Places to Visit in KAFD - King Abdullah Financial District

King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) is a world-class financial hub that was named after King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, who ruled Saudi Arabia from 2005 to 2015. The project was launched in 2006 with the aim of creating a modern and sustainable financial center that will fulfill the requirements of the expansion of Riyadh while also massively boosting its economy. 

The project was acquired by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and continues to be at the center stage of Vision 2030. The district offers residents and visitors a high standard of living with its modern buildings, green spaces, and a variety of world class amenities and services, including shopping centers, restaurants, parks, sports facilities, and schools. In fact, you can find several world class restaurants in KAFD, Riyadh

KAFD is also designed with sustainability in mind, with energy-efficient buildings and a comprehensive waste management system to minimize its impact on the environment.

It spans an area of 1.6 million square meters and also includes 62,000 parking spaces. An automated monorail for the district is also being developed by Bombardier Inc.

Upon completion, the district is set to house over 50,000 residents. Special care has been taken to mitigate the high temperatures of the region and cooling systems have been installed on the passenger bridges that will connect the buildings together. 

Hotels closest to KAFD include:

• Movenpick Hotel & Residences Riyadh

• Double Treee by Hilton Riyadh Financial District

• Exectuives Hotel KAFD

Must visit restaurants in KAFD include:

• Il Baretto

• AOK Kitchen

• Black Tap

• Chalmont

For a full list of Restautants in KAFD you can visit our Restaurants in KAFD page. KAFD is must visit destination if you are looking for the best places to visit in Riyadh.