King Saud Mosque
مسجد الملك سعود
One of Jeddah’s largest mosques, designed by Egyptian architect Abdel Wahed El-Wakil and known for its enormous stone and brick dome.
King Saud Mosque (مسجد الملك سعود) was completed in 1987. It was designed by Abdel Wahed El-Wakil, an Egyptian architect known for his modern Islamic architecture. The building uses traditional masonry techniques and Mamluk-inspired style. Its central dome is about 20 metres in diameter, and its minaret rises roughly 60 metres. It can hold several thousand worshippers. The mosque is located in the city centre, in the Shara’fiyyah district. Non-Muslims are generally permitted to view the building from the outside only. Entry requires conservative dress and permission.
Opening hours
Exterior viewable all day; no visits during prayer times
Nearby sights
- Jeddah Flagpole
- Jeddah Central Fish Market
- Matbouli House Museum
- Red Sea Museum
- Bab Makkah (Makkah Gate)
- Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah)
- King Fahd's Fountain
- Nasseef House