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Kuwait City, Kuwait

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Kuwait City

Kuwait

Best things to do in Kuwait City

21 curated attractions in Kuwait City, Kuwait. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

October - April

Average temp

27°C/81°F

Budget

Expensive

Safety

Very safe

About Kuwait City

Kuwait City, a coastal hub and financial center, is shaped by its oil wealth and the Gulf's architectural trends. The skyline features modernist towers, while beneath are wide avenues lined with shops and malls. The city's layout reflects its history as a trading port, with the Mubarakiya market as a throwback to those days, with food stalls and local goods. Both nationals and expatriates mingle in this urban space, but weekend beach trips to Al Kout or cultural dives into the Tareq Rajab Museum pull people in from all over. Visitors generally come for the unique blend of modernity and tradition, as well as the city's many museums and public spaces, which offer a glimpse into its rich heritage.

Who it's for

Cultural explorers and shopping enthusiasts will find plenty to appreciate. However, if you seek a tranquil escape or rugged nature, this city might disappoint, as the heat and urban sprawl can make it feel less welcoming to those after quietude.

Getting around

Public transport: Good

  • The city center is walkable in about thirty minutes, but you may be tempted to take a taxi
  • Public buses are reliable and cover most areas well, though they might not be the quickest option
  • The Kuwait Towers and Marina Mall are easily reached by local transport
The Avenues Mall

The Avenues Mall

Malls & department stores
Failaka Island

Failaka Island

Islands
Qurain Martyrs Museum

Qurain Martyrs Museum

History museums
The Grand Mosque

The Grand Mosque

Mosques
Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre

Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre

Science & natural history museums
Tareq Rajab Museum

Tareq Rajab Museum

Specialty & quirky museums
Al Shaheed Park

Al Shaheed Park

City parks
Tareq Rajab Museum of Islamic Arts

Tareq Rajab Museum of Islamic Arts

History museums
The Scientific Center Aquarium

The Scientific Center Aquarium

Aquariums
Kuwait Towers

Kuwait Towers

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Al Hashemi Marine Museum

Al Hashemi Marine Museum

Specialty & quirky museums
Mubarakiya

Mubarakiya

Local & craft markets
House of Mirrors

House of Mirrors

Specialty & quirky museums
Marina Mall

Marina Mall

Malls & department stores
Liberation Tower

Liberation Tower

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Kuwait National Museum

Kuwait National Museum

History museums
Al Kout Beach

Al Kout Beach

Beaches
Green Island

Green Island

Islands
Kuwait Zoo

Kuwait Zoo

Zoos
Kuwait House of National Works Museum

Kuwait House of National Works Museum

History museums
Kuwait House for National Works Museum

Kuwait House for National Works Museum

History museums

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