Originally founded as Riyadh University, this public campus in east Riyadh doesn’t have much to see, but it does have a number of pristine sidewalks where runners can piece together a great loop. The main circle around King Saud University is Ash Shaikh Hasan Ibn Abdullah Al Ash Shaikh, which adds up to about 9 km. However, there are plenty of other interior streets and walkways where runners can add distance among the dorms, stadiums, and academic buildings.
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- 9 km (5.5 miles) loop of perimeter
- 58m
- Ash Shaikh Hasan Ibn Abdullah Al Ash Shaikh
- Ash Shaikh Hasan Ibn Abdullah Al Ash Shaikh
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Riyadh, SA
9:49 am,
Jun 3, 2026
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Other Routes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Run the 3.4 km brick, palm-lined walking/running path surrounding King Fahad Medical City (KFMC). It’s a popular recreation destination and well-lit for night running.
King Abdullah Park is the largest park in the city. It’s famous for its dancing water fountain displays, sprawling green lawns, and miles of wide stone and brick paths. The perimeter path is 2 km.
Runners will find a 4 km rectangular running/walking path around the campus of Prince Sultan University, just northeast of Riyadh center. There are other 'walkway' paths to enjoy, notably the King Abdullah Flower Path.
Al Safarat, Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, is the among most pedestrian-friendly sections of Riyadh, with numerous designated pathways. Our 12.5 km loop around the perimeter is the best bet for a long run in Riyadh! Numerous additional paths as well.
This long, narrow linear park along the Nahdah Road in east Riyadh offers some of the better long distance running in the city (by Riyadh standards). A “Figure 8” around the park is just over 7 km.
For runners who would like to explore a bit of desert terrain without leaving the city, Wadi Hanifah offers a long dirt pathway along the waterway of the same name. Highlights include the north end in Wadi Hanifa Park and the promenade in Sultanah.
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