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Useful tips

Small things that make the trip easier

Airport

King Khalid International (RUH)

Currency

Saudi riyal (SAR)

Emergency

911

Hospital

King Faisal Specialist Hospital

Before you go

Entry for GCC citizens

Citizens of GCC countries enter Saudi Arabia with their national ID card.

GCC residents

Residents of GCC countries can apply online for a Saudi e-visa. Check eligibility on the official visa portal before booking.

Dress modestly

Cover shoulders and knees in public; women cover their hair in mosques. Loose, long clothes are most comfortable.

Ramadan manners

No eating, drinking or smoking in public during fasting hours, and keep music low.

Use the metro

Six driverless lines cover the city, including the Yellow Line to the airport and KAFD.

Taxis

Uber, Careem and metered taxis are the easiest way to reach Diriyah and the edges of the city.

The weekend

The Saudi weekend is Friday–Saturday; Friday mornings are quiet until after Jumu’ah.

No alcohol

Alcohol is banned. Do not bring it in, even in your luggage.

Photography

Ask before photographing people, especially women and families, and avoid government and military buildings.

Cool evenings

February nights are cold by Gulf standards; bring a jacket for Diriyah and the desert.

Cards everywhere

Cards and phone payments are accepted almost everywhere; keep some riyals for small shops.

Stay connected

Buy a local SIM or eSIM at the airport; WhatsApp is the easiest way to confirm bookings.

Riyadh is safe and welcoming. Laws and customs are conservative; follow local rules, and check entry requirements for your passport before you travel.

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