to midnight, Thu to Fri 4pm to 1am. Prices for go-kart start from SAR70 per race. Tel: 012 284 4991. @in10so
Experience the thrill of smashing stuff
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City life stressing you out? Lucky for you as you can now smash it all away in a rage room. Wanna Smash? will let you smash everything – an experience that’s sure to get all your stress out. Packages here are packed full of fun things to smash, with each session coming with at least ten bottles and five plates for you to do as you please. If you want even more, you can purchase the different packages, starting from SAR40.
Wanna Smash?, Musaadia Centre (next to Enter10 Bowling), Jeddah 23324, daily 5pm to 1am. @wanna_smash.sa
Fun rides at Tekzone
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Experience endless hours of fun and entertainment at Tekzone. The futuristic family entertainment centre offers a wide range of games for all ages, including top-of-the-line Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), as well as rides, arcades, and a soft play area.
Tekzone, Red Sea Mall, 2nd floor, Gate 4, Ash Shati, Jeddah, daily 2pm to midnight. Package price starts from SAR149 & SAR8 for rubber bracelet. Tel: 012 261 7570. @tekzoneksa
Wander, explore, and discover this immersive museum
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Step into a world of wonders at teamLab Borderless Jeddah. Expect a sensory overload inside this digital art museum that exhibits some 80 independent yet intricately interrelated works.
teamLab Borderless Jeddah, Opens June 10, Sat to Wed 1pm to 11pm, Thurs & Fri 3pm to 2am, Culture Square, Jeddah Historic District, Jeddah. Ticket starts from SAR50 and can be purchased here. @teamlab_borderless_jeddah
Roll a strike at The B Club
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One of the largest entertainment spaces in the city, The B Club is the place to be for bowling, billiards, good food, and more. This space is cool and contemporary, complete with fun vibes, and top-tier interiors.
The B Club, Serafi Mega Mall, Al Faisaliyyah, daily midnight to 7am, 4pm to midnight. @jedbclub
Break out of The Escape Hotel
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Are you brave enough to check-in? The Escape Hotel immerses you in five imaginative, innovative room escapes – from being pulled into the magical jungle world to escaping from the Frankenstein. Guests are given between 30 and 60 minutes to work together, find the clues, solve the riddle, and escape.
The Escape Hotel, Safia Bint Abdulmutalib St, Al Mohammadiyyah, Jeddah 23621, Mon to Sat 5pm to 1am. Tel: 050 170 5577. Book your experience here. @theescapehotel
Get creative
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You’ve been spending the summer indoors at the bowling alley, and of course, you’ve spent your share of afternoons streaming movies on Netflix and playing games on the iPad. Why not try something totally new and sign up the whole family for a fun art class at Art Edge Centre? Everyone gets to unleash their inner artist and create their next masterpiece. So, whether your kiddos are holding a paintbrush for the first time or mum’s brushing up on her past hobby, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Art Edge Centre, Prince Naif Rd, Al Firdous, Jeddah 23818. Various classes are available to book here. @artedgecenter
Sing your heart out
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Love to sing? Smash out those cheesy karaoke favourites at The Chord. The karaoke lounge offers guests the chance to book out one of their private rooms with a group of friends and enjoy their delicious menu from pizzas to tacos.
The Chord, Abdul Rahim Al Abbasi, Maqsoud Khoja, Jeddah 23435, daily 5pm to 2am. Sundays closed. Tel:050 353 0202. @thechord.sa
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