Type of destination: Skyscraper/Commercial Complex
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Al Faisaliah Tower, also known as Al Faisaliah Centre, is a commercial skyscraper located in the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Designed by the renowned British architect Norman Foster, and developed by the Saudi Binladin Group, the tower is one of the most prominent landmarks of the city's skyline. It was completed in the year 2000. Standing at a height of 267 meters, this iconic 30-story building is crowned with a distinctive glass globe, which houses a luxurious three-story restaurant that offers panoramic views of Riyadh. In addition to its status as an architectural marvel, the tower is part of a larger complex that includes a five-star hotel, the Al Faisaliah Hotel, a shopping mall with high-end retail outlets, and an array of international cuisine restaurants. The complex is designed to offer a blend of business and leisure, housing corporate offices alongside leisure amenities. It has contributed vastly to the city's modernization and has set a benchmark for future developments in the region.