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By FARHAT TOURS AND TRANSFERS SPC

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €145 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Muharraq Island, was once the capital of Bahrain; and enduring within it are stories of the old which now intermingle with the new. Discover how the many brilliant people of the 19th century help build this country and how their efforts linger on and continue till today.

Activity location

  • Shaikh Isa bin Ali House
    • Shaikh Abdulla Avenue
    • Al Muharraq, Bahrain, Bahrain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Shaikh Isa bin Ali House
    • Shaikh Abdulla Avenue
    • Al Muharraq, Bahrain, Bahrain

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Bahrain's Old Capital

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€95.37 x 2 Adults€190.74
Total
Price is €190.74

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Local guide
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    All monument fees
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Transport by private vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks, unless specified

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Shaikh Isa bin Ali House

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket 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 characterised by its wind towers. It is considered one of the most impressive examples of Gulf Islamic architecture on the island.

Muharraq souq

  • 25m
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).

Shaikh Ebrahim Center

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket 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.

Location

Activity location

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    Shaikh Isa bin Ali House
    • Shaikh Abdulla Avenue
    • Al Muharraq, Bahrain, Bahrain

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Shaikh Isa bin Ali House
    • Shaikh Abdulla Avenue
    • Al Muharraq, Bahrain, Bahrain

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