riyadh Archives - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/tag/riyadh/ Things to do in Riyadh, Jeddah and Saudi Arabia. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:19:01 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-wo-fevicon-32x32.jpg riyadh Archives - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/tag/riyadh/ 32 32 10 amazing pools in Riyadh for women https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/06/pools-in-riyadh-for-women/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=23923 Splash away Summer’s officially here, but don’t let us tell you that; let sunny Riyadh speak for itself. And one of the first things everyone looks for is a great pool to catch a breather, and we’ve found ten. Here are the best pools in Riyadh for women. AWFAD Riyadh Hotel   View this post […]

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]]> 8 cities in Saudi Arabia named in IMD Smart City Index 2026 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/04/cities-in-saudi-arabia-imd-smart-city-index-2026/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:59:05 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=38467 The latest global rankings highlight how cities across Saudi Arabia are becoming smarter, more connected and easier to live in Cities across Saudi Arabia are evolving in ways that are subtly reshaping how people live, move and connect. From improved services to enhanced infrastructure, eight cities across the Kingdom have ranked in the IMD Smart […]

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]]> 12 things to look forward to in Saudi Arabia in April 2026 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/things-to-look-forward-to-saudi-arabia-april-2026/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:27:45 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=38237 Plan an amazing April 2026 with our selection of the best events, exhibitions and things to do in Saudi Arabia April is worth the anticipation. There is much to look forward to, from cultural festivals to an exciting bazaar featuring a variety of vendors. Take part in family-friendly activities, admire a stunning display of blooms, […]

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]]> 11 brilliant things to do in Saudi Arabia this weekend https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/10-brilliant-things-to-do-in-saudi-arabia-this-weekend/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:52:07 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=37421 Weekend vibes only Looking for things to do in Saudi Arabia this weekend? Look no further – from a new coffee house already drawing queues to immersive exhibitions and Valentine’s-themed events, our guide has options for everyone. Riyadh: Start your day with reformer pilates   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by […]

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]]> 12 delicious dessert shops in Riyadh to satisfy your sweet tooth https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/dessert-shops-in-riyadh/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:38:13 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=22821 Take a bite… If you’re anything like us, you love yourself some dessert at all odd hours of the day. Be it cookies, doughnuts, or pastries, dessert shops in Riyadh have you covered. Read on to find out about all the best bites in the city. Laduree   View this post on Instagram   A […]

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]]> 17 upcoming megaprojects that will transform Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/10-upcoming-mega-projects-in-saudi-arabia-we-cant-wait-for/ https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/10-upcoming-mega-projects-in-saudi-arabia-we-cant-wait-for/#respond Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:30:16 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=7750 Dining destinations, palatial stays and some seriously epic new attractions… Saudi Arabia is no stranger to some mind-boggling and stunning architectural projects. Across the Kingdom, new developments are paving the way for incredible hotels, world-class leisure destinations, and an unforgettable array of experiences as the country edges ever closer to realising the goals of Vision […]

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]]> https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/10-upcoming-mega-projects-in-saudi-arabia-we-cant-wait-for/feed/ 0 The Esports World Cup 2026 dates have just been revealed https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/01/esports-world-cup-2026-dates/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:39:51 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=36905 Here are your summer plans The largest global competition of its kind is making its much-awaited return to Riyadh this summer. That’s right, the Esports World Cup 2026 is happening this summer with a new variety of game titles. teams, and possibly new concerts (but more on that later). These are the Esports World Cup […]

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]]> Alfresco season is here: these are the 9 gorgeous terraces in Riyadh to head to https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/12/terraces-in-riyadh/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:30:16 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=27335 Enjoy the weather… With the weather slowly but surely cooling down out here in Riyadh, alfresco dining is making its comeback. There’s a cooler breeze in the evenings and we don’t know about you, but we’d like to savour it. So, here are the most gorgeous terraces in Riyadh to check out. Chotto Matte Chotto […]

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]]> 16 amazing hot chocolates in Riyadh to sip on https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/12/hot-chocolates-in-riyadh-to-sip-on/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:10:15 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=19627 The perfect hot chocolate doesn’t exis- It’s no secret that Riyadh loves hot chocolate, and with people flocking to local cafes trying to find the best one, we made the job easier. We’ve rounded up some of the very best hot chocolates in Riyadh. Here are the best ones to sip on now. Archi   […]

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]]> 22 things to look forward to in Saudi Arabia in December 2025 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/12/things-to-look-forward-to-in-saudi-arabia-in-december-2025/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:05:42 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=35973 It’s the most wonderful time of the year Oh my word, can you believe it’s already December? The year is flying by fast. Soon, it’s time to say goodbye to 2025 and welcome twelve new lovely chapters for 2026 in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom comes alive this month with a range of exciting events in […]

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