{"id":162373,"date":"2025-06-14T10:13:46","date_gmt":"2025-06-14T14:13:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/?p=162373"},"modified":"2025-08-11T19:12:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T23:12:25","slug":"what-to-do-in-riyadh-an-insiders-guide-to-the-capital-city-of-saudi-arabia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/travel\/what-to-do-in-riyadh-an-insiders-guide-to-the-capital-city-of-saudi-arabia\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do in Riyadh: An Insider&#8217;s Guide to the Capital City of Saudi Arabia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>Every winter, more than 100,000 people throng the visual wonderland of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitsaudi.com\/en\/diriyah\/events\/diriyah-nights\">Diriyah Nights<\/a>. This two-month culinary, culture, and shopping pop-up, held on the outskirts of Riyadh, celebrates Diriyah Season, which honours the heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Each year, the site is transformed into an immersive art-and-light environment by Hibah Albakree and her team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Saudi native, Albakree is the co-founder and managing partner of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designlabexperience.com\/\">DesignLab Experience<\/a>, a female-led design and event planning team based in Riyadh. Her events also include royal weddings and the AIUIa Camel Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DesignLab&#8217;s 80-plus members come from more than 24 nations. Together, this group\u2014architects, designers, creatives, engineers, construction crew\u2014creates memorable magic and meaningful spaces for art-minded travelers. Fresh off the latest Diriyah Nights, Albakree discussed some of her favourite places in the dynamic, rapidly changing city of Riyadh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"707\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hibah-Albakree.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hibah-Albakree.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hibah-Albakree-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hibah-Albakree-768x530.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Albakree. Photograph by Michael Williams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bujairi Terrace<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>&#8220;In Diriyah is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diriyah.sa\/en\/bujairi-terrace\">constellation of alfresco restaurants and shops<\/a> that opened in 2023 but, because of its blend of contemporary architecture and ancient UNESCO heritage, allows you to immerse yourself in the region&#8217;s history while shopping and eating\u2014two things Saudis love to do! I always discover something new, whether it\u2019s a hot new restaurant, a hidden caf\u00e9, or a beautifully curated boutique.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bujairi-terrace-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bujairi-terrace-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bujairi-terrace-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bujairi-terrace-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bujairi-terrace-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bujairi-terrace.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bujairi Terrace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jax District<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>&#8220;Also in Diriyah, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitsaudi.com\/en\/diriyah\/attractions\/jax-in-diriyah\">Jax District<\/a> has been transformed into a cultural hub with an incredible vibe. It&#8217;s not just about the art galleries, though those are impressive. With community-driven pop-up events and the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale, there&#8217;s always something fresh and inspiring happening. The mix of local and international artists makes it a dynamic space where ideas from around the world collide in the best way possible.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"931\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/jax-district-1024x931.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/jax-district-1024x931.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/jax-district-300x273.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/jax-district-768x698.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/jax-district-1536x1396.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/jax-district.jpg 1584w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jax District. Photograph by Abdulaziz Alobaid + Craft, courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/hwkn.com\/projects\/jax-01\/\">HWKN<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">La Petite Maison<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>&#8220;Located next to Saudi&#8217;s first skyscraper, Al Faisaliah Tower, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lpmriyadh\/?hl=en\">La Petite Maison<\/a> is a staple in Riyadh&#8217;s dining scene. There&#8217;s something about the way they blend French and Mediterranean flavours\u2014it feels fresh, light, and incredibly satisfying. Every time I go, I order the cauliflower salad\u2014it&#8217;s packed with flavour\u2014and the fried calamari, which has just the right crispness. The lentil salad is another favourite; it\u2019s simple but so well-executed. And when I\u2019m craving something more, the perfectly grilled ribeye steak delivers. What keeps me going back is the consistency. Whether it\u2019s a casual dinner or a special occasion, I know I\u2019ll always get great food and service.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/la-petite-maison-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/la-petite-maison-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/la-petite-maison-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/la-petite-maison-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/la-petite-maison-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/la-petite-maison.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Petite Maison<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Via Riyadh<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>&#8220;The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viariyadh.com\/\">Via Riyadh<\/a> development has the perfect mix of high-end luxury labels and stylish local boutiques. One of my favourites is <a href=\"https:\/\/lateliernawbar.com\/\">L&#8217;Atelier Nawbar<\/a>, a fourth-generation Lebanese jewelry brand. Another must-visit is the new MWAZ, a 16,000-plus-square-foot lifestyle concept store covering three floors of clothing from local and international designers, including Khaite, one of my favorite brands. The dining scene at Via Riyadh is impressive, too.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"162381\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana-1229x1536.jpeg 1229w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana-1638x2048.jpeg 1638w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/gymkhana.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gymkhana restaurant at Via Riyadh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"162383\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle-1638x2048.jpg 1638w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/via-riyadh-cafe-elle.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Caf\u00e9 Elle at Via Riyadh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Center<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>&#8220;The new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/riyadh\/dining\/restaurants\/cafe-boulud\/\">Caf\u00e9 Boulud<\/a> there\u2014I&#8217;ve loved everything from the cuisine to the decor and service. Recently, DesignLab Experience transformed the reception hall for a wedding featuring cascading waterfalls and large-scale floral and lighting installations. The result was a breathtaking environment that left guests in awe.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/fsmdemo.vsitesting3.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cafe-bouloud-four-seasons-riyadh-1024x674.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-162386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cafe-bouloud-four-seasons-riyadh-1024x674.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cafe-bouloud-four-seasons-riyadh-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cafe-bouloud-four-seasons-riyadh-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cafe-bouloud-four-seasons-riyadh-1536x1011.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cafe-bouloud-four-seasons-riyadh.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Caf\u00e9 Boulud<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every winter, more than 100,000 people throng the visual wonderland of Diriyah Nights. This two-month culinary, culture, and shopping pop-up, held on the outskirts of Riyadh, celebrates Diriyah Season, which honours the heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 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