Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia: travel guide
The most affluent and cosmopolitan city of the Eastern Province, facing the Arabian Gulf. Al Khobar is known for its vibrant Corniche waterfront, Half Moon Bay beach resort, upscale dining and shopping, and as the social hub for the large expatriate workforce of the oil and gas industry.
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Currency
- SAR
- Time zone
- Asia/Riyadh
- Nearest airport
- DMM
Top places to visit in Al Khobar
Al Rashid Mall
Market · 4.5 rating · about 3 h
Major shopping mall in central Al Khobar with international brands, food court, family entertainment.
The Avenues Al Khobar
Market · 4.7 rating · about 3 h
Upscale shopping mall with luxury brands and contemporary architecture, opened 2022.
Al Khobar Corniche
Nature · 4.5 rating · about 1.5 h
A 15-km Gulf-front promenade that is Al Khobar's most attractive feature — wide, well-maintained, with restaurants, cafes, a sculpture walk, open-air amphitheatre, and splendid views. The Al Khobar Corniche is less crowded than Jeddah's…
Prince Faisal bin Fahd Park
Nature · 4.4 rating · about 1.5 h
Large landscaped park along Al Khobar Corniche with fountains, walking paths, kids's play areas.
Skyland Theme Park
Activity · 4.2 rating · about 3 h
Indoor amusement park in Al Khobar with 30+ rides, arcade games, and family attractions.
VOX Cinemas Al Khobar
Nightlife · 4.6 rating · about 3 h
Premium multiplex cinema at the heart of Al Khobar — major Hollywood and Arabic releases.
Khobar Water Tower
Viewpoint · 4.3 rating · about 1.5 h
Iconic 90 m water tower with revolving restaurant offering 360° views of Al Khobar and the Gulf.
Aramco Beach (Half Moon Bay South)
Beach · 4.4 rating · about 3 h
Quieter southern stretch of Half Moon Bay near Aramco housing — less crowded, family-friendly.
Things to do
- Al Khobar Corniche Evening Walk Activity · 2 h
- Half Moon Bay Watersports Activity · 1 h · from SAR 150 per person
- Al Khobar Water Tower Viewing Viewpoint · 0.5 h
- Skyland Theme Park Visit Activity · 2 h · from SAR 80 per person
Where to stay in Al Khobar
- Al Khobar Corniche Seafront about SAR 10,800 per night
Premier beachfront strip with 5-star and mid-range hotels. Best for Gulf views.
- Half Moon Bay Resort Zone about SAR 22,500 per night
Stay directly on the crescent bay at beachside resorts. Best for families.
Hotels
- Le Méridien Al Khobar 5-star · INR 10,800 to INR 27,000 per night
- Le Meridien Al Khobar 5-star
- Courtyard by Marriott Dammam / Al Khobar 4-star
Where to eat
- Half Moon Bay Beachside Café Seafood, Khaleeji, Fast Food · about SAR 38 per person
- Furusiyya Restaurant French, International · about SAR 263 per person
- Fakhamat Al Sultan Al Khobar lebanese, arabic · about SAR 84 per person
- Al Baik Al Khobar fast_food, saudi · about SAR 32 per person
- Half Moon Bay Grill seafood, arabic · about SAR 84 per person
Getting around
- Car Rental Self main way to get around
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- Walking
Every city has walking. 2.5 km ceiling is a placeholder default, not a researched per-city figure -- Singapore is sheltered and air-conditioned, Bangkok often has no pavement.