Bahrain

Bahrain's culinary delights fuse flavours from the Middle East and beyond. Tempt your taste buds with traditional Balaleet or Baydh Tomat at breakfast, tuck into internationally inspired Machboos, Muhammar, and Harees; following up with Arabic Qahwa coffee and Halwa sweets, Chai Haleeb tea, or a tea and pomegranate Bahrain mocktail. Savour local cuisine at Agaily & Karak and Haji’s Café, dine family-style at Sa’ada Bahrain and Fatto, feast on fresh seafood at Fish Market Restaurant, or experience gourmet dining at Bushido by Buddha-Bar or Cipriani Bahrain.

Enjoy kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding at Bahrain Bay. Try scuba diving amongst vibrant reefs and historic wrecks or an amazing pearl diving adventure  Take a guided sunset trail ride on horseback along the beach and around Bahrain Fort. Indulge in the thrill of speed on Bahrain International Karting Circuit. Experience the sensation of free-fall at Gravity Indoor Skydiving. Test your problem-solving skills at Escape Code or join Nutty Scientists Bahrain’s science-based workshops at City Centre Bahrain. Delight in splashing times at Lost Paradise of Dilmun’s water slides, wave pools, and lazy rivers. 

Look forward to family-friendly fun-filled days with water activities, beach sports, and relaxation by the Arabian Gulf at Bilaj al Jazayer Beach. Sun, sea, and shopping combine in glorious fashion at the magical Marassi Beach. Relish a beach club experience with live entertainment at Solymar Beach, Azul Beach, Cipriani Beach, and Reef Clubhouse & Lagoon Beach. Escape to sunbathe on idyllic beaches and kayak and snorkel in clear turquoise waters at the offshore Al Dah Island. Avoid the crowds with an untouched beach experience in the natural surrounds of Dumistan Beach.

Uncover Bahrain’s 6,000-year history - from the Dilmun civilisation to the Tylos and Islam eras - at Bahrain National Museum. Explore Bahrain’s rich pearling tradition and hidden secrets at the Pearling Path’s houses, majlises, buildings, pearl beds, and Bu Maher Fort. Bahrain’s 4,000+ years of civilisations come alive at Bahrain Fort’s ruins of cities and the fortified castle, palace, and historic port. Admire Al-Fateh Grand Mosque’s stunning Islamic architecture and Albareh Art Gallery’s exhibits. Discover Bab al-Bahrain Souq‘s traditional Bahrani spices, perfumes, textiles, and handicrafts. 

Bahrain’s calendar is filled with cultural festivals, live performances, sporting events, and more. Join in the celebrations for Saudi National Day in September and Bahrain National Day in December. Music lovers can look forward to October’s Bahrain International Music Festival and December’s Bahrain Jazz Fest. Sports fans get to experience The King’s Cup Festival horse racing in March and April’s thrilling Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix. Gardeners won’t want to miss Bahrain International Garden Show in April; while the biennial Bahrain International Air Show is a must-see for aviation enthusiasts.

Stop by the award-winning Bahrain World Trade Center to view the unique integrated wind turbines. Catch the sunset at the Sakhir Desert’s 400-year-old Tree of Life – a symbol of resilience and wonder. See how traditional pottery, embroidery, and woven textiles are created at Al Jasra Handicrafts Centre. Take an island adventure to experience Amwaj Islands’ white-sand beaches and water sports or snorkelling at Hawar Islands’ colourful coral reefs. Get up close to exotic wildlife at Al Areen Wildlife Park & Reserve. And, of course, fit in some retail therapy at Marassi Galleria and The Avenues.