By Monalisha Mallick
● 24 Apr 19
Middle East
Do you know Bahrain was one of the first countries in GCC that allowed expats & tourists to enter the country? Yes, Bahrain is one of the modern Arab countries that has kept tradition close to its heart. The country is filled with attractions to cater to people of myriad interests from history lovers to food troopers to adventure enthusiasts.
Visit this multilayered and multicultural destination and experience Arab culture like never before.
Address: Bab Al Bahrain Ave
Opening Hours – 9am-1pm & 4-9pm Sat-Thu, 4-9pm on Friday
Address: Ras Rayyah Port
The timings vary for every season.
The charges usually vary per person from BD30 to BD35 & for groups from BD190 to BD195.
The specialty of this place is that its menu & recipe has not changed in the last 70 years. Taste history here.
Address: Government Ave
Opening Hours – 5.30am-8.30pm every day
Price – the Main course starts from BD1.5
The Al Sakhir Tower of the Formula 1 Racetrack is a must visit. If there are no events or races scheduled, you can still take a tour of the stadium and get into a stand to have a feel of what it must look like when the races happen.
Address: Gate 255, Gulf of Bahrain Ave, Umm Jidar 1062
Working Hours – 8am-5.30pm, tours 10am & 2pm Sun, Tue & Thu
Price for tours- BD6
Learn more about the glorious history of the island country at Bahrain National Museum. The museum has signages in both English & Arabic.
Address: Al Fatih Hwy
Working Hours – 8am-8pm
Entry fee – BD0.5
Start early to avoid missing out on the bus tours that are less crowded in the morning. The bus tours leave every hour & have both English & Arabic commentary.
Address: off Gulf of Bahrain Rd
Open Hours – 8am-4.30pm for Sat-Thu, 2-4pm on Friday
Entry Fee – BD1
The Portuguese built this UNESCO World Heritage site in the 16th century. The fort has stood the test of time and stands as a testament to the era gone by
Address: Rd 3863, Block 438, Qalat Al Bahrain Ave, Al Qalah
Visiting Hours – 8am-8pm from Tue-Sun
Entry Fee – BD1 for GCC citizen & BD2 for foreign residents.
Take a look at the most exquisite collection of ancient Qurans in the region.
Address: Bldg 17, Rd 1901
Visiting Hours: 8.30am-1.30pm & 4-6pm Sat-Wed, 8.30am-1.30pm Thu
Bahrain has stunning mosques. Take a tour of the below mosques
This is a classic piece example of Bahraini fortification. Visit in the afternoon or evening hours and get engulfed in the serene atmosphere as the sun sets in and the evening prayer goes up.
Address: Sheikh Hamood Bin Sebah Ave
Opening Hours – 8am to 8 pm every day
Entry fee – BD 2
The mystique of this standalone green, desert dweller, is something that should be experienced when you are in Bahrain. The tree was planted in 1583 and remains healthy, spreading its coolness to the hundreds of visitors that drop by.
Address: Musakar Hwy
No entry fee & no visiting time scheduled
With a range of hotels from 5-star to apartment stays, Bahrain has accommodation options for all kind of travelers, from luxury to backpackers.
Few of the best hotels to stay in Bahrain are:
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By flights – Bahrain International Airport located in Muharraq, an island which is just minutes’ drive away from the capital city of Manama. The airport is well connected to all major airports across the world.
By bus – The Saudi-Bahraini Transport Company (SABTCO) runs eight buses daily from Riyadh.
Bahrain Public Transport Company (BPTC) buses can take you in around the country. They are inexpensive, air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi too.
There are over 28 bus routes. You can check the complete bus schedule here:
Bahrain Bus Schedule
GCC national’s don’t need a visa to visit other GCC countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and Oman.
The weather is pleasant from October to early April, and this is the best time to visit this stunning island nation.
Major events in Bahrain are:
Annual Bahrain Heritage Festival – 24th April to 3rd May every year
Bahrain Food Festival – It happened from 28th February to 16th March 2019. Click here to know more about this culinary extravaganza.
Bahrain Grand Prix – 2019 race is over. 2020 dates are yet to be declared.
For the Grand Prix, Bahraini authorities issue a special F1 visa which allows for multiple entries in a defined two-week period around the event. The visa is available to Grand Prix ticket holders and is free of charge.
Monalisha Mallick
Creative soul. Writer. Traveler. Monalisha is infinitely curious about the world. When not answering questions about her career choice (graduation in Engineering and profession in writing), she enjoys going out to experience new places, savor fresh cuisines, meet people (many time weird) and soak in the culture from different eras and places.
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