Walks · Our pick in Riyadh
The Diplomatic Quarter trails
On foot
About The Diplomatic Quarter trails
The Diplomatic Quarter’s landscaped paths run along the edge of the escarpment above Wadi Hanifah, past native planting and viewpoints; carry ID for the checkpoints.
Why it's on our list
- Carry ID
- Morning or evening
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The Diplomatic Quarter trails before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from The Diplomatic Quarter trails are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Kingdom Centre6.3 kmCycle 31 minCar or taxi 23 min
- At-Turaif, Diriyah8.1 kmCycle 41 minCar or taxi 26 min
- The National Museum9.3 kmCar or taxi 29 min
- KAFD10 kmCar or taxi 30 min
- The Masmak10 kmCar or taxi 31 min
- King Khalid International Airport32 kmCar or taxi 75 min
Main railway stations
- Riyadh railway station (SAR)12 kmCar or taxi 34 min