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Al Faisaliah Tower

Al Faisaliah Tower is a tourism landmark and a multi-use centre in the centre of the city of Riyadh in the Al Olaya district, and the first skyscraper in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It houses markets, restaurants, cafés, a hotel and an amusement park, with a panoramic view over the capital.

Al Faisaliah Tower in Riyadh: the white pyramid-framed skyscraper with its glass globe near the spire, framed by palm trees and a plaza under a clear blue sky.
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Al Faisaliah Tower in Riyadh: the white pyramid-framed skyscraper with its glass globe near the spire, framed by palm trees and a plaza under a clear blue sky.

Overview

Al Faisaliah Tower is a tourism landmark and a multi-use centre officially known as “Al Faisaliah Tower and Mall”, and it is the first skyscraper in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.[1]

The tower stands in the centre of the city of Riyadh in the Al Olaya district, was built on an area of 55,000 square metres, and is among the most prominent buildings of the capital.[2]

Location and View

Al Faisaliah Tower stands in the centre of the city of Riyadh in the Al Olaya district on an area of 55,000 square metres, and its coordinates are latitude 24.690432753807052 and longitude 46.6849257792705.[2][1] The view from the top of the tower is among the most beautiful views in the city of Riyadh, and the tower's restaurants look out over it.[1]

Shopping and Brands

Al Faisaliah Tower houses international brands, including Cartier, Gucci, Harvey Nichols, Sephora, Burberry, Le Labo and Messika.[1] The tower's markets open from Saturday to Thursday from 10:00 am until 11:00 pm, and on Friday from 01:30 pm until 11:00 pm.[1]

Restaurants and Cafés

The tower's restaurants include international brands, among them Shake Shack, Fire Grill and Wagamama, alongside a varied range of cafés such as Trieste, Starbucks and Patchi.[1] Among the most prominent of these restaurants is “The Globe”, where booking a table in advance is recommended.[1]

Family and Entertainment Facilities

An amusement park for children alongside international shopping outlets inside the tower provides an experience suited to families, friends and all ages.[1] The tower's hotel and all its facilities are equipped with the latest forms of technology.[1]

Visitor Information

Entry to Al Faisaliah Tower is without a ticket, and the activities range between enjoying a panoramic view over Riyadh, dining in luxury restaurants, shopping and an entertainment experience for the family and children.[1] Visiting tips include choosing a suitable time for the visit, devoting enough time to the family, beginning the tour with shopping and ending it with dinner, and taking photographs from the very top of the tower.[1]

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is Al Faisaliah Tower located? A: In the centre of the city of Riyadh in the Al Olaya district, on an area of 55,000 square metres.[2]

Q: Does entry to Al Faisaliah Tower require a ticket? A: No, entry is without a ticket.[1]

Q: What are the opening hours of the markets at Al Faisaliah Tower? A: From Saturday to Thursday from 10:00 am until 11:00 pm, and on Friday from 01:30 pm until 11:00 pm.[1]

Q: What activities can be practised inside the tower? A: The panoramic view over Riyadh, dining in international restaurants, shopping and an entertainment experience for the family and children.[1]

Q: Who is Al Faisaliah Tower suited to? A: Families, friends and all ages.[1]

Conclusion

Al Faisaliah Tower in the centre of the city of Riyadh in the Al Olaya district combines its leadership as the first skyscraper in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with its facilities of markets, restaurants, cafés, a hotel and an amusement park, and its panoramic view over the capital.[1][2] Related topics on the platform include Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Kingdom Centre and Riyadh Season.

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Sources & references

  1. Saudi Tourism Authority — Visit Saudi (the official Saudi tourism website)
  2. Riyadh Municipality (the geospatial portal)