Al Taybat International City Museum of Science and Information
About This Museum
You know how some museums feel a bit stuffy? Not this one. People come to Al Taybat to get a real, tangible sense of Jeddah's deep history, and it completely delivers. Wandering through the sprawling complex feels less like a formal visit and more like exploring a beautifully preserved part of the old city. It’s this incredible mix of science and heritage that makes everything feel so connected. I left feeling like I’d actually understood a piece of Saudi Arabia's story, not just read about it.
Collection Highlights
The relics are everywhere, from intricate scientific instruments and old manuscripts that make you think about ancient scholars, to full-scale recreations of traditional daily life. Don't miss the stunning on-site mosque; its quiet beauty is an exhibit in itself.
Visitor Information
It's located at 3170 Raihanat Al Jazirah in Jeddah's Al Faisaliyyah District—set aside a good few hours because the place is massive and you'll want to explore every corner.
Architecture & Building
The whole place is built in this gorgeous, traditional Hijazi style you see in Old Jeddah, with tall, ornate wooden balconies (rawashin) and coral stone that gives it such an authentic, historic feel.
Contact & Location
Address: جدة, محافظة جدة, منطقة مكة المكرمة, 23124, السعودية
Phone: +966 56 386 6984
