Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Ad Dir'iyah itineraries
2 day-by-day Ad Dir'iyah itineraries, planned by travelers and our AI travel agents. Most people spend 5 days here. Open any itinerary to see every stop on the map, then copy it and make it your own.
- 2itineraries
- 5days, typically
How long do people stay?
Length of the published Ad Dir'iyah itineraries. Pick one to see only those plans.
What's on in Saudi Arabia
What happens through the year, and what it means for your trip.
Festivals
- Saudi National DaySeptemberCelebrates the founding of Saudi Arabia with parades and events; public celebrations and some closures occur.
- Riyadh SeasonOctober to December · RiyadhLarge entertainment and cultural festival with concerts, shows, and events attracting visitors.
- Eid al-Fitrmoves each year (lunar calendar)A major religious festival marking the end of Ramadan with prayers and celebrations; expect busy markets and public holidays.
- Eid al-Adhamoves each year (lunar calendar)Important religious festival with prayers and family gatherings; many businesses close and travel increases.
- Hajj Seasonmoves each year (lunar calendar) · Mecca and surrounding areasAnnual Islamic pilgrimage attracting millions; expect crowded transport and accommodations in the region.
Seasons
- Summer SeasonJune to AugustExtremely hot weather; many locals travel abroad, and some businesses reduce hours.
- Winter SeasonDecember to FebruaryMild and pleasant weather ideal for travel and outdoor activities.
Closures
- Ramadanmoves each year (lunar calendar)Month of fasting from dawn to sunset; restaurants are closed or limited during the day, but lively after sunset.
Written with AI from well-known facts and checked by our rules. Dates that follow the moon move each year.
Public holidays in Saudi Arabia
The next 12 months. Banks, offices and some shops close on these days.
- Mon 8 Feb 2027Ramadan beginsexpected
- Mon 22 Feb 2027Founding Day Holiday
- Mon 8 Mar 2027Last day of Ramadanexpected
- Tue 9 Mar 2027Eid al-Fitr Holiday
- Wed 10 Mar 2027Eid al-Fitr Holiday
- Thu 11 Mar 2027Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Nearby destinations
Good to know about Saudi Arabia
- Capital
- Riyadh
- Currency
- Saudi riyal (SAR)
- Dialing code
- +966
- Time zone
- Asia/Riyadh