GETTING AROUND - MANAMA

On Foot

The city of Manama is pretty small, but it's not a walking city with a lot of traffic and not many sidewalks built for pedestrians. It is also extremely hot during the summer and walking around can be unbearable, stay hydrated, and don`t go out during a dust storm.

By Bicycle

There are many hotels in the city of Manama that have bicycles to offer for rent for their guests. Bicycle paths in the city do not exist, but pavements are used.

By Taxi

There are taxis available in Manama, but they can be expensive, however other than buses or a rental car they are the only way to get around. It is advised to ask the driver to always use the meter and agree on a price before taking a ride. Fares begin at BD1.000 and increase by BD0.200 every 0.6 miles and a typical fare for a ride around the city can cost at least BD5-10.

By Car

Renting a car when visiting Manama is a great way to explore the city and surrounding area. Manama connects to Saudi Arabia via the King Fahd Causeway (however the border cannot be crossed by rental car or without a driver`s license). Driving around the city is simple and parking is free all over Bahrain, all foreign drivers must have an International Driving Permit.

By Bus

The main form of transportation in Manama is buses with a large fleet of buses run by Man buses the Ministry of Transportation. The bus routes are extensive and extend across Bahrain and Manama with daily service from Khobar in Saudi Arabia to the bus terminal in Manama. The buses run daily connecting major towns and residential areas starting at 6 am and ending at 9 pm with buses every 15 minutes. Bus fares BD0.200.