Bahrain Discovery Tour: Explore Manama's Highlights in Half-Day
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Manama
Embark on a half-day Bahrain Discovery Tour and explore the highlights of Manama. Visit the iconic Al-Fateh mosque, learn about Bahrain's history at the National Museum, and stroll through the charming old Souq.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Al-Fatih Mosque (Great Mosque) - Amazing architect piece of art. Deserve an inside 20 minutes visit with internal guide. Brief information about Islam and pray. ( Photo stop during Covid-19 ) Closed onFridays and Saturdays.
  • Bahrain National Museum - The national museum takes you back more than 4000 years in history, to Dilmun civilization’ then to tradition and customs of Bahrain. Very rich of information about the islands.
  • Moda Mall - Bahrain World Trade Center - A land mark building of the country. this building was nominated as the BEST COMMERCIAL HIGH BUILDING in the middle east
  • Qal’at al-Bahrain - Qal’at Al-Bahrain (Bahrain Fort ) is the biggest archaeological and historical site in the Gulf region.with history takes you back to around 5000 years.
  • Bab el-Bahrain Souk - Walk in Manama Souk, visit spicy shops and old souk. with a stop to taste a traditional cup of Tee SHAY
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water included
  • Expert local Bahraini guide
  • All fees and taxes covered
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transport
What's Not Included
  • Any additional request.
Additional Information

This excursion encompasses Manama’s highlights in a 4-hour span.

1- Guided interior tour of Al-Fateh Mosque, Bahrain’s largest mosque.
2- An hour of immersed learning about Bahrain : History, traditions, culture, economy and more at the Bahrain National Museum. (Closed on Tuesdays)
3- Pausing at Bahrain Bay, an artificially created island. Admire Bahrain’s contemporary architecture.
4- Explore Bahrain Fort site, the Gulf region’s largest historical and archaeological landmark.
5- Leisure stroll through Manama’s ancient Souq with a pause to savor traditional Bahraini tea.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Pickup from Airport, and Remote area (10 Kilometers outside Manama Center) will be charged extra
  • Mosque is closed on Fridays.
  • National Museum closed on Tuesdays.
  • No pickup from Port.
  • This is NOT a private tour. for private tour please send us a message.
Location
Al-Fatih Mosque (Great Mosque)
Al Fatih Highway,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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725geralde
May 5, 2024
Fantastic tour! - The tour was excellent! My guide was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable; his English was excellent; and he seemed to know most of the people we encountered along the way. He was able to describe parts of the city that we did not have time to stop in. I could not have gotten a better feeling for the city, its heritage, and its evolving future.
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Andrewq549
Apr 26, 2024
Trustworthy and Kind - Maher is the most pleasant, educational, and polite gentleman. He gave us an exceptional tour of Bahrain. He arrived at exactly the time he said, sent us a pic so we would recognize him, and had a nice car to drive us around the city. He was worth every penny and probably should be charging more. His English is perfect. He is a retired educator and shows in his passion to teach. He helped us practice our Arabic on him and even helped us negotiate good prices in the market when we asked him to help us find a few things we wanted. He even hooked us up with a friend of his for a tour Kuwait when we told him we were in need. That one was just as good.
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Buhaynifladgie
Mar 4, 2024
Great and Very Informative - Maher is an excellent local guide. He picked us up at our hotel on time. He took us to the spectacular sights for photo ops. He was very patient when we got a little bit delayed at a shop in the Souk. We admire his enthusiasm in explaining about the history of Bahrain at the museum. Also, he has packed chilled water and some snacks for us. Shukran. Highly recommended!!!
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Claytonkennethb
Mar 2, 2024
A must do in Bahrain - The tour was amazing the guide was was most knowable and friendly. Got to see all of the sights. The Souk the old fort and the grand Mosque where our favorites. The Buildings are so interesting to see.My wife and I loved the tour and our Guide.
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Danielsg4417xl
Mar 2, 2024
Discovering Bahrain - Amazing tour. Great way to see a number of sites in and around Manama. Maher was a great and very knowledgable tour guide.
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Efecankobo
Jan 28, 2024
Unforgettable Half-Day Tour of Bahrain with the Exceptional Guide, Mr. Maher - From the moment we met Mr. Maher, our trip to Bahrain transformed into an extraordinary journey filled with rich cultural insights and unforgettable sights. Mr. Maher’s extensive knowledge about Bahrain’s history, culture, and hidden gems allowed us to connect with the heart and soul of this beautiful country in a way we never imagined. His passion for sharing Bahrain’s stories and his warm, engaging demeanor made every moment enjoyable. We were particularly impressed by how Mr. Maher tailored the tour to our interests, showing us both popular landmarks and off-the-beaten-path spots that only a seasoned local would know. His attention to detail, from the comfortable transportation to the thoughtful itinerary, made our journey seamless and stress-free. In summary, if you’re planning a trip to Bahrain, we cannot recommend Mr. Maher enough. His professionalism, knowledge, and genuine kindness are a rare find. He didn’t just show us the sights of Bahrain; he made us feel a part of its story. Thank you, Mr. Maher, for an unforgettable half-day tour that has left us with lasting memories and a deep appreciation for Bahrain.
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Casm2229
Jan 16, 2024
Take the tour! - This tour is a great way to get acquainted with Bahrain, its history, culture, and overall vibe. Maher, our guide, was super accommodating and professional. We enjoyed the tour very much and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Bahrain, even if it’s not your first time.
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Mgi1597sx
Jan 9, 2024
Exciting side trip to Bahrain - It was an excellent and i interesting trip. Our tour guide is very knowledgeable, kind, trustworthy and super friendly! we are definitely coming back and will hire Maher again!
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Paulsd1610xg
Jan 7, 2024
Intense and Highly Informative Tour with Maher - Our tour guide, Maher, picked us up at our hotel and took us first to see the Al-Fateh Grand Mosque. Different from most mosques, you are encouraged to see the inside. As non-muslims we were asked to join a group of other non-muslims to get an short but insightful overview of Islam, the prayer times, the prayer, and the rituals before we get free time to take photos of this magnificent Mosque. All women had to wear the abaya throughout the visit, loaned for free by the mosque. The Mosque is an absolute must-visit regardless of your beliefs. From the Mosque we went to the National Museum of Bahrain which exhibit both the pre-historic and history of Bahrain. Our guide, Maher, guided us around to make sure we cover all parts of the museum and his knowledge of both the history and the exhibits was impressive. The Museum is well-designed and has lots of surprising exhibits. Next, he took us to a photo spot to take pictures of the skyline of Bahrain. From there to the Souq Bab Al-Bahrain that was worth the visit. the Souq (Market) offers everything, from spices to luxury carpets and everything in between. We were even able to buy some Bahrain souvenirs and tasted some local sweets. Finally, we visited the Qal-at al-Bahrain or Bahrain Fort. This historical site is surprisingly well-preserved and well-maintained. Lots of walking and going up and down, but worth the efforts. The Fort is also a great place to take photos of Bahrain's skyline. This tour is highly recommended. if you are lucky, you get Maher as your guide, who is also excellent at taking your photos.
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Douglas_c
Jan 5, 2024
Great short tour - Excellent experience, very knowledgable and friendly, thank you! Perfect for an overview of Bahrain.
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