Must See:
The King Fahd Causeway, 25km from the Holiday Inn Al Khobar, stretches almost 30km over the Persian Gulf to Bahrain. It's the longest bridge in the Middle East and passes through Umm an Nasan, the King of Bahrain's private island with 2 palaces.
Must Do:
Try your hand at scuba diving or windsurfing in the shallow waters of Half Moon Bay, just 30 minutes' drive from the hotel. You can brave thrilling rollercoasters and bumper car rides at nearby Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Amusement Park.
What's New:
Browse the latest international styles and sparkling jewelry at the Mall of Dhahran. This vast shopping complex is just 5 minutes from Holiday Inn Al Khobar and houses over 300 stores as well as an ice-skating rink and numerous cafes and restaurants.
Don't Go Home Without:
Breathing in the sea air on the waterfront at palm-lined Al Khobar Corniche. Stroll along the walkway to take in views of the azure Gulf Sea and admire the Khobar Mosque's gleaming white dome and minaret, which illuminate the water's edge at night.
Tips:
Local nightlife centres around Tahlia Street and Abdulla Bin Abdulaziz in downtown Al Khobar. Visit on the Saudi Arabian weekend (Thursday and Friday) to sample delicious local cuisine from lamb shawarma to tabbouleh.