10 Days in Manama: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Melike Eda Taşkit

13 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Manama, Bahrain, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and thrilling experiences this vibrant city has to offer. From ancient marvels to modern delights, this itinerary will take you on a journey you'll never forget.

Trip to Manama

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Thrills, and Corniche Delights

$24

$ 2

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

Directions

The Starbucks Experience is more than a cup of coffee. From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated the rich tradition of coffee, but that also brought a feeling of community, a comfortable third place away from the demands of work and home.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

8 - 10 min

Directions

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

Ahmed Abdul Rahim Traditional Caffee Shop

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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4 - 5 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Day 2Forts, Greek Delights, and Island Magic

$30

$ 4

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

Remains of a 16th-century Portuguese fort on an archaeological site with a museum displaying finds.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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5 - 6 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$14

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Temples, Souqs, and Gastronomic Delights

$26

$ 3

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

16 - 24 min

Directions

Archaeological site featuring Dilmun temples & other ruins dating from 3000 BCE.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

Imposing 20th-century building known for its many shops, cafes & lively marketplace.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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3 - 4 min

Directions

(1) Seef Mall, Manama, near Gate 7 (2) Bab Al Bahrain Mall - Gate 3 & 4

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 4Cafes, Parks, and Culinary Delights

$33

$ 4

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Waterfront destination with picnic areas, kids' rides & playgrounds, plus shops & resorts nearby.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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5 - 6 min

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Elegant modern complex housing a collection of rare Qurans, plus Islamic artifacts & calligraphy.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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5 - 6 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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10 - 15 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5Spices, Souqs, and Family Delights

$43

$ 2

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

Directions

Sprawling, vibrant market with vendors selling food, clothing, traditional crafts & household goods.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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11 - 16 min

Directions

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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16 - 23 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 6Gardens, Art, and Cafe Hopping Delights

$22

$ 5

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 12 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 7Mosques, Parks, and International Delights

$37

$ 3

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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42 - 63 min

Directions

Theme park with indoor & outdoor games & rides, plus shopping, food court & live entertainment.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

15 - 18 min

Directions

Built in 1988, this massive mosque named after Bahrain's founder has room for 7,000 worshipers.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 8Sandwiches, Beaches, and Sweet Delights

$24

$ 5

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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18 - 22 min

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This bay & wetlands is home to Nabih Saleh island, as well as shrimp, fish & migrating birds.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Palm-tree dotted waterfront popular for evening strolls, with bike hire, eateries & artificial lake.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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6 - 9 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 9Ice Cream, Forts, and Park Delights

$31

$ 3

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

Directions

A 15th-century fortress in typical Islamic style, overlooking sea passages, plus illuminations.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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11 - 14 min

Directions

Kurar embroidery exhibited in an airy space where the craft is passed on to younger generations.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

22 - 33 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$11

15 - 22 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 10Grills, Funland, and Cultural Delights

$42

$ 3

Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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21 - 32 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

6 - 8 min

Directions

Pearling Path Visitor and Experience Center

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

9 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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3 - 4 min

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Abdullah Al Zayed House for Bahraini Press Heritage

Cultural center featuring exhibits on Bahrain's press heritage in a historic house.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Budget breakdown: $339 In total

Activities & Food:$310

Transport:$29