Red Sea Museum
متحف البحر الأحمر
A new museum that opened in December 2025 in the Bab Bantah building in the old town. It tells the story of the history, trade and pilgrimage culture of the Red Sea coast.
The Red Sea Museum (متحف البحر الأحمر) was initiated by the Saudi Ministry of Culture. It is housed in the Bab Bantah building by the sea in Jeddah’s historic district, which was once the port customs house and pilgrim entry point. It officially opened on 6 December 2025. The exhibitions focus on Red Sea navigation, trade, marine ecology, the pilgrimage routes and coastal communities. The collection includes artefacts, manuscripts, photographs and contemporary artworks. Check the official website for opening hours and ticket prices. It can be visited on the same day as Al-Balad Old Town.
Opening hours
Check official announcements
Nearby sights
- Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah)
- Nasseef House
- Matbouli House Museum
- Al-Shafi'i Mosque
- Jeddah Central Fish Market
- Bab Makkah (Makkah Gate)
- Jeddah Flagpole
- Khuzam Palace (Jeddah Regional Museum)