- AlUla - a sparkling destination that will make your eyes shine. Alula, with its rich details, is a mine of history and a masterpiece visited by visitors from all over the world. On its land, human cultures met, and many civilizations grew, especially in the Al-Hijr region, the first Saudi site on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Among its amazing archaeological monuments, you have the pleasure of discovering stories hidden within them, as its rocks are full of mysterious symbols, elaborate inscriptions, and texts dating back to the first century BC. Its land still reveals another secret every time, leading us to new historical conclusions. Its local residents greet you with a warm and cheerful welcome, coming from an arab culture known for its authentic generosity, and its distinctive restaurants create amazing gastronomic experiences, surprising you with an innovative combination of dishes that you eat in front of amazing views. Its unique terrain provides wonderful opportunities to live exceptional experiences by rock climbing, hiking, and camping in the middle of its beautiful desert under an astronomical cover decorated with stars, in addition to seasonal events, and artistic and cultural activities, that blend a rich history and a dazzling modern atmosphere.
- Places of Residence
Banyan Tree AlUla
Banyan Tree AlUla features 47 villas with designs inspired by Arab tents, each of which has its own privacy and outdoor courtyard, overlooking a unique angle that highlights the splendour of AlUla with its wondrous terrain.
AlUla hotels
A peaceful night awaits you at Aseel AlUla Hotel Units, where there are soft pillows, multiple amenities, and fast internet access, in addition to the availability of parking. At Mada’in Saleh Furnished Residential Units, there are spacious rooms prepared to receive you after a rich tour of AlUla, as its services are suitable for all individuals and families. Such as luggage storage, fast internet, double beds, and close to the hotel, there are local cafes and international restaurants.
AlUla Resorts
Resorts in AlUla represent another form of travel pleasure, as the services provided vary to give you a unique atmosphere during your stay there. We offer you suggestions for the most prominent resorts in AlUla:
Habitas AlUla
Along the Wadi Ashar desert, in Habitas AlUla, there are 96 rooms designed to spend exceptional moments, among them: the luxurious Celestial Rooms, the Cove Rooms, and the Canyon Rooms. You will not want to miss Ashar Balcony’s view of amazing rock formations, lying in front of the water pool, and enjoying moments of relaxation and contemplation.
Maraya Theater
Natural beauty stimulates urban beauty, so the Maraya Theater was designed, which constitutes a work of art whose mirrors reflect the amazing natural elements surrounding it in AlUla. Its area is estimated at approximately 9,740 square meters. The theatre entered the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest reflective building in the world.
Elephant Mountain
A natural icon on soft golden sand, and in the middle of rock formations that captivate you with their beauty, the Elephant Mountain stands as a natural sculpture hugging the sky with a height exceeding 50 meters. It was shaped by natural factors over the years into the shape of an elephant, forming one of the amazing natural features in AlUla.
AlUla Old Town
Travelers' books since the 12th century are full of mentioning the old town in Al-Ula, talking about its description and its importance in the Hijaz region, as it is the largest ancient city after Mecca, while the details of the town preserve the secrets of ancient life and the memory of the residents.
Hejaz Railway Station in Al-Ula
Al-Ula is rich with a long history of the human civilizations that inhabited it, as it is located on ancient trade and pilgrimage routes. Therefore, Al-Ula station stands out among the 32 stations of the Hejaz Railway, and it is one of the most important main stations. The sheikhs of the Al-Ula tribes received the first flight that arrived there in 1326 AH / 1907 AD.
Shopping Places
Al-Farid Al-Dhahabi Complex
Al-Farid Al-Dhahabi Mall is an enjoyable destination for all families and shopping lovers in Al-Ula, as the center includes various stores, including women’s clothing stores and women’s beauty supplies such as bags and jewellery, in addition to men’s clothing stores, and natural flower stores.
Bin Eid Commercial Center
A commercial center located on Medina Road, makes your stay in AlUla a comfortable one, as it provides food and necessities that help you create exceptional times.
Popular market in old AlUla
The popular market is located in the old town of Al-Ula, which retains ancient features, evident in the construction of mud houses. This popular market documents the ancient and extended history of the town.
Shaker Market
Shaker Market is a popular shopping destination in AlUla, as visitors enjoy wandering between narrow streets filled with local spice blends and good popular food, where spice shops and fresh coffee roasters are lined up next to colourful children’s supplies shops, and women’s clothing and shiny jewellery stores, in one space that drives you to discover the hidden beauty in the land of AlUla.
The Best Restaurants and Cafes
Budget restaurants
In your search for a restaurant that brings you together with family and friends for a pleasant meal at a reasonable cost in AlUla, you will find many suggestions, and we present to you some of them:
Cafes in AlUla
AlUla is full of destinations for coffee lovers, as local and international cafés are spread throughout it, allowing the visitor to fully immerse himself in the coffee spaces and sit among natural oases rich in ancient historical civilizations. Here is a list of places to enjoy coffee:
Traditional restaurants
Eating traditional food or popular recipes from a country is one of the most authentic experiences. Get to know local flavors in AlUla through the following suggestions:
Miyazu
Your trip to AlUla would not be complete without sitting at a luxurious Japanese table, mixing ancient Japanese cuisine with modern flavours, as at Miyazu Restaurant inside the Shaden Resort, where you discover unique tastes of the flavours of delicious sushi rolls with sweet soy sauce and hot mayo sauce, while surrounded by a view of the mountains. Soaring AlUla by day or under the twinkling stars at night with friends or family.