Jeddah Central Fish Market
سوق السمك المركزي
A Red Sea seafood wholesale market on the western side of the old town. The morning auctions are lively, and you can buy fish and have it cooked at nearby restaurants.
The Jeddah Central Fish Market (سوق السمك المركزي) is on the seafront northwest of Al-Balad Old Town. It is the largest fresh fish market in the city. Auctions take place in the morning as fishing boats come ashore, and the stalls are piled with grouper, parrotfish, prawns and many other Red Sea species. Several restaurants beside the market will grill or fry your purchase for a fee, charged by weight. The best time to visit is before 10 a.m., roughly between 7 and 10 a.m. The ground can be slippery, so wear non-slip shoes. Greet the vendors before taking photos of them.
Opening hours
Approx. 5:00–12:00 (busiest early morning)
Nearby sights
- Red Sea Museum
- Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah)
- Nasseef House
- Matbouli House Museum
- Al-Shafi'i Mosque
- Jeddah Flagpole
- Bab Makkah (Makkah Gate)
- King Saud Mosque