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Al Khobar walking tour & city guide

A Gulf coast city with a long corniche.

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Al Khobar, on the Arabian Gulf in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, is a modern city near Dammam and Dhahran, built with the oil industry. It is known for its waterfront corniche and shopping.

The corniche

The Khobar Corniche runs along the Gulf with parks, playgrounds and the Khobar Water Tower. The King Fahd Causeway connects Saudi Arabia with Bahrain.

Culture

Ithra, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture in nearby Dhahran, is a striking building with a museum, library and cinema. Prince Turki Street is lined with cafés.

Top sights in Al Khobar

  1. 1

    Khobar Corniche

    A waterfront promenade.

  2. 2

    Ithra

    A world culture center.

  3. 3

    Khobar Water Tower

    A landmark on the corniche.

  4. 4

    King Fahd Causeway

    A bridge to Bahrain.

  5. 5

    Half Moon Bay

    A beach south of the city.

Food markets & where to eat in Al Khobar

  1. Prince Turki Street

    Cafés and restaurants.

  2. Corniche

    Seafront dining.

  3. Dammam fish market

    Fresh Gulf seafood.

Food to try in Al Khobar

  1. Machboos

    Spiced rice with fish or meat.

  2. Saudi coffee

    With dates.

  3. Grilled hammour

    A Gulf fish.

Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.

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