Does anyone else feel like this week was a little too long? Well, since it’s finally the weekend we can all take a breather and reset. Be it new cafés or new automotive festivals, we’ve got you covered. Here are some great things to do in Riyadh for the next 48 hours.
Enjoy the Le Petite Chef experience at Kazo Riyadh
This is the definition of dinner with a show. With cutting edge 3D technology, you’ll be taken on a journey through the past, dining with the likes of Marco Polo, and travelling across the globe (well, your belly will be anyway), starting in France with some Nicoise Salad and ending in The Final Promenade with chocolate and passion fruit mousse.
From SAR350. Fridays and Saturdays 2pm and 8pm. King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz Road, Le Meridien, instagram.com/kazo_riyadh
Munch on tasty treats at Treats and Beans
Craving for something sweet? Take a bite of their delicious crepes, cookies, and so much more. Their store is lit up with gorgeous pink LED lights, and marble top tables, so it’s very Instagram worthy.
Open daily 9am-midnight. Al Takhassousi, Al Mohammadiyyah, instagram.com/treatsandbeans.riyadh/ (050 870 7001)
Pop into the Niqwa exhibition
This amazing event combines high-end fashion, art, jewellery, cars, and food. Fine-dining restaurants and cafes are on the menu. You’ll be hearing live music as you enjoy through the gorgeous venue, too.
Until January 7. SAR50. 14 and above. Riyadh Front. tickets.riyadhseason.sa/niqwa
Shop at the new mall The View
Calling all shopaholics, this one’s for you. Arabian Centres just added another amazing establishment to its impressive list of 20 malls all across Saudi Arabia. The View has recently opened in Umm Al Hamam, and is a one-stop-shop for all of your fashion, food and film needs. With new outlets popping open in the mall, you’ll love this one.
Open daily 10am-11pm. King Abdulaziz Rd, mall.arabiancentres.com
Sip coffee at Riyadh’s new favourite cafe Ashjar
As the weather finally cools down, Riyadh has found a cool new hangout spot that everyone has been raving about. They have gorgeous outdoor seating with wick chairs, beautiful tables, delicious coffee and sweet treats.
Open Sat-Wed 6am-1am.Thu 6am-2am. Fri 4pm-2am. Prince Mohammed Ibn Salman Ibn Abdulaziz Rd, Ar Rabi, ashjar.sa (050 237 8262)
Sing the night away at Syrup Lounge’s Karaoke Night
Always wanted to try your hand (or rather your voice) at singing? Syrup Lounge has you covered. Head out to these karaoke nights and show off your do-re-mis. For those who love the spotlight, put Syrup Lounge on your radar, as it was one of the first entertainment venues to open in Riyadh. Don’t be shy, as it creates a supportive environment for performers.
From SAR120. 8pm-midnight. January 7.
Speed into the Autoville Motor Festival
Vroom vroom, Riyadh. Calling all car fanatics, this one’s for you. Autoville Motor Festival is coming to Dirab Motorpark from January 8-14. The biggest festival of its kind in Saudi Arabia, it aims to provide car enthusiasts of all age groups with a fun-filled motoring experience.
January 8-14. Dirab Motor Park. autoville.me
Take the kids out to Ebda Adventure Park
Ebda Adventure Park provides fun activities including rock climbing, zip-lining and trampolining. It has an amazing XXL play cage, custom-built climb up panels, an indoor rope climbing panel, and so much more. With trainers on hand, the kids will be in safe hands.
Open daily 4pm-1am. Boulevard Riyadh City, instagram.com/ebdaadventureparks/
Visit the newly opened Rootura
Eat yummy healthy and organic food at Rootura. They serve up tasty pizzas, pastas and so much more. The place itself is such a pretty spot, with numerous lightbulbs hanging from the ceiling and a grocery aisle so you can buy merchandise on the ground. And for the beauty lovers, they have a great selection of beauty products.
Open daily 10am-10pm. Al Takhassousi, Ar Rahmaniyyah, instagram.com/rootura.sa/
Watch the amazing Cirque De Glace
This thrilling performance brings life to the ice. Watch as performers skate around the rink, showing the story of human evolution through music, tricks, and so much more.
From SAR95. Until January 18. tickets.riyadhseason.sa/cirque-de-glace
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