What Are Jeddah City's Preparations for Hosting the FIFA World Cup 2034?

Jeddah is the second-largest city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in terms of area, with a population of 3.7 million. It is distinguished by its coastal location along the old trade routes and prestigious status as a modern commercial hub, making it a globally significant Saudi city. Football plays a key role in the developed sports scene in Jeddah City, with over seven hundred clubs and seventy accredited training academies across the province.

- Historic Jeddah inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

- Jeddah Season Festival of arts, culture, and entertainment.

- Jeddah Central Project—a large-scale residential project with a dedicated area for creativity and the arts.

- The City Walk zone features a mix of interactive experiences and skill-based games, along with restaurants, cafes, and shopping stores.

- Jeddah Waterfront (Corniche).

- Jeddah Corniche Circuit, which hosts top drivers in Formula One.

Jeddah City will offer over forty thousand hotel units by 2034, including more than fifteen thousand five-star units. The proposed hotels for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) officials are located close to each other along the Jeddah Corniche, an area of parks and coastal resorts stretching over eighteen km along the Red Sea coast. One hotel overlooks King Fahd's Fountain. These proposed hotels are located at prime spots along the corniche waterfront. They feature modern interior designs that mirror the blue of the sea and sandy beaches.

Jeddah City is easily accessible by air, sea, rail, and road trips. Passengers can reach the city by air through King Abdulaziz International Airport, which has multiple passenger terminals. A new terminal is planned to increase the airport’s capacity to ninety million travelers before 2034. Jeddah is also home to one of the fastest trains in the world, reaching speeds of three hundred km/h, linking the city to the airport and surrounding areas, while the high-speed rail network connects Jeddah City to other host cities. Additionally, bus services operate throughout the city for eighteen hours daily.

- Al-Khuzama Park, located near al-Balad in Jeddah, can accommodate around 15,000 fans. This unique destination blends the past and present by offering modern amenities while celebrating Jeddah City's rich heritage.

- Jeddah Waterfront, which is one of the city's most vibrant destinations and has previously hosted the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The waterfront also features a park along the coastline, accommodating up to 15,000 fans.

- King Abdullah Sport City Stadium.

- Qiddiya Coast Stadium.

- Jeddah Central Stadium.

- King Abdullah Economic City Stadium.