Title: Kuwait City Travel Guide: Best of Kuwait City, Al Ahmadi Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Hotels.d6144602.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Holiday-Rentals.d6144602.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kuwait-City.d6144602.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kuwait-City.d6144602.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kuwait City Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kuwait-City.d6144602.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kuwait City Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City.d6144602.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kuwait City Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Kuwait City Sunrise Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144602/85321a61-7031-45b7-9fc4-a5ed31ecf191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kuwait City Sunrise Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144602/85321a61-7031-45b7-9fc4-a5ed31ecf191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic view of Kuwait City ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144602/f25c3a4d-90cc-410b-b808-e5f9f9e5fef3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kuwait city skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144602/af4ca67d-721d-462c-97c9-b12908a2d96c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A panoramic view of the Kuwait City Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144602/09d6ec6e-c87e-4864-b8fd-fdd3dcb61051.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kuwait City Where to stay Things to do Reviews ### Where to stay in Kuwait City ![Beautiful shot of the Sharq Rise during the day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/947070276422729728/cca998fa-8a60-4ba1-9c00-336ff1675453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sharq While visiting Sharq, you might make a stop by sights like Al Hamra Tower & Shopping Center and Souq Sharq Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Sharq.dx947070276422729728) ![Stunning Kuwait City Skyline at Night with Illuminated Marina Waves and Vibrant Sunset Reflections Over the Arabian Gulf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/947071254387875840/3629658f-8d61-42b3-af3d-bb6c5f52d766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mirqab While there might not be top attractions in Mirqab, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Liberation Tower and Souk Al Mubarakiya. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Mirqab.dx947071254387875840) ![Skyline of Kuwait during night including the Seif palace and the National assembly building.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858157/e97d37a0-1211-4107-aee1-5bf22d409431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bneid Al Qar When in Bneid Al Qar, you can plan a visit to Al Hamra Tower & Shopping Center and Al Shaheed Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Bneid-Al-Qar.dx553248635975858157) ![Local Souk where you can find lots and lots of stuff! Definitely a must go if you want to get to know the culture of Kuwait. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1969/75f81600-b50a-4df0-aeb5-fa0e0c68ec62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Qibla While visiting Qibla, you might make a stop by sights like Liberation Tower and National Museum of Kuwait. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Qibla.dx947071396161519616) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rai If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rai and surrounding area, you can visit The Avenues and Kuwait Zoo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Rai.dx947072343698956288) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shaab Shaab might not have many top sights, but The Promenade Mall and Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Shaab.dx947073343254040576) - Top hotels in Kuwait City - Top Holiday Rentals in Kuwait City ![Ocean View Hotel Kuwait](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598500/111598458/814dadb6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ocean View Hotel Kuwait 209 Salem Sabah Al Salem Al Sabah St Mahboula Al Ahmadi Governorate £75 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Mahboula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mahboula Beach and Kuwait Magic Mall are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews) Nice Hotel. Only downside is the housekeeping. They won't make your up until you make a request. That didn't work great for me. Otherwise... It's a great place to live. And I prefer this hotel when I visit Kuwait Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=111598458&PinnedHotelID=111598458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6144602) ![Jumeirah Messilah Beach Kuwait](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4547100/4547006/1d4009f8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jumeirah Messilah Beach Kuwait Al Taawun Street Messilah £228 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Messilah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Al-Hashemi Marine Museum and Arabella Mall are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (227 reviews) Room was clean and tidy, the staff were friendly. Grounds were well kept and location was lovely. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=4547006&PinnedHotelID=4547006&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6144602) ![Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17130000/17128300/17128224/e35bb675_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya Al Soor Street, Al Mirqab Kuwait City £329 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kuwait City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Music & Water Display and Liberation Tower ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (211 reviews) Amazing hotel, lovely room with great service Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=17128224&PinnedHotelID=17128224&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6144602) [See all 169 properties in Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6144602) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Arinza Tower Quality Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1595500/1595407/8b0329da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arinza Tower Quality Apartments Building 17, Street 1 , Block 5 Salmiya Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Salmiya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Boulevard Park and Al Fanar ... 6.8/10 (37 reviews) The location is not bad. But the building is old and needs lots of renovations. You can smell stinky sewage in the bathroom when you use the shower or the sink. Cheap appliances in the kitchen. Bedroom door lock was stuck. Found clothes from previous tenants in the closet. There isn’t enough parking. ... Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Hotels-Arinza-Tower-Quality-Apartments.h1595407.Hotel-Information) ![Wahaj Hotel Apartment 2](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23150000/23144800/23144742/fff51495_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wahaj Hotel Apartment 2 Block 1 - Street No. 107 - Building 278 Mahboula Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Mahboula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Fintas Park and Al Bairaq ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (39 reviews) Fantastic experience. Staff is very friendly Reviewed on 3 Oct 2023 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Hotels-Wahaj-Hotel-Apartment-2.h23144742.Hotel-Information) ![THE CODE RESIDENCE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102330000/102326400/102326337/ed4011f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE CODE RESIDENCE Amr Bin Al Aas Street Salmiya Hawalli Governorate Stay at this aparthotel in Salmiya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Olympia Mall and The Cube Mall are located nearby. 8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews) Very smooth check in, clean and daily house keeping. Good location with lots of juice/dessert shops around. Taxi easy to call. Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-City-Hotels-THE-CODE-RESIDENCE.h102326337.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6144602&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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The second tower is 147 m and is a water tower. Picture taken on July 19, 2010.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101722/629b5526-3dd5-45c1-8c14-177271bd1a64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuwait Towers 5/5(2 reviews) You can learn about the history of Kuwait City with a stop at Kuwait Towers. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-Towers-Dasman.d6101722.Attraction) ![Kuwait at night ..](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1969/2b6c0f2b-11da-417c-9b02-268231572602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Souq Sharq Mall 3/5(1 review) During your visit to Kuwait City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Souq Sharq Mall. Amble around the area's marina or visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Souq-Sharq-Mall-Sharq.d6101742.Attraction) #### The Avenues 5/5(6 reviews) During your visit to Kuwait City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Avenues. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Avenues-Mall-Kuwait-City.d6101744.Attraction) #### Souk Al Mubarakiya 4.5/5(4 reviews) During your visit to Kuwait City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Souk Al Mubarakiya. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Souk-Al-Mubarakiya-Qibla.d553248621555784670.Attraction) #### 360 Mall During your trip to Zahra, you can enjoy retail therapy at 360 Mall. Amble around the area's marina or visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/360-Mall-Kuwait-City.d553248622006995154.Attraction) #### Marina Bay Beach 5/5(2 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Marina Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Salmiya. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marina-Bay-Beach-Kuwait-City.d6101736.Attraction) ### Things to do ![eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50442534/5c8337cf-bd06-44c7-ae72-4f0adef62cf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package £6 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-middle-east-and-north-africa-package.a50442534.activity-details) ![amazing tour in Kuwait](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45728124/aa11a58a-6e49-44b1-8f1f-ae9d861042ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day licensed Tours in Kuwait City & Desert PickUp & DropOff £82 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-licensed-tours-in-kuwait-city-desert-pickup-dropoff.a45728124.activity-details) ![Old Kuwait Boat Craft ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50380757/90136e22-6819-4a5e-89d6-3a0c46a50e05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuwait City Full Day Private Guided Tour for Couples £193 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuwait-city-full-day-private-guided-tour-for-couples.a50380757.activity-details) ![Kuwait City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50380619/023e9f90-727d-44c7-bf8a-46570a6f04e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuwait City Half Day Guided Tour for Group up to 5 Persons £144 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuwait-city-half-day-guided-tour-for-group-up-to-5-persons.a50380619.activity-details) ![Harbor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50380171/aa296bf9-4c2b-4f23-a643-bd513025ff92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Kuwait City Tour by Kuwaiti Licensed Guide £211 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-kuwait-city-tour-by-kuwaiti-licensed-guide.a50380171.activity-details) ![Full Day Private Tour in Kuwait City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47124241/95899829-2ece-4343-aee1-c100c071fef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Private Tour in Kuwait City £295 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-in-kuwait-city.a47124241.activity-details) [See all activities in Kuwait City](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kuwait-City.d6144602.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Kuwait City 3.9 Guest rating 5 - Excellent 2 4 - Good 4 3 - Okay 1 2 - Disappointing 1 1 - Terrible 0 ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Some incredible places for food, and the road ways are improving vastly. Really friendly people, and exciting growth for a country ### 2/5 - Disappointing Verified traveller Nothing like Dubai or even Qatar or Abu Dhabi....avoid! ### 3/5 - Okay ATJ Kuwait isn’t a leisure destination for me personally but if you are going I’d try and avoid between May and September as it’s so hot. ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Although traffic is awful, I was in a minor crash in a taxi, the country shows promise, with lots of investment going into infrastructure. In years to come, I think it shows exciting promise but now... I wouldn't rush back... The JACC is a must ## Cities near Kuwait City ![ريغا](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069943/c668469e-fedf-4ff6-8367-06b5a2e601af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Al Jahra ![Blue Sky Early Morning at a City Plaza in Fahaheel, Kuwait](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144530/ade31cf6-91da-4ea1-b30c-c279cf0a2509.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fahaheel ![Wooden Pier in Kuwait](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144531/5a110e09-721f-4143-90e0-a4be8a7bf67d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mahboula ![Egaila Beach - Shells at High Tide](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144532/d51be166-654a-4ce3-a2a4-62643075b3ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fintas ### Other places like Kuwait City - Cities near Kuwait City - Places of interest [Al Jahra](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Jahra.dx6069943)[Fahaheel](https://expedia.co.uk/Fahaheel.dx6144530)[Mahboula](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahboula.dx6144531)[Fintas](https://expedia.co.uk/Fintas.dx6144532)[Salmiya](https://expedia.co.uk/Salmiya.dx6144533)[Hawally](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawally.dx6144534)[Farwaniya](https://expedia.co.uk/Farwaniya.dx6144535)[Salwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Salwa.dx6340200)[Ali Sabah Al Salem](https://expedia.co.uk/Ali-Sabah-Al-Salem.dx6344040)[Messilah](https://expedia.co.uk/Messilah.dx553248628225459502)[Abu Halifa](https://expedia.co.uk/Abu-Halifa.dx553248633955821562)[Mangaf](https://expedia.co.uk/Mangaf.dx553248634455997897)[Sabah Al Salem](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabah-Al-Salem.dx553248635404347358)[Jabriya](https://expedia.co.uk/Jabriya.dx553248635974516139)[Khaitan](https://expedia.co.uk/Khaitan.dx553248635975869947)[Jaber Al Ali](https://expedia.co.uk/Jaber-Al-Ali.dx553248635977004216) - [Souk Al Mubarakiya ](https://expedia.co.uk/Souk-Al-Mubarakiya-Qibla.d553248621555784670.Attraction) - [Kuwait Towers ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait-Towers-Dasman.d6101722.Attraction) - [Marina Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marina-Bay-Beach-Kuwait-City.d6101736.Attraction) - [Marina Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marina-Mall-Kuwait-City.d553248621560883579.Attraction) - [Souq Sharq Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Souq-Sharq-Mall-Sharq.d6101742.Attraction) - [Shuwaikh Port ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shuwaikh-Port-Kuwait-City.d553248621563225536.Attraction) - [Liberation Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Liberation-Tower-Qibla.d6101724.Attraction) - [The Scientific Center Kuwait ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Scientific-Center-Kuwait-Kuwait-City.d553248622006995148.Attraction) - [Al-Qurain Martyrs’ Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Qurain-Martyrs-Museum-Kuwait-City.d553248621532391741.Attraction) - [Seif Palace ](https://expedia.co.uk/Seif-Palace-Kuwait-City.d6101730.Attraction) - [Ministries Complex ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ministries-Complex-Mirqab.d553248621555784672.Attraction) - [Arabella Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arabella-Mall-Kuwait-City.d553248622006995151.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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