Historic Jeddah continues to flourish during Ramadan as one of Saudi Arabia's premier cultural and heritage destinations, having welcomed over 2 million visitors in the first half of Ramadan 2026.
The Museum Commission has opened the Red Sea Museum in the restored Bab Al Bunt building within Historic Jeddah. The museum showcases over 1,000 artifacts across 23 galleries, celebrating the Red Sea’s cultural, historical, and natural heritage.
Historic Jeddah is renewing its presence at the World Travel Market in London, building on previous participation and reaffirming the Ministry of Culture’s efforts to position Historic Jeddah as a premier global cultural and tourism destination.
The Museums Commission announced that the Red Sea Museum will open to the public on December 6, 2025, in the heart of Historic Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Ministry of Culture announced the inauguration of the tourist guides cooperative society centre in Historic Jeddah, located next to Bab Al-Madina.
