AlJadidah Arts District

Art is everywhere

Feel the stir of a lively souq, where oud music spills over balconies and the scent of freshly-baked bread wafts through the air. Welcome to the AlJadidah Arts District, a twinkling art district eager to be explored, with restaurant and cafe options ranging from artisanal coffee shops and gourmet oasis-to-table dining to a bustling knot of food trucks.

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Ramadan carts

From 17 Mar to 9 Apr, 20:00 to 03:00

Stroll through AlJadidah and you’ll find a fabulous choice of food carts offering traditional Ramadan dishes prepared by local families. From savory delights to sweet treats, these carts provide an authentic culinary experience that showcases the flavors of Ramadan traditions.

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Creative epicentre

Stroll around its pedestrian-friendly quaint and quirky streets, each with its own unique vibe, and you’ll soon discover that art is everywhere. Look to the walls and see one-of-a-kind murals and curated street art that tell stories through calligraphy and paint. Below your feet, find the world’s largest hand-painted carpet as you stroll along its streets dotted with galleries and pop-up exhibitions.

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Look out, too, for AlUla’s dedicated Arts and Design Centre where the local community and curious travellers can try their hand at pottery and embroidery to help revive traditional crafts and age-old techniques.

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New to AlJadidah

AlUla Public Library

Welcoming library, cafe and community hub for all ages

Occupying an elegantly renovated traditional AlJadidah house, the AlUla Public Library is a wonderful place to while away your time browsing books of all kinds – and in multiple languages.

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Design Space AlUla

A dynamic design space

Located in the heart of the AlJadidah Arts District, the space explores and engages with practices from around the world filtered through the lens of AlUla’s cultural and natural landscapes. 

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Know Before You Go 

Insights to help make AlJadidah part of your AlUla experience

Location

Location

AlJadidah Arts District, Saudi Arabia

Yes, it is free and open to all.

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Since AlJadidah is pedestrian-friendly, the best way to explore it is by foot. Stroll around its quaint and quirky streets, and you’ll find murals, floor art and much more.

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Some parts of Old Town and AlJadidah Arts District will open early, such as coffee shops Out of Line and SAAD Cafe, but it really comes alive around 4 pm, with restaurants, food trucks and shops often staying open until at least midnight. It is the perfect place to end your day.

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Free parking is available at the Old Town South Parking or the larger North Parking in AlJadidah. Shuttle services are available from the parking zones to the entrance of Old Town or AlJadidah, respectively. Both areas are pedestrian-only and within easy walking distance of each other.

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Everything you need to know

Be inspired and informed ahead of your visit

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Practical information

Take the pain out of planning your holiday with these useful facts and travel tips

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Things to do

Discover show-stopping natural wonders, thrilling adventures, hidden valleys, and a labyrinthine Old Town

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Food and drink

World-class chefs, mouth-watering menus, and spectacular scenery combine

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What's on

Explore everything from music and wellness festivals, sports and heritage events and art exhibitions

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