Immerse yourself in authentic local experiences
With our calendar of daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal events, you can fully immerse yourself in the local culture, flavour and creativity. Beyond Dar Tantora The House Hotel, you can get involved in local activities within the AlUla community.
Daily Experiences
- Daily Event
At your request, our Rawi (guide) will explain the history of the Old Town, the architectural wonder of the Dars, and daily rituals and their place in modern life
Weekly experiences
- Weekly Event
Step into the past with our storyteller who narrates captivating tales, allowing you to immerse yourself in our rich history. Available on request.
- Weekly Event
This fun and educational workshop takes place each Friday at 5pm and lasts up to 1.5 hours. Unlock the beauty and mystique of ancient languages at our exclusive workshop. Immerse yourself in the elegant world of Arabic calligraphy or carve your own name in the rare and fascinating Dadanite script.
Monthly Experiences
- Monthly Event
On the second Wednesday of every month, a literary expert visits the Majlis Dar Tantora to speak about Arabic literature. (Arabic-speaking guests only).
- Monthly Event
On the first Monday of every month, the neighbourhood committee meets with key stakeholders of Old Town / Jadida. (Arabic-speaking guests only).
- Monthly Event
Discover the enchanting secrets of Arabic Henna at our serene monthly workshops. Unveil the beauty of ancient art in a relaxing atmosphere, where each session reveals the intricate mysteries of Henna design. Join us to immerse yourself in the elegance and tradition of Arabic Henna artistry, and create stunning patterns
Seasonal Experiences
SEASONAL EVENT
Changeover of the seasons ceremony
At 7pm on the first day of the start of each season – harvest, winter, bloom and summer – in Tantora Square, we celebrate new beginnings in a ceremony that lasts up to one hour
Bespoke experiences
We have created three bespoke experiences exclusive to you, our guests:
– Dinner under the stars
– Oasis walk and exclusive picnic
– Cooking class at Princess Noura Farm
Please book by emailing us or via our in house guest experience concierge.