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Bahrain Financial Harbour
viewsModern business district with twin towers and marina.
Manama Souq
cultureTraditional market with gold, spices, and fabrics.
Adliya
localArts and dining district with galleries and restaurants.
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faq.subtitle Manama
Most liberal Gulf state - alcohol legal, relaxed dress code. Rich history (pearl trade, UNESCO sites). Smaller and more authentic than Dubai. Formula 1 Grand Prix. Weekend escape for Saudis. Genuine Arabian hospitality without UAE prices.
Yes! One of few Gulf countries where alcohol is legal. Available in hotels, licensed restaurants, bars. Cannot drink in public or be visibly drunk. Ramadan more restricted. Price includes tax. Much more relaxed than Saudi Arabia.
More relaxed than neighbors. Casual Western clothing fine in hotels, malls. Modest dress (knees/shoulders covered) appreciated in souks, old town. Bikinis OK at hotel pools/beaches. Mosques require conservative dress. No strict rules for tourists.
Yes - 25km King Fahd Causeway connects to Saudi Arabia. Weekend escape for Saudis. Can drive across or take taxi. Visa on arrival for many nationalities. Very popular Friday-Saturday. Expect crowds at border weekends.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Manama
Bahrain National Museum is excellent - covers 6,000 years of history. Pearl diving heritage, burial mounds, Islamic art. Modern building, well-presented. Air-conditioned break from heat. ~3 BHD entry. Best museum in Gulf.
Explore Muharraq old town - UNESCO World Heritage pearl diving district. Shaikh Isa house museum shows traditional life. Narrow alleys, wind towers. Free to wander. More authentic than Manama. Take taxi there, walk around.
Use Uber/Careem apps - reliable and affordable. City small, most rides under 5 BHD. Better than negotiating with taxis. Airport pickup easy. Essential for Bahrain Fort and sites outside center.
Visit Bahrain Fort (Qal'at al-Bahrain) - UNESCO World Heritage. 4,000 years of history. Archaeological site with museum. Free entry. Sunset views over sea. ~15 min from center by taxi.
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
2 - 4 د.ب
~3.0 $
Mid-range
8 - 20 د.ب
~14.0 $
Fine dining
30 - 80 د.ب
~55.0 $
Street Food
Local dish
1 - 3 د.ب
~2.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
1.5 - 4 د.ب
~2.8 $
Local beer
3 - 7 د.ب
~5.0 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
0.2 - 0.5 د.ب
~0.35 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
8 - 15 د.ب / night
~11.5 $
Guesthouse
25 - 50 د.ب / night
~37.5 $
Hotel 3★
60 - 120 د.ب / night
~90.0 $
Hotel 5★
150 - 400 د.ب / night
~275 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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widespread
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DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION 2025! stc pay mobile wallet expanding - first in Bahrain offering Alipay remittances via Mastercard Move in January 2025. Cards widely accepted. Cash for souks, small vendors.
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NBB (National Bank of Bahrain) and Ahli United Bank ATMs reliable and widespread. Manama Souq vendors prefer cash. Bahrain Fort and museums accept cards.
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10%
10-15% appreciated if no service charge. Not mandatory. Hotel staff 1-2 BHD. Taxi drivers round up.
Safety
High safety level
Tourist area with low crime rate
Manama is very safe - one of safest Gulf capitals. Low crime, friendly locals. Avoid political gatherings. More liberal than neighbors but still conservative - respect local customs. Alcohol available in hotels/restaurants. Women travelers comfortable.