The inclusion of a country's capital city on a list of must-see destinations is self-evident, but don't underestimate how much this diversified metropolis has in store for you. The largest city in Kuwait boasts many attractions, ranging from the slim Kuwait Towers to the huge Grand Mosque of Kuwait and all in between. Kuwait City, located in the heart of Kuwait and on the shores of Kuwait Bay, captures the spirit of the Gulf nation. With markets, mosques, cafés, restaurants, parks, and museums, it's no surprise that Kuwait City entered the list of recommended Kuwait tourism attractions.

Best Time to Visit: November to April

How to Reach:

• By air: Kuwait International Airport, 16 kilometers from the capital, is your gateway to the gulf nation. Jazeera & Kuwait Airways take off & land all the time, connecting to major cities like New York, London, Paris, Rome & others.
• By road: If you are in Saudi Arabia, you may like to board a bus by the Kuwait Public Transport Company from Riyadh. Driving through Al Salmy is another option.
• By train: Taking a train to Kuwait City is an option if you are in a nearby city.

Travel Duration: 2 to 3 days

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport.

Top Attractions (Kuwait City Attractions): The Grand Mosque of Kuwait, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre, Al-Muzaini Mosque, Al Shaheed Park

Things To Do: Watch a science show at the planetarium of Kuwait National Museum, treat your taste buds at Souk Al-Mubarakiya, marvel the chandeliered dome of the Grand Mosque

Places To Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya, Al Kout Beach Hotel, Marina Hotel, Levels Tower Hotel Apartments, Swiss-Belboutique Bneid Al Gar Kuwait

Shopping Markets: Souq Al Kuwait, Souq Sharq, Al-Salam Mall

Hawalli, also spelled 'Hawally,' is one of Kuwait's six provinces and was once home to a large number of Palestinians. Iraqis, Syrians, Egyptians, Pakistanis, Lebanese, and Indians now live in this melting pot of civilizations. This huge city area is located in the eastern part of the country. It is partly because of its geographical location that this governorate is extremely attractive. Its location on the Persian Gulf's inlet should give you a good sense.

Best Time to Visit: January to May

How to Reach

• By air: Considering that it is just 6 kilometers from Kuwait City, Kuwait International Airport remains the nearest airport to this beautiful province.
• By road: You may either decide to stay in Kuwait City & hop in to a bus by CityBus or KPTC, or want to stay in Hawalli to soak in the atmosphere.

Travel Duration: 1 day
Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport
Top Attractions (Places to see in Kuwait): Mirror House, Tareq Rajab Museum, Bayan Palace, Bayan Botanical Garden, Masjid Al Imam Al Baqer
Things To Do: Spend plenty of time outdoors with family/kids, visit the only house in the world that is covered in mirror mosaics (Mirror House), Shop till you drop
Places To Stay: Roomi Suites Hotel, Times Square Suite Hotel, Jazz Hotel, Boudl Al Salmiya, Royal Casa Hotel
Shopping Markets: Marina Mall, The Promenade Mall & Al-Othman Tower, The Avenues

This island, also known as 'Kobar,' is about 30 kilometers south of Kuwait's southern edge in the Persian Gulf. Travelers refer to the tiny island as Kuwait's Ibiza, as it is surrounded by crystal clear waters and offers sandy beaches for cool parties. It only makes sense to include it in your Kuwait things to visit when visiting the gulf country. This little island, with its massive BBQs, is waiting for you!

Best Time to Visit: November

How to Reach: To reach you would require a speed boat, though some groups can also arrange a yacht. Don’t forget to bring a day’s worth of food & water!

Travel Duration: A few hours

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Things To Do: Discover the calm waters through snorkeling, enjoy watching nesting seabirds, organize a beach party for friends

Salwa makes our list of places to visit in Kuwait because it is one of the most important cities in the Middle Eastern country. The location is wedged between Rumaithiya and Messila in terms of geography. Despite the fact that it is part of the Hawalli governorate, it is worth mentioning separately. Another cosmopolitan crossroads, it is home to British, Egyptians, Asians, and, of course, Kuwaitis! It provides excellent shopping possibilities for tourists, with various shopping malls.

Best Time to Visit: December to March

How to Reach

• By air: The nearest airport to Salwa remains Kuwait International Airport, which is 13 kilometers away. Feel free to grab a taxi at the airport to your hotel in Salwa.
• By road: Tourists often prefer making a quick stop in Salwa as they go to another city. You could do that, stopping to have a meal & picking up souvenirs, or spend a day, as we suggest. If you prefer the latter, take a taxi ride, as aforementioned.

Travel Duration: 1 day

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Top Attractions: Mohammad A Khorafi Mosque, Injafa Beach, Badria Al Ahmad Mosque

Things To Do: Watch the setting sun with your beloved, take lots of goofy pictures with family, buy souvenirs like dates for foodie friends

Places To Stay: Radisson Blu Hotel, The Palms Beach Hotel & Spa, The Regency Hotel Kuwait, Movenpick Al Bida’a Apartment, Movenpick Hotel & Resort Al Bida’a Kuwait

Shopping Markets: Arabella

Farwaniya, the most populated of Kuwait's six governorates and its primary residential region, is reached via Salmiya. The city is brimming with shopping destinations from which one can get a huge range of items, such as Kuwaiti dried fruit, perfumes, metal ornaments, rugs, clothes, and so on. Another paradise for shoppers, especially international travelers, the city is brimming with shopping destinations from which one can get a huge range of items, such as Kuwaiti dried fruit, perfumes, metal ornaments, rugs, clothes, and so on. If you're traveling with children, don't forget to take them to 'Kids Village,' an outdoor play area. Your Kuwait tour begins in Farwaniya, where the airport is located.

Best Time to Visit: February & March

How to Reach: The Kuwait International Airport is in Farwaniya. As you take a flight to Kuwait, this is where you will land.

Travel Duration: 2 days

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Top Attractions: Kids Village, Cinemascope 360, Zabin Y Al Zabin Mosque, Marina World, Failaka Island

Things To Do: Go for some entertainment for the full family at Kids Village, watch a movie far from home at a local cinema, buy gifts from family & friends

Places To Stay: Crowne Plaza Kuwait Al Thuraya City, Continental Farwaniya, Holiday Inn Kuwait Al Thuraya City, Royal Chalet, Hilton Garden Inn Kuwait

Shopping Markets: Bloomingdale’s, Muji—Japanese Departmental Store, Ikea

Al Ahmadi, one of Kuwait's most beautiful cities, was formed in 1946 and is located in the country's south. The city was founded on the site of an oil field. A number of parks, as well as the well-known Kuwait Oil Company Display Center, can be found here. Sheikh Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah is honored with the city's name. Visitors will discover the city to be completely covered in sand, as it is a private preserve of the Kuwait Oil Company.

Best Time To Visit: February until May and September

How To Reach: Travelers can reach Al Ahmadi by taking a flight to the Kuwait International Airport and covering the rest of the journey by road

Travel Duration: 1 to 2 days

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport is the nearest airport to Al Ahmadi

Top Attractions: Fahaheel Park, Kuwait Oil Company Display Center, Al-Riqqa Park, Port of Shuaiba, Fintas Park

Places To Stay: Crowne Plaza Kuwait al Thuraya City, Holiday Inn Kuwait al Thuraya City, Al-Kout Beach Hotel, Hilton Kuwait Resort, Crowne Plaza Kuwait al Thuraya City, Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa

Kuwait has a beautiful coastline, with azure waters and white sand that are truly stunning. Tourists can unwind by the sea, sunbathe, and enjoy the fresh sea breeze, or participate in a variety of water sports. What else is there to say? The AL Kout beach, famed for its tranquil sands and calm blue waves, is one of the best spots to visit in Kuwait. Every year, tourists from all around the world visit. What more could someone ask in terms of a tranquil and restful vacation away from the city's rush and bustle? Aside from the beaches, Kuwait's islands are worth seeing.

Best Time to Visit: May, September and October

Ideal duration: 1 Day

How to Reach:

• By Air: The closest airport in Kuwait is Kuwait International Airport, 15 kms away from the city. It is well connected by air as several airlines fly to over 30 destinations. One can even travel by cabs and buses as they are well connected by road as well.
• By Train: It is well connected by rail as well, so people need not worry.
• By water: People can even travel by water from the Iranian port of Bushehr to Kuwait.

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Top Attractions: Coastline

Things To Do: Relax near the waters and take part in the water sports

Places To Stay: City tower and Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa Kuwait

Shopping Markets: Souq Al Kuwait, Souq Sharq

The museum houses the personal collection of Kuwait's first minister, Tareq Sayyed Rajab, and his British wife, Jehan Wellborne. The museum, which is housed in the basement of a villa near Jabriya, is steeped in history and readily transports visitors back in time. It is one of Kuwait's most well-known attractions, housing an incredible collection of Islamic arts, ceramics, gold and silver jewelry, metal and glass works, costumes, pottery, Bahraini pearls, manuscripts, and musical instruments. Iran, Afghanistan, India, Tibet, Bhutan, and Ethiopia are among the countries represented in this rare, one-of-a-kind, and stunning collection. It's easy to lose track of time in wonder for two hours. When visiting the museum, it is recommended that visitors stay at one of Kuwait's nearby resorts.

Best Time to Visit: All year round

Ideal Duration: 2 hours

How to Reach:

• By Air: Kuwait is Kuwait International Airport, 15 kms away from the city is the airport in the Kuwait. It is well connected by air as several airlines fly in and out this city to various destinations. One can even travel by cabs and buses as they are well connected by road.
• By Train: People need not worry about traveling by rail as it well connected to the various cities.

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Top Attractions: Islamic Arts, ceramics, gold and silver jewelry, metal and glass works, costumes, pottery, Bahraini pearls, manuscripts and musical instruments

Things To Do: View the amazing collection that will easily transport you back in time

Places To Stay: Kuwait Palace Hotel, City tower hotel, Holiday Inn

Shopping Markets: Souk Sharq, Zain centre, Shuwaikh Market

Lidia Al Qattan, an Italian-born sculptor, painter, and jeweler, and her family own the house of mirrors. This location has an intriguing narrative to tell, which involves Jalila, her daughter, breaking a mirror and, despite superstitions against broken mirrors, Lidia wanting to do something artistic with the shards. Even though the visits are by appointment only, the hosts are kind and hospitable. Because of the glitter that surrounds the building, it is not something that should be ignored and cannot be missed. The mirrors and art work are simply stunning, leaving you speechless and enthralled. Every wall, from the floorboard to the furniture, is covered in mirrors of various shapes and sizes.

Best Time to Visit: All year round

Ideal Duration: 2 hours

How to Reach:

• By Air: Kuwait is Kuwait International Airport is the nearest airport in Kuwait and is only a couple of kms away from the city. It is well connected by air as several airlines fly in and out this city to various destinations. Cabs and bus services are also available.
• By Train: People need not worry about traveling by rail as it well connected to the various cities.

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Top Attractions: Mirrors and Art Work

Things To Do: Explore the art work

Places To Stay: Carlton tower hotel

Shopping Markets: Souk Sharq, Zain centre and Shuwaikh Market

Liberation tower is one of the most popular symbols of Kuwait’s liberation, which has been named after the liberation of the country from annexation by Iraq which was the multinational coalition. It is made with ceramic tiles and along with the telecommunication office, it has a revolving restaurant and an observation platform. Tourists should visit the tower for its historical importance. It is a once in a life time opportunity that should be taken advantage off. What more can anyone ask for when it comes to having the best time of their lives when on vacation.

Best Time to Visit: All year round

Ideal Duration: 2 hours

How to Reach:

• By Air: Kuwait is well connected by air as several flights fly in and out from various cities; from the Kuwait international airport. Cabs and bus services are also available. People need not worry and can easily travel by air in comfort.
• By Train: People need not worry about traveling by rail as it well connected to the various cities.
• By Water: From the Iranian port of Bushehr to Kuwait, people can travel by water.

Nearest Airport: Kuwait International Airport

Top Attractions: Revolving restaurant and telecommunication office

Things To Do: Visit the revolving restaurant

Places To Stay: Palms beach hotel and spa, four seasons hotel and grand majestic hotel

Shopping Markets: Souq Al Kuwait, Souq Sharq