The Saudi Arabia tourism sector recently revealed how it saw a record-breaking performance in 2025. Yes, it welcomed over 122 million domestic and international visitors. As a result, around SAR300 was generated in spending. This is according to the preliminary estimate as released by the Ministry of Tourism, and we are here to tell you about it.
Saudi Arabia Attracts 122 M Visitors In 2025
If you visited Saudi Arabia in 2025, you would not be alone! As it happens, over 122 million domestic and international visitors also ended up spending around SAR300 billion in Saudi Arabia, as revealed by the Gulf News. The figures represent a 5% rise in the visitor numbers, as compared to those of 2024. Not to mention, the total tourism expenditure also climbed by 6% year on year. This underscores the kingdom’s accelerating momentum as it pushes forward its Vision 2030 target.
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With a target of attracting 150 million tourists annually, the ministry also revealed that the latest results showcase the growing contribution of tourism when it comes to the national economy. This is driven by wide-ranging legislative and regulatory reforms. Not to mention, it expands the investment flows. If you’re wondering, this includes leisure, nature-based cultural, and business tourism, along with a calendar of some major international events.
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Lifting Tourism Contribution To GDP
With the efforts of building local talent and expanding Saudi participation, the sector has undergone rapid infrastructure and service upgrades. Not to mention, it is supported by programmes which are aimed at easing the licensing procedures. Backing investors, it also aims to improve the visitor experience, for which the measures have helped in extending the average length of stays and lifting per capita spending.
This is hardly surprising, as Saudi Arabia has a multitude of offerings for visitors. From the beautiful Deserts of AlUla to the lush beauty of the Asir region, and beyond, the beautiful landscape attracts visitors for its enthralling beauty. So, the large number of visitors being attracted to the kingdom is not surprising at all
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