Old Capital of Bahrain City Tour

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About this activity

This tour will give you the opportunity to learn about the 19th century life style of the Bahrain. Walk through the alleys in Muharraq Island while visiting the traditional houses.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, English
Operated by: FARHAT TOURS AND TRANSFERS SPC

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Local guide
Included: All monument fees
Included: Bottled water
Included: Transport by private vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Shaikh Isa bin Ali House

25 min Admission included

Shaikh Isa Bin Ali House: The House of Sheikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa was his residence and the seat of his government. This beautiful house offers insight into the royal life in the 19th century. It consists of several rooms arranged around four courtyards and characterized by its wind towers. It is considered one of the most impressive examples of Gulf Islamic architecture on the island.
Muharraq souq

20 min Admission included

Muharraq Souq: Smaller than Manama Souq, the Muharraq souq offers a wide range of merchandise and famed sweet shops. The oldest section of the souq, Al Qaisariya, offers a charming shopping experience. Souq Al Qaisariya is an integral component of the "Pearling; a testimony of an Island Economy" (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Mohammed Bin Faris House of Sout Music

20 min Admission included

Mohammed Bin Faris House : This small house, off Shaikh

Hamad Avenue and close to the souq, once belonged to the

famous Bahraini oud player and songwriter Mohamed bin Faris.

It was recently converted into a museum in honor of the late

musician.
Arad Fort

30 min Admission included

Arad Fort : Arad Fort is a 15th century fort in Arad area in Muharraq. Arad Fort was built in the typical style of Islamic forts during the 15th century, before the Portuguese invasion of Bahrain in 1622 A.D. This fort is one of the compact defensive forts in Bahrain.
Shaikh Ebrahim Center

25 min Admission included

Shaikh Ebrahim Centre : This is a new building with a traditional

architecture in the heart of old Muharraq. It was built on a plot of

land that was originally part of the house and forum of Shaikh

Ebrahim bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, an intellectual and man of letters, in the early 20th century. The design incorporates a large Islamic arch, mashrabiya (traditional windows) and gypsum panels with Arabic calligraphy.