Riyadh
The excellent Jarir Bookstore has the best range of English-language books in every genre, from classic literature to modern popular novels, but most…
Must-see shopping in Riyadh
Riyadh
Urban legend has it that Saudi royals used to ditch their pricey handbags here, but in reality it’s unlikely you’ll find any couture. The city’s largest…
Riyadh
It's perhaps not the first place you'd think of while in town, but if you need a break from Middle Eastern fare, the food here will transport you from…
Riyadh
Although there are plenty of shopping malls in Riyadh, the Al Nakheel Mall is already a firm favourite of locals and visitors. It's spacious, with a…
Riyadh
With more designer outlets than you can shake a Gold Amex card at, Kingdom Tower has even dedicated the entire 2nd floor ('Ladies' Kingdom') to women only…
Riyadh
When it first opened, the Sky Shopping Mall was the designer mall outlet, home to the likes of Harvey Nichols. But in a country where building shopping…
Riyadh
Riyadh's gold market is in the old neighbourhood of Ad Dirah, off Al Thumairi St and is part of the Thumairi Souq. It is probably the best place to try to…
Riyadh
For handicrafts and local fare, head to Souq Al Thumairi, immediately south of Masmak Fortress in the Al Diraiyah area. The shops in the small lanes offer…
Riyadh
Selling gold jewellery and beautiful fabrics among other items (including those from the odd flea-market stall), this is a traditional market and one of…
