The city in numbers
4.7M
population
#1
KSA port
30+
km Corniche
UNESCO
Al-Balad
Corniche · Waterfront
The world’s longest waterfront — 30+ km along the Red Sea. Parks, sculptures, restaurants, the floating Al-Rahma Mosque.
Al-Balad · Historic center
UNESCO site. Traditional coral houses with carved roshan windows. Souks, cafés, museums.
Al-Hamra · Premium district
Modern towers, expensive villas, Michelin-level restaurants. Home to many Saudi businesspeople.
Al-Naeem · Family areas
Quiet residential compounds, international schools, parks. Popular with expat families.
What to see and do
- Al-Balad — walking tour of the historic center (UNESCO)
- King Fahd Fountain — the world’s tallest fountain (260 m)
- Red Sea diving — among the best dive sites on the planet
- Jeddah Yacht Club — modern marina with restaurants and views
Jeddah for business
The Kingdom’s main logistics hub — largest port, King Abdulaziz International Airport. Historically more liberal and open than the capital. Strong in trade, maritime logistics, medicine and finance. Close to KAEC — an SEZ with 5% CIT for 20 years.