12 tourist places to visit in Dammam

Dammam being the capital of the Eastern Province attracts tourists from across Saudi Arabia. There are so many tourist places and attractions to visit in Dammam where you can enjoy family time.

Marjan Island 

Any tourist should visit Marjan Island at the top of their list. Driving on the bridge connecting Dammam with Marjan Island is an amazing experience.

You can also take a ferry to reach the man-made island. The small yet exciting Island hosts a park, picnic areas, and children’s playgrounds.

• Marjan Island Location

Dolphin Village

If you want to enjoy a dolphin and sea lion show in Dammam, visit the tourist place called the Dolphin Village with your family. Here, you can enjoy the dolphin show, circus, mini zoo, and Aqua park and eat in restaurants. It is a perfect spot to spend a weekend with your family.

• Dolphin Village Location.
• Ask if a dolphin is available for the dolphin show before buying the ticket.
• Try Dolphin Restaurant’s mutton pizza 🍕.
• Entry Ticket: SR 11.50/person.
• Circus Ticket: SR 23/person.

Heritage Village

If you wish to discover Saudi culture, a five-story Heritage village is a must-visit place in Dammam. The village has many historical artifacts, manuscripts, antiques, and other items to view. A restaurant on the ground floor offers typical Saudi cuisine. 

• Heritage Village Location.
• Entry Ticket: SR 20/person.

King Fahad Park

King Fahad Park is said to be the largest park in Dammam. It stretches over 100 hectares and contains 100 species of trees, plants, and bushes, so you should not miss visiting it.

• King Fahad Park Location.

Cobra Entertainment City

Tourists who want to enjoy some adventurous rides love Cobra Entertainment City, where they can ride a roller coaster and other rides. It is probably the best theme park in Damma, and you will love each of its rides.

• Ride for Children: SR 10.
• Ride for Adults: SR 15.
• Roller Coaster: SR 20.
• Cobra Entertainment City Location.
• Timing: 4 pm to 11 pm.

Mahara Carting Track

Here is another place to visit in Dammam for tourists who love adventurous activities i.e. Mahara Carting Track. The staff here is super karting, enthusiastic, and very professional. You will experience some accurate hardcore tracking in the safe tracks at this place.

• Mahara Carting Track Location.
• Mahara Carting Track Price: SR 83 for 10 laps.
• Mahara Carting Track Timing: 5 pm to 12 am.
• 1 Lap: 0.8 km.

Paintball Battle

If you are looking for some adventurous things to do in Dammam, Paintball Battle is the place to visit. It is an excellent place to have fun and bond with friends.

Remember that bullets hurt even though you are wearing a protective vest.

• Paintball Battle Location.
• Paintball Battle Timing: 4 am to 12 am.
• Paintball Battle Price: SR 130/person (min group of 4).
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Tick Tok Escape Room

Escape rooms are fun real-life games where friends, colleagues, or family experience a story inside a themed room. You have one goal: to solve all the puzzles in 60 minutes and come out alive…!

• Tick Tok Escape Room Location.
• Tick Tok Escape Room Price: SR 125 to SR 165/person.
• Tick Tok Escape Room Timing: 5 pm to 10 pm.
• Recommended: Sacrifice Room.

Aljowharah Museum

To deepen your knowledge of Saudi culture, visit the Alfelwah and Aljowharah Museums in Dammam.

This private museum has more than 500,000 objects, including a 500-year-old copy of the Quran, vintage cars, antique gramophones, and some private possessions of Saudi Arabia’s first monarch, King Abdulaziz.

• Aljowharah Museum Location.

Water Island

Water Island is an excellent place for kids to have water fun, not only for small kids but also for slightly older kids. Parents can stay close by to watch over the kids. Lockers are available to store your stuff. You are advised to bring your swimwear with you when visiting this place.

• Water Island Location.
• Water Island Timing: 4 pm to 9 pm.
• Water Island Ticket Price: SR 115/person.

Adventure World

The Adventure World is an indoor entertainment hub that every tourist should visit on their trip to Dammam. There are many rides for children, but do not expect too many for adults.

• Adventure World Location.
• Adventure World Timing: 4 pm to 12 am.
• Ticket: SR 50 for all rides on Monday.

Al Othaim Mall

If you are looking for a place to shop in Dammam, visit Al Othaim Mall. Here, you can find almost all the brands, including premium ones. There is also a good play area for kids and a food court. However, it isn’t easy to get parking during weekends.

• Al Othaim Mall Location.

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