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Manama
Bahrain · BAH
Bahrain's Gulf capital: souq, pearls, and a Grand Prix.
About
Manama is the capital and largest city of Bahrain, with an approximate population of 743,066 as of 2025 estimate. Long an important trading center in the Persian Gulf, Manama is home to a diverse population. After periods of Portuguese and Persian control and a short invasion from the ruling dynasty of Saudi Arabia, followed by a longer invasion by Oman, Bahrain established itself as an independent nation in 1971 following a period of British hegemony.
Source: Wikipedia — Manama (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- dining · good
- nightlife · good
- shopping · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan69°F2d wet
- Feb70°F4d wet
- Mar77°F3d wet
- Apr87°F1d wet
- May95°F0d wet
- Jun100°F0d wet
- Jul103°F0d wet
- Aug103°F0d wet
- Sep100°F0d wet
- Oct92°F0d wet
- Nov82°F2d wet
- Dec73°F2d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Muharraq Pearling Path Cultural Walking TourFrom $88 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Desert Budget TourFrom $75 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
From Bahrain to Saudi ArabiaFrom $198 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Manama Souq Cultural Walking TourFrom $90 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Guided tour in Bahrain by local licensed tourist guideFrom $96 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Small Mosaic WorkshopFrom $29 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Bahrain International Airport (BAH), about 4.2 mi away.
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