A new week means five days of endless possibilities in Riyadh. This week we have cool cafés, calming spa visits and much more. Here are the top things to do in Riyadh this week.
Attend the Kan Yama Kan performance
This performance of Kan Yama Kan combines the retelling of the traditional stories of 1001 Arabian Nights through stories of love, family, friendship and life.
From SAR150. Fri Feb 4- Fri Feb 11. Global Theatre, Hittin, Prince Turki Bin Abdulaziz Road, riyadhseason.sa.
Cycle into MyWhoosh
Calling all spin cycling enthusiasts, you can now virtually bike through the gorgeous AlUla landscapes. Bonus: if you complete two kilometers on these special bikes, you could win special prizes.
For more Riyadh Season events click here.
Sports Boulevard, Hittin, Prince Turki Bin Abdulaziz Road, riyadhseason.sa
Chill out at Soukoun Spa
Soukoun is an Arabic word that means peace and relaxation, and at the spa, that’s exactly what you get. It includes a jacuzzi, a stunning ice fountain, a dry sauna, a wet sauna, an experience shower, a relaxing lounge and an exclusive members’ lounge.
Open daily 6am-midnight. Olaya Street, hyatt.com/en-US/spas/Sokoun-Spa/home (011 288 1234).
Dine in style at the new SALT restaurant
Famous for delicious fast-food-style burger food trucks (and some lucky permanent locations), this chain is launching a brand-new fine-dining concept in Riyadh.
Open daily 2pm-1am.Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Road, U Walk, instagram.com/findsalt
Eat dinner with a show at Billionaire Riyadh
Luxury restaurant brand Billionaire, founded by Formula 1 legend Flavio Briatore, is famous for its signature entertainment, and it is now bringing that to the capital. It recently hosted the world-famous DJ David Guetta, and it’s now welcoming other great singers and dancers. Have some fun at jazz night on Sunday (or as Billionaire calls them Suitdays). Dress to impress.
Sun Feb 6. Open daily 6pm-1am. Dabab Street, Sulaimaniya billionairesociety.com.
Get into the zone at NuYu Fitness Club
This female-only club just launched a new location. NuYu Fitness Club has a spin cycling studio so you can get your cardio workout in. And it also offers dance/les mills classes. There’s a free trial day so can get a feel of the environment before signing up for a membership. Read more here.
Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm. Fri 1pm-9pm. Sat 10am-9pm. Airport Road, King Khalid International Airport, nuyu-ksa.com.
Sip coffee at Riyadh’s new favourite spot Ashjar
As the weather finally cools down, Riyadh has a new crowd-favourite hangout spot. Ashjar offers outdoor seating to enjoy coffee and sweet treats. Love coffee? Click here for Riyadh’s top cafes.
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).
Slurp up some ramen at Wabi Sabi
Wabi Sabi is fast becoming one of the capital’s most popular veggie hotspots. It has plenty of personality, and with the cold spell hitting Riyadh right now, it’s the perfect time to grab some of the healthy (and deliciously vegan) bowls of ramen to warm you right up. Read our Wabi Sabi review here.
Open daily 9am-11.30pm. King Muhammad V, As Sulimaniyah, instagram.com/wabisabiksa.
Visit the “Future Perfect” art exhibition
The contemporary art exhibition Future Perfect has travelled all the way from Germany to Riyadh for our viewing pleasure. The title does not imply that the future will be perfect, it is the English version of the German tense “Futur II.” It’s derived from the idea that the future even if imperfect will be complete. Read more here.
Until Thu Mar 3. Open Sun-Thu 7pm-9pm. Closed Fri-Sat. LÁrt Pur Gallery, 352 Al Takhassusi Street, Al Gharbiyah Riyadh 12333, www.lartpurgallery.com (+966 55 271 7758).
Watch indie films at Wadi Cinemas
Grab the popcorn, there’s a new cinema in town. The pop-up Wadi Cinema will be swapping hero flicks for arthouse films while showcasing indie filmmakers from the region. Click here for more information.
Until Fri Mar 11. Jax District. instagram.com/wadicinema.
