A city within a city, this huge entertainment area in Riyadh is famous for its world-class theatre shows, top-quality restaurants, amazing shopping and interactive games – all surrounded by dazzling architecture. Boulevard Riyadh City is open year-round, but it really comes to life during Riyadh Season, and the 2022 festival will be the biggest yet.
From food trucks and street parades, to dancing fountains and a buzzing replica of New York’s Times Square, its nine zones are packed with incredible things to do – and are impossible to see on just one visit! Here’s your ultimate guide to Boulevard Riyadh City, during the Riyadh Season 2022 celebrations.
Be wowed by The Fountain
With music, lights and dancing water, The Fountain is unmissable in every sense of the word – the spectacular centrepiece of Boulevard Riyadh City. Grab a snack from the nearby food trucks, or head to the Boardwalk for international dining with front-row views of the action: the hottest restaurants include Dakhna (Saudi Arabian), Beirut Kahwet (Lebanese), Place L’Etoile (French) and Al Mahrousa (Egyptian).
Catch a show at the Studios
For stand-up comedy, live music shows, and everything from circus acts to jaw-dropping illusions, head to the star-studded Studios zone. Look out for your favourite celebrity’s hand-prints on the Wall of Fame, or take on the interactive Crystal Maze challenge: it’s inspired by the hit British TV show, and is packed with games, puzzles and brain-teasers.
Take on a sporting challenge
The Sports zone has countless ways to get active: from paintballing, skateboarding and karting, to padel tournaments and football pitches. Test your nerve on the Adventure Park’s high ropes course, or catch a match on the super-sized screens at Al Nasr Café.
Get into the groove at the Music zone
From glittering live shows to expert-led lessons and instrument shops, this toe-tapping zone celebrates music in all its forms. Maybe you’ll enjoy timeless Arabic songs over dinner at Layali Shamiya, witness a glow-in-the-dark recital at The Musical Mansion, or hit the Merwas studios to create a tune of your own? Saudi’s Abadi Al-Johar, known as the ‘King of Oud’, also presents a breathtaking performance of this evocative heritage instrument – not to be missed!
Ride the world’s longest snowslide
Step inside the Avalanche zone to discover some seriously cool entertainment: think snowfall fountains, build-your-own Magnum ice creams, and the world’s longest indoor snowslide – with an incredible 24 tracks! Race your friends on inflatable rings, and take a spin on the winter-themed carousel.
Step into a tropical garden
Looking for a night out with a difference? The Garden zone is inspired by a tropical idyll, complete with towering palm trees and blooming flowers, and has restaurants to suit every taste: from sizzling stir-fry and towering burgers, to fresh sushi, Arabic mezze and barbecue meats.
Shop till you drop at The Square
Is this Riyadh, or New York? The Square is modelled on the Big Apple’s famous Times Square – complete with bright billboard screens an flagship boutiques. Grab your credit card: it’s home to top brands such as Sephora, Lacoste, Swarovski, Toys R Us and more.
Embrace your competitive side
Calling all gamers! Whether you love retro arcade games, fast-paced video games, or futuristic VR games – or all three! – then the Trocadero zone is for you. It’s home to Sala Hub, the Kingdom’s biggest indoor games centre with more than 300 arcades to choose from, plus the futuristic Takenda for VR entertainment and consoles galore.
Take to the skies – and discover more!
When you’ve experienced everything that Boulevard Riyadh City has to offer, the entertainment of Boulevard World is just a quick ride away… Hop in the Teleferik cable car for a thrilling 1.2km flight to this new area, which features global food, music and dance shows – all around the world’s largest artificial lake. Where will this new adventure take you?
Key details: Boulevard Riyadh City 2022
Located in Hittin, Boulevard Riyadh City is one of the key venues of Riyadh Season 2022 – held from October 2022 to March 2023. For details, see our ultimate guide to Riyadh Season 2022. Entry prices vary; to buy tickets, visit riyadhseason.sa.
