Bring it on, Careem! People know Careem as the Dubai-based super-app that serves Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Morocco, Pakistan, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Founded in 2012, Careem offers ridesharing, food deliveries, grocery deliveries, peer-to-peer payments, and micromobility, such as bike rentals. It literally makes the lives of these people so much, so much easier.
When you are planning to visit the Middle East, the highlight country for marketers and advertisers is not Saudi Arabia, but the United Arab Emirates, especially among its cities there, Dubai. But, that does not mean Saudi Arabia has nothing compared to Dubai. In fact, it is also a standout country in many ways. Discover the things to do in Saudi Arabia in this Careem guide.
Ancient history and heritage
Once you think about Saudi Arabia, what are the first things that come to mind? Maybe Islam? Yes, Islamic heritage is strong here, from all the way to its ancient sites. You can visit Hegra (Mada’in Saleh), Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO site, featuring giant carved tombs.
Continue on to At-Turaif in Diriyah, where you can walk through the historic birthplace of the Saudi state near Riyadh. Stroll around Old Jeddah, or Al-Balad, where you can see traditional coral-stone tower houses in the historic port center, or tour Rijal Almaa for the vibrant and colorful multi-story stone and wood villages of heritage in Asir.
Nature and outdoor experiences
It may generally be warm in Saudi Arabia, but this speaks for the majestic outdoor adventures here. Hike Jebel Fihrayn, where you can stand on top of sheer massive cliffs overlooking the ancient ocean floor.
Then, scuba dive into the Red Sea where you explore colorful reefs and marine life. As you dry yourself, Disney-fy yourself with the magic of Elephant Rock as you view this superb monolithic sandstone. End your nature trip at Al Wahba Crater where you trek around a massive volcanic crater and its central salt pan.
Culture and entertainment getaways
Then, it’s time for some city experiences. Experience Riyadh with vibrant pop-up entertainment zones, live concerts, and international food halls. Ascend the Kingdom Centre Tower and indulge yourself in panoramic views of the city from its iconic Sky Bridge.
Travel to Jeddah, stroll along the scenic Corniche, where visitors can relax, take a moment for the coastal atmosphere, and watch the sunset near the impressive King Fahd Fountain. These experiences showcase Saudi Arabia’s modern entertainment, architecture, and waterfront attractions.
Meanwhile, in other Careem news, before ending this story, Careem has increased its revenue in the first half of 2026, but the losses persist.
Revenue from the super-app rose 20 percent year-on-year to around $242 million in the first six months of this year. As for the losses, they climbed to almost a third, to around $121 million.
These figures were disclosed in the financial results released by a United Arab Emirates-based telecommunications group e&.
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