Places to Visit in Tabuk
Tabuk castle
Tabuk castle is located in the center of the town. It is the oldest in Tabuk as it was built in 1559 under the reign of the Ottoman Empire. There is a mosque on the ground floor of the castle and watchtowers on the second floor. This place holds an important part of Saudi Arabian history. It houses a small museum explaining the history of the castle and contains some historical artifacts from the Ottoman era as well as the history of Tabuk city.
Al Disah Valley
At the crossroads of three valleys south of Tabuk, the wind-sculpted sandstone columns of Wadi Al Disah look like a mix between the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley in America. There are oases of pools, tall grasses and palm trees running through canyons, creating photo ops at every turn, especially during sunsets. You can enjoy hiking through much of the valley or visit it in a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
Ain Sukkrah
This is an ancient spring dating to the Era of Jahiliyyah. It is said that during the expedition of Tabuk, Prophet Muhammad camped more than ten days near the spring and drank from its water.
Al-Tawbah Mosque
This mosque is one of the oldest mosques in the world. It's also known as The Prophet's Mosque, and it was originally built out of mud, bricks and palm-tree trunks. The mosque is considered one of the most important and famous monuments in the Tabuk region due to its historical and religious importance that links it to the Battle of Tabuk. Its complete renewal was ordered by King Faisal bin Abdul Aziz similar to the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina.
Maghaer Shuaib
Maghaer Shuaib seems to appear from nowhere in the reddish desert west of Tabuk, its elegantly carved façades and tombs built into the sandstone rocks recalling Petra in Jordan and Hegra at AlUla. After he fled Egypt, Moses lived here for a decade under the patronage of the prophet Shuaib, who had been impressed by Moses’ chivalry. In return, he offered his daughter Zipporah’s hand in marriage, which Moses accepted before returning to Egypt.
Tabuk Museum
Tabuk Museum presents the Tabuk region for visitors, its environmental characteristics, and heritage. It aims to teach visitors about Saudi Arabia’s history and promote the growth of cultural activities in the region.
Shopping in Tabuk
There are many amazing malls in Tabuk where you can enjoy shopping, food and fun! Here are the best shopping malls in Tabuk to give you an idea of where to shop next time:
Tabuk Park Mall
Tabuk Park Mall is the largest in the Tabuk region. It offers many brands that are found for the first time in The Middle East. The mall contains shops, luxury restaurants, and a children's amusement park.
Grand Mall
This mall is one of the most popular malls in Tabuk, which offers many branded products. The mall includes a children's play area. It is also one of the best malls that have the finest brands of cosmetics and the best varieties of home furniture.
Al Makan Mall
Al Makan Mall is considered one of the best malls in Tabuk, characterized by its elegant decorations with cheerful colors. It has a large number of well-known shops with international brands, restaurants, and the Snow White area, which includes wonderful children's games.
