City Overview & History
See all (10)Bahrain Residents
Though the majority of the population is Muslim, other religions include Hinduism, Christianity and even…
Bahrain History
Bahrain’s rich history dates back from the early Dilmun period through the Islamic era. Archaeological…
Bahrain today
Bahrain has progressed into a cosmopolitan society of religions and communities. With the discovery of…
Places to Visit
See all (18)What to do with Children in Tow
Adhari Park When: Daily Where: Shaikh Isa Bin Salman Highway Cost: Entrance 0.5 BD; Park…
Hawar Islands
Located 20kms from the Bahrain Mainland, the Hawar Islands are an idyllic, untouched, beautiful paradise…
Riffa Fort
This magnificent sandstone structure was constructed in 1812, by Sh.Salman Bin Ahmed ( al fateh)…
Ain Umm Al-Sajur Site
The site is renowned for having the highest water spring in Bahrain. This spring was…
Health & Safety
Health and Safety
Drink plenty of water as April through August can be very hot and humid it…
Shopping
See all (14)The Yateem Centre
This is an exciting mall offering the best of Bahraini shopping with high quality products,…
GOSI Shopping Complex
This offers an enjoyable shopping experience in a modern complex at very inexpensive prices. It…
The Central Market
This is an open-air fresh produce market that sells meat, fish, and mostly edibles. It…
Souvenir Shopping
Most of the souveniers available are imported from Yemen, India, Pakistan and Iran. These include…
Bahrain Craft Centre
The atmosphere of the Bahrain Craft Centre is peaceful and friendly and managed completely by…
Manama Souq
This sprawling Souq found in the heart of Bahrain’s capital offers reasonable prices that are…
Hotels
See all (15)Grand Hotel Bahrain
Located off Exhibition Road near the heart of Manama, the Grand Hotel offers the best…
City Centre Hotel
The charm of this hotel is that its atmosphere is party-like since it taps the…
Ramee International Hotel
Famous for its luxury and comfort, hospitality and entertainment, the Ramee International Hotel prioritizes its…
The Panorama Hotel
The Panorama Hotel is located in Manama, just two kilometers from the beach. It has…
Windsor Tower Hotel
Situated off Exhibition Road in Manama, at a five minute walk from the lively main…
Gulf Hotel Bahrain
This hotel is perfectly located in the Manama city centre near the business and shopping…
Restaurants
See all (16)Charcoal Grill
The location of this grill is fantastic-nestled in the heart of Manama- where you can…
Café Lilou
This sophisticated balconied restaurant, with its velvet upholstery, wrought-iron banisters and polished wood floors gives…
Burjuman Coffee Shop
This Filipino-run cafe is in an excellent location. The menu includes sandwiches, burgers, rice and…
Lantern’s Restaurant
Continental and Indian Buffet brunch (drinks not included) Theme: Continental Prices: BD 4 Phone: 1759…
Festivals
See all (8)Accession Day
Celebrated on the 17th of the month, this holiday marks the country’s accession. The island…
Eid al-Watani
Bahrain commemorates its National Day on the 16th of December, with parades, speeches, processions and…
Independence Day
This day falls on the 27th of June. Bahrainis celebrate this day with pyrotechnics, opera…
Bahrain Human Rights International Film Festival
This festival is held annually from the 1st to the 4th of May and commemorates…
Milad-un-Nabi
The most widely celebrated festival in Bahrain. It marks the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad…
Bahrain Grand Prix
Held annually since 2004, when the first ever Formula One Grand Prix in the entire…
Exhibition Halls
Jewellery Arabia
This 5-day event is held in early November at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre. Stunning…
Masjids
See all (58)Transportation - Getting Around
See all (5)From the airport
There are many taxis available outside the terminal, but they tend to overprice foreigners. Therefore,…
Organized Tours
See all (5)Motor Racing International
21 Market Street, Sandwich, Kent. (UK) CT13 9DA Telephone: (01304) 612424, Fax: (01304) 615490, Email:…
Farhat International
Tel: 17216411 Fax: 17217411 Address: 4, 372, 304, Manama E-mail: sales@farhat-tours.com , info@farhat-tours.com Website: http://www.farhat-tours.com…
Al Muhanna Travels and Tours
PO Box 1352, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Tel: +973 17246665 Fax: +973 17232772 Website: www.almuhannatravel.com…
Janan Tours Master
Tel: 1755 5737 Fax: 1755 0705 Address: 1751b, 1241, 412 Diah E-Mail: info@jnantours.com Website: www.jnantours.com…
Al Kobaisi Travel & Tourism
Al Kobaisi Travel & Tourism P.O.Box 5021 Manama Bahrain Tel: (+973) 17212999 Fax: (+973) 17215522…