Places to Visit in The Tabuk Province

The history of Tabuk province goes back over 5000 years. This historic land, known in ancient times as Madyan is mentioned in the Bible as well as the Holy Quran. Ancient temples and archeological sites can be found all over Tabuk. The area held great importance as an important trade route. The Hejaz railway also passed through the region and had an important stop at Tabuk. The province is now home to the $500 Billion NEOM Giga Project which is due to feature multiple luxury tourist destinations including Sindalah Island, Epicon and Siranna located on The Gulf of Aqaba. The Tabuk Province is also home to the luxury Red Sea Project being developed by Red Sea Global on the north western coast of Saudi Arabia.

The province itself is located in the northwest of Saudi Arabia. Tabuk shares a generous coastline with the Red Sea and also shares a border with Jordan. Egypt is also a close neighbor with only the Gulf of Aqaba between the two.  The capital of Tabuk province is the city of Tabuk. It is an oasis city with great archeological sites as well as all the modern amenities that make it a great place for residents and visitors alike. A number of multibillion-dollar megaprojects are in progress with the aim to make Tabuk province one of the leading travel destinations in the world.

Tabuk is part of the Hejaz region. In terms of geography, the province of Tabuk consists of a vast coastal plain, mountainous regions like the Madyan mountains, dormant volcanoes, and volcanic sand that can be found throughout most of the region. The city of Tabuk is situated in a fertile oasis. The northern coast of Saudi Arabia starts in the province of Tabuk. The clear waters of the Gulf of Aqaba and the Red Sea that borders Tabuk are known for some great views, scuba diving, and snorkeling. In contrast to other regions of the country, Tabuk has a milder climate and you will even find snow here in the winters.  

Tabuk is the melting pot of cultures and civilizations. You will find great cuisines that are inspired by centuries-old traditions as well as the neighboring regions. Wonderful archeological sites give a great insight into the extremely rich history and culture of the province. 

Tabuk province is a rapidly growing tourist hotspot. Being one of the most historically rich areas while also having the flawless geography and climate makes it a tourist favorite. The Saudi Government under Vision 2030 has planned a number of different projects like the Red Sea Project. This sustainable, regenerative project seeks to attract global tourism to the pristine shores of the Red Sea. Other projects in the region include the ultra-luxury destination AMAALA and the $500 billion city of the future, NEOM.