I was lucky to have a chance to live in Kuwait for a while, and while it is clear that Kuwait is not a popular destination for travelers, you still can find some interesting places to explore.
- The Kuwait tower
This is the first spot that everybody will go and snap a picture. The Kuwait tower is great from outside, especially if you see it at night. If you want to go inside, you need to buy a ticket of 4KD (~13$), catch an elevator and head straight to the top. Inside the tower, there are some fancy restaurants like Japanese restaurants, coffee, and buffet, etc. In my opinion, it’s not really impressive much but worth a try if you come to Kuwait.
2. The Friday market
This is my favorite market in Kuwait. If you like antique stuff and want to find cheap deals, this is the place to go. They sell 2nd clothes, home facilities, shoes, rags, and some old banknotes, coins, etc. Remember to bargain here, probably down to 50%. And do not forget to check out Lulu Hypermarket in the walking distance for a meal, the cooked food here is fresh and served daily.
3. Mubaryaki
If you come to Kuwait one day, do not forget to check out Mubaryaki – one of the oldest souqs. Spoiling your nose with various auras coming from hundreds of shops here, from perfumes, dry dates, honey, spices to teas. This market is also a perfect stop if you want to buy some souvenirs home to your beloved. All famous, local well made products you can find here at very decent prices.
Apart from souvenirs, the market also sells fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, and fish. If you crave for a good meal, there are quite a lot of local restaurants where you can satisfy your stomach.
Things to buy
- Dry dates, often in a 1kg box or more. Price is around 1KD ( ~4$) per kg or higher depending on the origin and quality of the dates
- Leather bags which you can ask to carve your name or someone on it, price is from 1KD depending on the size of the bags
- Teas, like saffron tea, is the specialty here
- Spices, perfect for someone who loves cooking
- Perfume, so many shops that I don’t know where to start
4. Marina Bay
Now its time to see the sea. Marina Bay offers a wide range of shops with the sea view, perfect for a chill morning. There is not much outdoor scenery in Kuwait, so Marina Bay will be your choice if you want to see the sea and sit down for a coffee.
5. Al Shaheed Park
Same like Marina Bay, Al Shaheed Park is also an option for people who are in need of some fresh air. Away from busy urban life, this park is spectacularly clean and quiet. There are some museums to check out also, or if you just want to have a stroll, save this spot!
There are not many things to see in Kuwait, but if you ask me what to eat in Kuwait, I will definitely tell you the food is amazing here. From some small shops that sell snacks to fancy restaurants, everywhere you can find a place to catch your eyes and match your needs. I am in love with snacks here, only from 100 Fils to 1KD, you can buy Falafel, Fatayer, Shwarma, etc. And food shops are everywhere so you won’t have any problem with food. Also for vegan or vegetarian, you will have unlimited options here.
Overall, Kuwait is a nice country to see for a few days, but probably not for a long time. I made the best of it when I was in Kuwait, and I am glad that I could see a little bit of the Middle East before I can see more.
. Kuwait is my favorite country that I can’t forget my time there, specially the childhood time. I used to spoil myself there playing a lot, swimming in the sea, playing soccer, bicycling, skating and.many more Moreover,y father is a great engineer spent his hard work in Kuwait, he was one of the highest grade engineers in Kuwait so he planned and took a part.of building those towers back before the 70s time. That time I was like a 8 Ys old. We used to live in Abo Halaifah at the sea beach.
