Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Southern Governorate February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Southern Governorate ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Southern Governorate Types of activities [Southern Governorate travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Southern-Governorate.dx553248635975177476) ![Al Dar Island showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532627998/1269d2a7-e813-4935-a923-3d0028baabe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Al Dar Island showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532627998/1269d2a7-e813-4935-a923-3d0028baabe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Zallaq featuring interior views and skydiving](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131103/1b37542a-8711-4244-84b6-840eb55e4c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Al Jazaira Beach which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099770/8237432b-6dca-4736-b143-ad115bcd5181.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Zallaq which includes a fountain, a pond and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131103/af7c1502-5019-4782-bfcb-c07a7d213717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Southern Governorate --- ### Popular places to visit ![Bagpipes at the Bahrain Grand Prix.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131103/caeffaab-1e4d-40c5-a9f5-bb81e3e341a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bahrain International Circuit 5/5(5 reviews) You can take time to visit Bahrain International Circuit during your travels to Zallaq. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahrain-International-Circuit-Zallaq.d6099756.Attraction) ![Al Jazaira Beach which includes a beach, general coastal views and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099770/15ec7fe1-fc4b-4662-aa78-7becd0358c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Al Jazaira Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Al Jazaira Beach during your travels in Zallaq? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Jazaira-Beach-Zallaq.d6099770.Attraction) ![Tree of Life showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099744/413e800b-8aca-4ae6-b313-565c9aaaa55d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tree of Life Explore the great outdoors at Tree of Life, a lovely green space in Jaww. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tree-Of-Life-Jaww.d6099744.Attraction) ![A Bahraini and his falcon, a perfect combination](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131103/8818bf0e-9cfb-4b4c-9b4c-8758d7f190b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Al Areen Wildlife Sanctuary Enjoy an outing to Al Areen Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in Zallaq. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Areen-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Zallaq.d6058420.Attraction) ![Riffa Fort showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099754/6111a799-292c-40f3-8ada-22fc1e3e3231.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riffa Fort 3/5(1 review) Learn about the local history of Riffa when you spend time at Riffa Fort. Take in the art scene and desert landscape in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riffa-Fort-Riffa.d6099754.Attraction) #### Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park 4/5(1 review) Bring the family to Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Zallaq. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lost-Paradise-Of-Dilmun-Water-Park-Zallaq.d553248621532376630.Attraction) #### Al Dana Amphitheatre You can enjoy a show at Al Dana Amphitheatre during your trip to Zallaq. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Dana-Amphitheatre-Zallaq.d849196275311460352.Attraction) #### University of Bahrain 5/5(1 review) Explore the campus of University of Bahrain during your stay in Isa Town. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Bahrain-Isa-Town.d6099772.Attraction) #### Exhibition World Bahrain Learn about the events happening in Exhibition World Bahrain during your trip to Zallaq. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Exhibition-World-Bahrain-Zallaq.d834549950531960832.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Southern Governorate ![Zallaq featuring a fountain and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131103/0aad4c0a-e94b-475f-aed5-9c7d7b245d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Zallaq ![Riffa Fort which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099754/b7452278-111f-4113-bcbb-ade9289bf499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Riffa ![A watch tower at Aldar island, Bahrain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144529/0d234134-43be-445b-a1aa-1892ac649d5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sitra ![When reading about the story of this Tree I found it quite fascinating, the fact of being the only living organism within miles and that its water source was still unknown. We drove from Manama half of the country (Bahrain is tiny) to see this tree. When we got there it was disappointing. I mean there was no signs, no information about it, people climbing the tree and carving their names on it. Still, it did make for a great excuse for a random #roadtrip #goldenhour.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6359454/fa6c8dd0-eeb3-4084-8022-fe77b31377ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Awali ![Tree of Life showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099744/ec1d0811-9c2c-4c8f-8413-60af27abcdd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jaww ![Zekreet Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635981034818/6d3d83d2-6540-468c-9e4d-bcef57ca2b6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Zekreet ![](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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app