{"id":291554,"date":"2025-01-08T11:56:25","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T11:56:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/blog\/manama-a-business-travellers-guide\/"},"modified":"2025-07-17T15:21:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:21:59","slug":"manama-a-business-travellers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/en-us\/blog\/manama-a-business-travellers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Manama: A Business Traveler&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;HEADER BANNER&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Manama-City-Guide-Travelhead.jpg&#8221; background_position=&#8221;center_right&#8221; background_horizontal_offset=&#8221;27%&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=&#8221;Manama: A Business Traveler&#8217;s Guide&#8221; subhead=&#8221;your complete introduction to the capital of Bahrain&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Manama Business Guide&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.7em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.29)&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;50px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;29px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; subhead_font_size_tablet=&#8221;20px&#8221; subhead_font_size_phone=&#8221;13px&#8221; subhead_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243; button_one_text__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;3_5,2_5&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;81%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;70%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Traveling to Manama?<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you planning on traveling to Manama for work? Get to know the capital of Bahrain better in this comprehensive guide for business travelers.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Perched on the island&#8217;s tip overlooking the glittering Arabian Gulf, Manama has been a centre of international trade for centuries. Historically known for its flourishing pearling industry, the ultra-modern city has become a pearl in its own right, its meteoric growth exemplified by the architectural marvel that is the Bahrain World Trade Center and its famous wind-powered turbines &#8211; a fitting metaphor, perhaps, to the capital&#8217;s constantly moving financial scene.<\/p>\n<p>But Manama isn&#8217;t just Bahrain\u2019s economic powerhouse; it&#8217;s a cultural phenomenon. Explore bustling souqs selling traditional jewellery and local spices. Explore stunning Islamic architecture such as the UNESCO-listed Qal&#8217;at al-Bahrain (Bahrain Fort). Immerse yourself in the city&#8217;s thriving arts scene which draws inspiration from the island nation&#8217;s rich heritage and its diverse expatriate community.<\/p>\n<p>For business travellers, Manama offers a wealth of opportunities. Positioned as a key gateway to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets, the city provides strategic access to one of the world\u2019s fastest-growing economic regions. Bahrain\u2019s open economy, favourable tax policies, and commitment to financial services, technology, and logistics make it an attractive destination for investors and entrepreneurs alike.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:103\"><strong>In this comprehensive guide to Manama for business travellers, we delve deeper into navigating the city&#8217;s unique corporate landscape, offer our top tips for getting around, and pick out our top 3 things to see or do to make your trip unforgettable.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;#gettingthere&#8221; button_text=&#8221;How to Get to Manama&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;BUTTON &#8211; Getting There&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;30px|2px||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;30px|2px||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;30px|2px||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;14px||14px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#6D6E71&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|30px|15px|30px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Factfile&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_5_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_5_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Manama Fact File<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Bahrain-Coat-of-Arms-WEB-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;The seal of Chicago&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Bahrain-Coat-of-Arms-WEB&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;IMAGE &#8211; City Shield&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;49%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;36%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;54%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;TEXT &#8211; Shield Caption&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||on||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-3%||5%||false|false&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;11px&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The coat of arms of Bahrain, designed in 1932 by Charles Belgrave, a British advisor to the then Shaikh of the country.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-16px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; City Stats&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_4_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_5_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_6_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;dark&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;5%|5px|5%|5px|true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h4>Languages<\/h4>\n<p>Arabic, English (widely used)<\/p>\n<h4>Currency<\/h4>\n<p>Bahraini Dinar (BHD)<\/p>\n<h4>Avg. Temperatures<\/h4>\n<p>Summer (Jun-Aug) = 35\u00b0C (95\u00b0F)<br \/>Fall (Sep-Nov) = 30.5\u00b0C (86.9\u00b0F)<br \/>Winter (Dec-Feb) = 18.8\u00b0C (65.9\u00b0F)<br \/>Spring (Mar-May) = 26.5\u00b0C (79.7\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Getting There&#8221; module_id=&#8221;gettingthere&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Divider&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Getting There (Header)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text content_tablet=&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 style=%22text-align: center;%22>Getting To New York<\/h2>\n<p>&#8221; content_phone=&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 style=%22text-align: center;%22>Getting To<\/h2>\n<h2 style=%22text-align: center;%22>New York<\/h2>\n<p>&#8221; content_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Getting There&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;36px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Getting To Manama<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Getting There (Body)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf072;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Air (\u0647\u0648\u0627\u0621)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\">The main airport in Manama is the\u00a0<strong>Bahrain International Airport (BAH)<\/strong>, located around 6 miles (10km) outside the city on Muharraq Island. The airport is well-connected to major international hubs like Dubai, Doha, Istanbul, and London, with direct flights offered by Gulf Air, the national carrier, alongside many international airlines.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf1b9;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; car&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Road (<strong>\u0637\u0631\u064a\u0642<\/strong>)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; car&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:111\">The main road into Manama is the <strong>King Fahd Causeway<\/strong>, which connects Bahrain to Saudi Arabia. The causeway spans approximately 16 miles (25km) and links the Saudi city of Khobar to Bahrain\u2019s west coast. A bus service regularly operates between major Saudi cities and Manama, though be aware that journies typically involve passing through immigration and customs at the border.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf13d;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Bus&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Sea (<strong>\u0628\u062d\u0631<\/strong>)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Bus&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Cruise ships often dock at <strong>Khalifa Bin Salman Port<\/strong>, located about 8 miles (13km) from Manama. For private boat owners, Bahrain\u2019s marinas, such as the <strong>Bahrain Yacht Club<\/strong> and <strong>Marassi Al Bahrain Marina<\/strong>, provide docking facilities. There have also been periodic ferry services between Bahrain and Qatar or Saudi Arabia, although these are subject to availability and seasonal changes.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Business Culture&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#efefef&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Business Culture&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Manama-World-Trade-Centre-WEB.jpg&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;679px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;TEXT &#8211; Business Culture&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; ul_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;27px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Business Culture &amp; Etiquette<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Bahraini business culture values <strong>personal connections<\/strong> and trust. Building rapport is often seen as a prerequisite to formal business dealings, with initial meetings focusing more on relationship-building than immediate negotiations. As in many Gulf countries, business etiquette in Bahrain tends to be formal, and dressing conservatively is essential. Men typically wear suits or traditional Bahraini attire, while women are encouraged to dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees.<\/p>\n<p>Hospitality plays a significant role in Bahraini culture, and it is common for meetings to begin with an exchange of pleasantries over <strong>Arabic coffee<\/strong> or tea. Business cards are exchanged as a sign of respect and professionalism, often with both hands or the right hand.<\/p>\n<p>When addressing others, using titles such as <strong>Sheikh<\/strong> (for leaders or prominent figures) or <strong>Sayyid\/Sayyida<\/strong> (Mr.\/Mrs.) shows respect. Avoid addressing someone by their first name unless invited to do so. Honorifics and family names are valued in formal interactions.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:684\"><strong>Here are a few of our other top business etiquette and culture tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:684\">During Ramadan, the Islamic holy month, it&#8217;s customary to avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in public during daylight hours.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:684\">Friday is the holy day in Islam, and many businesses operate on a Sunday-Thursday workweek, with reduced hours or closures on Fridays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"23:1-23:33\">[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Crime &#038; Safety&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Crime &#038; Safety&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;TEXT -Crime &#038; Safety&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; ul_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Crime &amp; Safety<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Manama is considered a relatively safe city with a low crime rate compared to global standards. The city\u2019s safety is largely attributed to its well-established law enforcement system and a strong emphasis on maintaining public order. While crime does exist, incidents are rare, and violent crime is particularly uncommon. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing or theft might occur in crowded areas, but these incidents are few and far between.<\/p>\n<p>However, Bahrain is known for its strict laws, and there can be severe consequences for criminal offences. Drug-related crimes are particularly serious, with stringent penalties for possession, trafficking, or consumption. Bahrain enforces a zero-tolerance policy towards drugs, and travellers should be cautious about bringing any form of medication into the country. Some medications that are legal in other countries may be classified as controlled substances in Bahrain, so it is essential to check with your doctor and authorities before traveling.<\/p>\n<p>It is also important to consider the extreme weather conditions, particularly in the summer months when temperatures can reach 40\u00b0C.\u00a0 <span class=\"citation-1 recitation citation-end-1\">Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-coloured clothing to keep cool and protect <\/span>your head from the sun with a hat or cap. Make sure to stay hydrated by carrying a bottle of water with you at all times and avoid sugary drinks and caffeine which can dehydrate you further.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\"><strong>Here are a few of our other top safety tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In Manama, the emergency number for police, fire, and ambulance services is <strong>999.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Be mindful of dressing modestly and avoid any public displays of affection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Manama-Mosque-Bahrain-WEB.jpg&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;626px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Getting Around&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#efefef&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Getting Around Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Getting Around&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Getting Around Manama<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Getting Around&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf55e;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Taxis&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Buses (\u062d\u0627\u0641\u0644\u0629)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Taxis&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Operated by the Bahrain Public Transport Company (BPTC), the bus network is a low-cost option that covers a wide range of routes, connecting various neighborhoods in Manama and extending to other areas of the country. Passengers can pay for their trip with cash when boarding, or they can use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bahrainbus.bh\/go-card-faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bahrain Bus Card,<\/a> a pre-paid smart card that can be topped up and used for multiple journeys.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf1ba;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Doha Metro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Taxis &amp; Ridesharing (<strong>\u062a\u0627\u0643\u0633\u064a<\/strong>)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Doha Metro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; link_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Taxis<\/strong> are readily available in Manama and can be hailed on the street or booked via phone. They are easy to spot due to their orange and white or orange and gold\u00a0colours, and drivers typically speak Arabic and basic English. Ride-sharing services like <strong>Uber<\/strong> and <strong>Bolt<\/strong> are also available in Manama and have become a popular option for both locals and tourists in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf5e4;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Cra Rental&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Car Rental (\u062a\u0623\u062c\u064a\u0631 \u0633\u064a\u0627\u0631\u0627\u062a)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Car Rental&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; link_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Manama is home to numerous international and local car rental agencies, including well-known brands like <strong>Hertz<\/strong>, <strong>Avis<\/strong>, <strong>Europcar<\/strong>, and <strong>Sixt<\/strong>, alongside local providers. These companies have offices at major locations, including Bahrain International Airport (BAH). Many agencies also offer online booking options, allowing you to reserve your car in advance, potentially saving you money.<\/p>\n<div class=\"container\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Landmarks Top 3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; HEADER&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Top 3 To-Do&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Top 3 Things To See Or Do In Manama<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Top 3 To-Do&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you find yourself with a bit of free time on your business trip, Manama is a city with a rich history and offers plenty to see and do. Here are our top 3 recommendations&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Souq Waqif&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Bahrain-Fort-WEB-1.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;An aerial view of Statue of liberty and Ellis island&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Bahrain-Fort-WEB&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;IMAGE &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY -Souq Waqif&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_5_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_5_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_5_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5>1. Bahrain Fort (Qal&#8217;at al-Bahrain)<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>UNESCO World Heritage site<\/strong>, Bahrain Fort was originally built by the <strong>Dilmun civilization<\/strong> around 2300 BCE, making it one of the oldest forts in the Arabian Gulf. This ancient fort complex is situated on the northern coast of Bahrain and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.<\/p>\n<p>The fort is made up of several layers of archaeological ruins, reflecting the various civilizations that occupied the site throughout the ages. The layers of construction reveal much about the different cultures and how they adapted the site for their use, from its early origins in the Dilmun period to the later Portuguese and Islamic influences.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Divider&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211;  Doha Corniche&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Tree-of-Life-WEB.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;A view of central park in autumn in New york<br \/>\n&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Tree-of-Life-WEB&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;IMAGE &#8211; &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Doha Corniche&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_5_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_5_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_5_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5>2. The Tree of Life (Shajarat al-Hayat)<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Located about 2 kilometers from the Bahrain Fort, in the desert region of the island, this solitary <strong>Prosopis cineraria<\/strong> tree has stood for over <strong>400 years<\/strong> despite the arid environment and the absence of an obvious water source nearby. Various theories have emerged to explain this phenomenon, including the possibility of underground water sources, but the mystery remains unsolved. Some believe the tree&#8217;s survival is a natural wonder, while others associate it with local folklore and legends.<\/p>\n<p>The tree is approximately 10 meters (30 feet) tall and has a thick, sprawling canopy. 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Bahrain National Museum<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:250\">The <strong>Bahrain National Museum<\/strong> is one of the most important cultural landmarks in Bahrain. Opened in 1988, the building is one of the oldest and largest museums in the Gulf region and houses an extensive collection of art and historical pieces that reflect Bahrain&#8217;s role as a hub of trade, culture, and innovation.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:250\">One of the museum\u2019s most fascinating sections is its archaeology exhibit, which features a rich array of Dilmun civilization artefacts. The Dilmunites were known for their advanced culture and extensive trade networks, and their artefacts include pottery, tools, jewellery, and statues. 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