Manama
Bahrain
- Safety rating
- 7.5/10
- Best time to visit
- November through March offers warm, dry days ideal for sightseeing, while summer months can be brutally hot and humid.
- Population
- 0.7M
Overview
Manama is Bahrain's cosmopolitan capital, where glassy skyscrapers and the twin-towered World Trade Center rise beside the labyrinthine alleys of the old souq. The city pairs ancient Dilmun-era heritage with a famously relaxed, liberal social scene on the Gulf.
Top attractions
Highlights include the Bahrain National Museum, the UNESCO-listed Qal'at al-Bahrain fort, the Al Fateh Grand Mosque, and the bustling Manama Souq.
Getting around
Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Careem are the easiest way to get around, supplemented by an inexpensive public bus network. A car is useful for exploring the wider island.