Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Bahrain, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Getting Around
By far the easiest way to get around Bahrain is by car, either your own or in a taxi. Bahrain has a recently renovated bus service, which will get you around the city extremely cheaply.... read more
Air Travel
Bahrain Airport is located at the extreme north of Bahrain, on the island of Muharraq. There is only one terminal, but while the airport is fairly small, it is modern and boasts a good... read more
Airport Transfer
There is no dedicated airport bus service in Bahrain. All the major hotels provide their own bus service, many of which charge a modest fee (not more than BD 5 for the transfer). There... read more
Boat
Although Bahrain is a group of small islands, boats are a surprisingly unimportant part of most people’s lifestyles. It is possible to rent a boat, or arrange trips on a tourist dhow,... read more
Bus
Bahrain has a privately run bus service, which serves most of the country. The buses are all air-conditioned and the service is cheap. A ticket will cost only a few hundred fils,... read more
Car
Bahrain’s road system is fairly well developed, but recent years have seen a surge in the number of cars owned and this has led to increasing pressure on the country’s roads. These are... read more
Taxi
The main taxi service in Bahrain is government regulated, but the actual taxis are privately owned, and therefore range from old cars seemingly held together with string to smart new cars... read more
