Half Moon Bay
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A crescent-shaped bay about 40 km south of Khobar, with calm shallow water, resorts, and dunes nearby. It is the most popular beach retreat in the Eastern Province.
Half Moon Bay takes its name from its crescent-shaped coastline. Its calm water and wide shallows make it ideal for splashing around and for families with children. Public beaches and several resorts line the shore. Some resorts require a day pass for entry to their private beaches, where dress codes are more relaxed. The nearby dunes are popular for dune bashing, dune buggy and sand bike rides, and winter camping, and local families often pitch tents and barbecue on weekends. Public beaches are free, and day passes to resorts cost about SAR 100–300. There is no public transport, so it is best to hire a car, and the drive from Khobar takes about 40 minutes. Wear sunscreen, and dress modestly on public beaches.
Opening hours
All day (resort has separate opening hours)
Nearby sights
- Ithra (King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture)
- Ajdan Walk
- Al Khobar Corniche
- Khobar Water Tower
- Sultan bin Abdulaziz Science & Technology Center (Scitech)
- Heritage Village, Dammam
- Dammam Corniche
- Marjan Island (Coral Island)