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Tabuk The guide was updated: 2022-10-11

From snowy mountains to the deep blue sea, the province of Tabuk in Saudi Arabia is home to some of the most varied natural landscapes in the country, offering possibilities for beach holidays, island hopping, Red Sea diving, mountaineering and, of course, sightseeing. The region holds some of the nation’s highly treasured historical and archaeological sites, a rich heritage left behind by ancient civilisations of foregone eras.

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Population:	Province 910,030 (2017 census) Tabuk City 657,000 (2021 estimate)
Currency:	Saudi Riyal
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	Emergency 999
Newspapers:	Saudi Gazette Al Jazeera
Opening hours:	The working week is generally from Sun–Thu with some businesses open Saturday mornings. Government Offices: 7.30am–2.30pm. Banks: 9.30am–4.30pm. Private Businesses: 8am-noon and 4–8pm. Some shops close 4 times a day for half hour prayers, and often work "split days" closing for a few hours between noon and 4pm.
Tourist information:	The Headquarters of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage in Tabuk +966 14 4239696 khrisin@scth.gov.sa

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Those looking for an active holiday can choose between climbing up the mount of Jabal Al-Lawz and trekking or island hopping along the coast and descending underwater for diving sessions conducted by one of many professional dive centers. If you prefer to stay on land, venture upstate to the region's capital - Tabuk City, or pay a visit to the historic town of Al Bida that still holds evidence of ancient presence in its mountain caves. Other archaeological sites include those in the towns of Al Muwailih, Al Khuraibah, Rawwafa and Al Muzim.

Beaches

Beaches

The Tabuk Region boasts a long, continuous stretch of land by the Red Sea, a large part of which is taken up by picture-perfect beaches frequented by holiday-makers. Some of the more popular locations include the Sultaniyah beach, Shareeh beach, Ba’r Almashi beach in Hegl and the Qiyal beaches. Some known beaches north of Duba include the Sherma, Khiraibah, and Muwalij. Ras Al Sheik Humaid beaches are found to the south of Bid'a, and the area of Umluj is home to the highly popular destination of Al Hisis.

Diving

Diving

The Red Sea harbors some of the world's richest marine life, and with Tabuk Region having so much coastal area in its possession, opportunities for underwater exploration are endless (one prominent destination is Al Hisis, to the south of Umluj). There are a few dive shops that offer certified diving courses and excursions in Tabuk. Tabuk Divers

Mountain Climbing

Mountain Climbing

Tabuk is a region of varied landscapes, and its mountainous areas provide endless opportunities for exploration. Jabal Al-Lawz is, perhaps, the most prominent peak (at 2580m above sea level). Campers frequent the eastern mountainside during warm seasons; the mountain stands snow-covered in winter.

Parks

Parks

There are several green parks located throughout the province of Tabuk, the most prominent one inland being the Prince Fahd Bin Sultan Park in Tabuk City - a family-friendly recreation area in town. Some coastal parks include Lotus Park and Mountain Orchard in Dhiba, Nakheel Park in Hegl and the Degm Park in Umluj.

Tabuk City

Tabuk City

Located about a 2 hours' drive away from the coast and only an hour away from the Saudi-Jordan border, Tabuk City is a developing town with a distinctly laid-back, rural feel. Main attractions include (among others) Tabuk Fortress, Hijaz Railway Station, the Museum of Antiquities and Traditional Heritage, the Prophet’s Mosque, and ancient natural springs dating back to the pre-Islamic era.

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