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Yanbu The guide was updated: 2024-08-13

Yanbu has long been known as little more than an industrial centre with a busy port, but with some of the country's best diving spots and ever more luxury resorts in the area, it is quickly transforming into a coveted vacation destination. The desert beaches are beautiful, captivating, and solitary enough to make your visit a unique experience. There has never been a better time to visit, as the crowds have not yet caught on to this emerging city, and travellers can still have huge expanses of pristine beaches all to themselves.

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Population:	331,916 (2022 census)
Currency:	1 Saudi riyal (SAR) = 100 halalas
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	Police: 999 Fire: 998 Ambulance: 997
Newspapers:	Saudi Gazette: saudigazette.com.sa Al Jazeera
Website:	www.visitsaudi.com/en/yanbu
Opening hours:	The working week is generally from Sunday to Thursday, with some businesses open Saturday mornings. Government offices: 7:30am–2:30pm. Banks: 9:30am–4:30pm. Private businesses: 8am–noon and 4am–8pm.

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Being a largely industrial city, one would perhaps be surprised by the abundance of serene parks and relaxing beachside walkways. The people of Yanbu really take advantage of the outstanding city planning that has accompanied the city's rapid growth, well aware of just how special their beaches and green spaces are. Yanbu's beaches are the city's greatest draw, boasting some of the best dive spots in the country.

Yanbu Lakes

Yanbu Lakes

The name might be a bit deceiving, since the Lakes aren't really lakes, but a lush green expanse, perfect for kicking back and enjoying the evening breeze and the sunset. Locals really take advantage of this space, and it is uncommon not to find children playing and families picnicking at any hour.

Diving

Diving

Yanbu is known for its beautiful beaches on the Red Sea and the great scuba diving opportunities in the area. Diving Bubbles is one of the city's most reputable dive centres, offering scuba and snorkelling equipment rentals as well as diving courses for the uninitiated.

Yanbu Beaches

Yanbu Beaches

Touted as being some of the best in all of Saudi Arabia, Yanbu's beaches welcome people from all walks of life who gather to swim, relax on the golden sand and take advantage of the phenomenal diving spots along the reef. The nearby areas also have restaurants and cafes in abundance. They can be a lovely escape from the industrial city.

Yanbu Cornishe

Yanbu Cornishe

This beautiful corniche stretches along the coast, providing a serene refuge from the industrial city of Yanbu. Lined with rows of palm trees on either side, it gathers visitors and locals alike, who flock here to enjoy long walks and to indulge in the nearby restaurants and shops.

Historic Quarter

Historic Quarter

Yanbu's small historic district, with its traditional scenes and views, is located northwest of the city centre, now separated from the sea by the port. The 19th century buildings in the area may be a bit run down, but the Lawrence residence and historic wall stand out as memorable highlights.

Yanbu Flower Festival

Yanbu Flower Festival

Yanbu Flower Festival is a vibrant celebration of nature, offering stunning flower displays, garden landscapes, and attractions like a butterfly garden, mini strawberry farm, and bird aviary. Perfect for families, it combines artistic, cultural, and environmental experiences, all set amidst the natural beauty of Yanbu.

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