Al Faisaliah TowerAbout Al Faisaliah Tower
Al Faisaliah Tower is a mixed-use skyscraper in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, notable for its tapering form topped by a glazed spherical viewing and dining pod. The tower is a prominent feature of Riyadh’s modern skyline.
The building contains offices, retail spaces and hospitality facilities, with a distinctive spherical glass pod near the summit that accommodates a public restaurant and viewing area. The tower is one of the taller structures in the city and is widely recognized for its silhouette.
Construction took place in the late 1990s and around the turn of the 21st century, with the tower opening to commercial use around 2000. It has since formed part of the commercial and business district of Riyadh.
The tower is located in the Olaya/Al Olaya commercial district of Riyadh and is sited among other major office and retail developments in the city centre.
- Height and completion: Stands 267 metres tall and is one of Riyadh’s landmark skyscrapers, completed around the year 2000.
What to See#
- Observation Globe: A glazed glass sphere near the top houses a public restaurant and viewing area offering panoramic views of central Riyadh from close to the tower’s summit level.
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Best Time to Visit Al Faisaliah Tower
Visit in the cooler months (Nov-Feb) for pleasant weather and clearer views across Riyadh.
Weather & Climate near Al Faisaliah Tower
Al Faisaliah Tower's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 10° - 20° | 15° | 13 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.7h |
| February | Excellent | 12° - 22° | 17° | 8 mm | clear | 32% | 4.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.2h |
| March | Ideal | 15° - 26° | 21° | 37 mm | clear | 27% | 4.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 20° - 32° | 26° | 33 mm | mostly sunny | 24% | 4.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| May | Ideal | 26° - 38° | 32° | 12 mm | clear | 17% | 4.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.2h |
| June | Ideal | 28° - 41° | 35° | 0 mm | clear | 11% | 4.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.5h |
| July | Ideal | 30° - 42° | 36° | 0 mm | clear | 12% | 3.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.4h |
| August | Ideal | 30° - 42° | 36° | 1 mm | clear | 13% | 3.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Ideal | 27° - 39° | 33° | 0 mm | clear | 15% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 22° - 34° | 28° | 2 mm | clear | 20% | 2.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| November | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 21° | 7 mm | clear | 36% | 3.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.8h |
| December | Ideal | 11° - 21° | 16° | 14 mm | clear | 43% | 3.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.5h |
How to Get to Al Faisaliah Tower
Located on King Fahd Road in northeastern Riyadh. The tower is easily reachable by car or taxi from central Riyadh; many visitors combine a stop here with nearby commercial districts and malls. Public transport options are expanding in Riyadh - check local transit maps for the nearest metro feeder services.
Tips for Visiting Al Faisaliah Tower
- Arrive for sunset to watch the city's eastern skyline and the golden reflection on the tower's angled façade - it photographs extremely well at that hour.
- Reserve a table at The Globe (restaurant) in advance if planning to dine - it is small and sought-after; dress smart-casual.
- Use the tower as a waypoint for walking Riyadh's business district: the small park at its base is a quiet spot for coffee.