No wearing shorts. The US State Department advises male visitors to dress conservatively when visiting Saudi Arabia and not go without a shirt.

What happens if you wear shorts in Saudi Arabia?

As for outfits, wearing immodest clothing or garments with questionable prints on them is punishable under the law. For men, wearing shorts or walking in public in white underwear garments is also an offense.

Are shorts banned in Saudi Arabia?

The head of the governments newly-formed Public Decency Agency told BBC Arabic that shorts are only banned in public spaces and are allowed on beaches and in sports clubs.

What tourists wear in Saudi Arabia?

You should wear modest opaque loose-fitting clothing at all times and have a headscarf and abaya at hand if you (are female and) plan to visit any religious buildings. Saudi Arabia is an extremely exciting destination with breath taking scenery, interesting archaeological sites and a fascinating culture.

Can you wear normal clothes in Saudi Arabia?

Normal clothes! You can wear jeans. You can wear a jumper, t-shirt, or if its hot, you can wear a tank top which will keep you cooler. Just be careful not too show too much chest skin if you wear less clothes underneath. I really like H&M for long dresses to wear under an Abaya or 3/4 bags trousers.