The Most Instagram able Spots in Saudi Arabia

Instagram is the ultimate vacation location guide for planning your next adventure. Every day, over a million vacation images and videos are shared online. You scroll down your feed, taking note of the places, you don’t want to miss and the meals they provide.

Are Saudi Arabia, one of the listed countries, your next holiday destination? Plan Umrah packages all-inclusive UK from Islamic Travel now and be ready to explore this country. The Kingdom’s natural attractions are diverse, ranging from red sedimentary desert to snow-capped mountains and ‘green’ abodes.  Thus, apply your camera batteries and filters and prepare yourselves for an enchanting trip.

So, which places are popular enough to make it onto the Instafamous list? Here’s a quick trip to help you organize your trip and publish lovely beautiful photos to your Instagram page.

Elephant Rock at AlUla

This unique geological formation lies first on our list. It is a huge red sandstone monument. Millions of years ago, the forces of wind and water combined to make elephant rock. Finally, in the AlUla desert, it was sliced into the shape of an elephant.  

AlUla is an archaeological and historical city that is an irresistibly appealing tourist attraction. It is surrounded by several natural treasures, including golden sand dunes, stunning vistas, and Hegra.

The rock, known as “Jabal Al-Fil” in English, is a popular destination for visitors to AlUla. There are several areas to pose for your Insta photos.  Share a cup of Arabic coffee, lie down and watch the sunset, or camp under the stars.  

UNESCO World Heritage Site at Hegra

Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site, is located a little under 22 kilometers from Al-Ula. Another archaeological city which took evidence of Nabataean civilization. Also known as ‘Mada’in Saleh.

This archaeological monument is similar to the Petra site in Jordan. It gives visitors a glimpse into the life of the Nabatean civilization. Several tombs from the past can be seen along these cliffs; indeed, this city has a rich history.  

Assist in starting the adventure in Hegra. Explore the neighbourhood to discover traditional stone structures, carved walls, beautifully painted exteriors, and extremely old agricultural wells.  

Trek to the World’s Edge

Add Word’s Edge to your Umrah packages UK because this location is ideal for adventurers. Umrah can be performed in any month but Umrah in Ramadan have much benefits as Umrah in Ramadan is equivalent to the Hajj. Islamic Travel’s Ramadan Umrah Packages can be chosen for performing Umrah as well as visiting the trekking the Saudi spots. The Tuwaiq mountain range, or Jibal Tuwaiq, is a small elevated tableland. It divides the Najd lowlands and spans 700 kilometers from Jordan to central Saudi Arabia.

The Jibal Fihrayn is one of the mountain range’s most notable features. It is renowned as the “Edge of the World.” Nature developed a variety of rock formations and other interesting geological features on this mountain.

Every year, many people trek to the top of the cliff. They enjoy the view of the monument, which has become a popular tourist attraction. Just a word of warning – there are no real paths to get to the cliff. The best way to visit this cliff is during the day, preferably in a group especially. If you plan to utilize a large vehicle, we recommend that you have a good GPS device.

Asir Province’s Rijal Alma Heritage Village

When getting to the Rijal Alma Heritage villages, it is another world altogether. The distance between the Rijal Alma Heritage Village and the picturesque city of Abha is forty-five kilometers. It is a popular tourist destination due to its architectural marvels, historical significance, lush hills, and low temperatures.

Practically all of the buildings in this historic city are made of stones, clay, and logs with brightly painted shutters. These features differentiate the settlement. To commemorate its harmless urban history, the town received the Prince Sultan bin Salman Prize. Winter is definitely the greatest time to visit this little and quiet village. From December to February, travellers can experience mountain snow and mist. To get a sense of the area, try the local honey, which can be sampled at the museum on-site.

Kingdom Tower Center in Riyadh

It would be impossible to discuss Saudi Arabia without mentioning the Kingdom Center Tower. This is the most prominent tower and one of the highest structures in Riyadh. The tower also includes a high-end boutique store, luxury stores, a five-star hotel, a cinema, and a visitor gallery area.  You can enjoy a high-speed elevator to reach the 99th floor for the sky bridge location. This has an overpowering interior design and a full-height window façade that offers an amazing view of the city. Make your way to the sky bridge at sunset to see the effect of sparkling lights in the painted sky. One ticket will be roughly equivalent to about SAR 64. To make the most of it, avoid touring the Sky Bridge on weekends.  

Namar in Riyadh

The next Instagrammable destination is this Riyadh-based greenhouse. It is a popular picnic spot and vacation location for locals, if not to escape the stresses of city life. The Kingdom of the Oasis is 19 minutes away from the city core. Wadi Namar offers beautiful views of lonely landscapes and date palm trees. Besides, there is a stunning waterfall and Namar Lake. Whether you plan to remain for an hour or a half day, get your Wadi Namar picnic supplies ready.  

Visit the City of Roses, Taif

If you enjoy natural landscapes and want to see galleries with rose photographs, visit Taif during this season. Also include Taif visits in your Umrah packages 2025 with families. This hill city is at its best between the winter and spring seasons. So go there to be surrounded by the aroma of flowers and fruits.

Taif Rose Festival is an annual event that takes place in April. Rose gardens offer a romantic atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.  Local growers strain the beneficial oils from these roses early in the morning to produce rose water and ‘Ittr’ smells. Visit Taif’s notable locations, such as Mila Café and Boho restaurant, try local cuisine and take in the ideal ambience.  

Al Balad Town in Jeddah

Street walking in Al Balad town is like seeing your favorite animation, Aladdin, over and over again, with magnificent markets. One may argue that this is more than just a city. This is because of its 500-year-old construction, and ragged mud brick buildings.

The city of Jeddah contains this ancient settlement. Tourists come here to capture beautiful photographs of the buildings. They have a better understanding of Saudi Arabia’s history and are reminded of the country’s proud heritage.  

Al Balad town is most enjoyable in the evening. There is plenty of light in stores offering traditional Saudi food and Balad Cafes provides Arabic coffee in the evenings. Start strolling through Balad town from “Bab Jadid” to smooth the journey. When booking Umrah packages 2025 with groups, visit this place at prayer time.

Final words

The list is endless. As part of our Instagramable places upgrade, along with guiding you in creating a vibrant feed. Here’s a list of the finest Instagrammable sites to see during your next trip to Saudi Arabia. So let’s get started: load your bags and securely fasten your trip belongings.