11 top things to do in Jeddah this week: September 8 to 11
No plans? No problem…
There’s never been a dull week in Jeddah we think. From new restaurants to cool workshops, and everything in between, there is always something to do in the city. This is our edit of the best things to do in Jeddah this week: September 8 to 11.
Sunday September 8
Feel magical at the fairy house workshop
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Now when it comes to starting your week off right, trust us, this is where you want to go. Get in touch with your arty side and make your dream fairy house. It’s perfect for beginners aged 15 and up.
Arty Cafe, Ahmed Alattas, Al Zahra, 6pm to 8pm. SAR369. @arty.cafe
Get your matcha latte fix
Matcha lovers, new spot Let’s Matcha has the matcha latte down. They get straight to the good stuff with their beverages and manage to pull off the bitter matcha taste without being too grassy and is sweet enough without being too overly milky. The place not only serves matcha drinks but also a delicious black sesame soft serve.
Let’s Matcha, Hira St, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23513, daily 2pm to 11pm. @letsmatcha.sa
Enjoy a ladies’ day at Mangrove Beach Resort
Mangrove Beach Resort, with an abundance of sun loungers, offering pool and beach-side tanning opportunities, invites ladies to start the week strong. From 9am to 5pm on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, ladies can enjoy a meal, dessert, or shisha with drinks for SAR250. Or if you’re a group of five ladies, you can book the chalet for SAR2,000, which includes meals, drinks and shisha.
Mangrove Beach Resort, Ladies Day every Sun, Tues & Thurs, 9am to 5pm, Prince Abdullah Al Faisal St, Obhur Al Shamaliyah, Jeddah 23815. Tel: 056 941 4666. SAR200 entry. Book your spot here. @mangrovebeach.sa
Monday September 9
Destress and detox…
Since opening in 2016, this has been a popular place for yoga enthusiasts. Whether you’re after a couple’s yoga, solo yoga, or group yoga, Karama Yoga has a class to suit all your stretching needs. Drawing on techniques from hatha yoga, ashtanga yoga, and vinyasa yoga, the emphasis here is on relaxation. Classes are conducted in person or online, and sessions are in English and Arabic. On Monday, you can look forward to a detox and destress yoga class for a mixed crowd.
Karama Yoga, 7750 Hira St, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23514, Sun to Thurs 8am to 10.30pm, Fri 9am to noon & 5pm to 10.30pm, Sat 9am to 10.30pm. @karama_yoga
Burn some energy at Jumpoline
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
Head to Crustacean for dinner
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This Beverly Hills institution is known for chef-owner Helene An’s signature garlic noodles. But that’s not all there is to Crustacean. The menu at the Euro-Vietnamese fusion restaurant delivers enticing seafood dishes. Look forward to their signature garlic-roasted king crab, steamed truffle sea bream, or half-roasted Maine lobster served with An’s famous garlic noodles, which are positively addictive. Not only is the menu as impressive as it sounds, but the décor is equally alluring, with a koi-filled stream flowing through the dining room.
Crustacean, Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina, Al Kurnaysh Br Rd, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23613, Mon to Sat 6pm to midnight. @crustacean_sa
Tuesday September 10
Get creative
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
Check out the city’s first Joe & The Juice
This juice bar is very well-loved all over the world for its zesty juices, fresh salads and organic ingredients. And Jeddah is finally getting a taste. Known for its fast, grab-and-go bites, Joe & The Juice offers so much more than its namesake juice.
Joe & The Juice, daily 6am to 2am, 2675 Abdul Maqsud Khojah, As Salamah, 8441, Jeddah 23435. @joeandthejuiceksa
Get your hustle on
Spanning four stories, huna Alhabib’s large space is designed for collaboration, with private offices, hot desks, meeting rooms, and more. Each floor comes equipped with a fully stocked pantry and there’s a lounge area on the second floor – so you’ll have ample space for work and creativity. Just grab your laptop and park yourself to get work done.
huna Alhabib, King’s Road Tower, Jeddah 23522. Tel: 055 820 4256. @iam.huna
Wednesday September 11
Ready to play Padel?
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If you’re after building a social community while staying active, RWG Community delivers on both those needs. They are organising an indoor group padel for the ladies on Wednesday September 11 regardless of what your expertise levels are.
Indoor Group Padel with the RWG Community, 11am. DM @rwg_community for more details.
Go shopping
With more than 150 brands from around the region, Homegrown Market sells clothes, jewellery, stationery, homeware, fragrances, and more all summer-themed. While you’re there, grab a cup of delicious iced matcha.
Homegrown Market, Prince Saud Al Faisal, Ar Rawdah, Jeddah 23432, Sat to Thurs 10am to 10pm & Fri 5pm to 10pm. @homegrown_market