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Public Transport
The guide was updated:Bahrain has a network of public buses that connect most areas of the island, with buses running daily from 6am until 9 pm every 10 and 15 minutes.
Useful Information
- Address: Main Office: Road 4025, Block 840, Isa Town
- Opening hours: Customer service working hours: 6am-9pm
- Website: bahrainbus.bh/en
- Phone: +973 66 311 111
- Email: info@bahrainbus.bh
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Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.
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The best period to visit Bahrain is during the months between November and March, with the clear skies and gentle breezes of Gulf winter.
It's not advisable to visit the island from May to October because of the high temperatures and humid weather.
In April, be ready to join the celebrations for the Formula 1 Grand Prix.
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Passport/Visa
A passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival is required to enter the country.
Visitors must have a visa to visit Bahrain. Visas are available on arrival at the airport for citizens of 66 countries but it's recommended to apply for an e-visa in advance at: www.evisa.gov.bh.
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Bahrain International Airport
The Bahrain International Airport (BAH) is located about 7km northeast of Manama, in Muharraq, and serves as the hub for Gulf Air, the national airline.
The easiest way to get to Manama or anywhere else in Bahrain is by taxi. There are also buses running every 10 minutes from 6am to 9pm and linking the airport with Manama and Muharraq.
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Public Transport
Bahrain has a network of public buses that connect most areas of the island, with buses running daily from 6am until 9 pm every 10 and 15 minutes.
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Taxi
Taxis are the most efficient and convenient way for tourists to get around. They are readily available and fast, although, if you plan to visit many sights outside major town, renting a car may be cheaper.
Make sure the driver uses the meter.
Bahrain Taxi: +973 1666 1666
Speedy Motors: +973 1768 2999
Bahrain Limo: +973 1733 9533
Arabian Taxi: +973 1746 1746
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Post Office
Several post offices are conveniently located around the country. The main post sorting centre is in Muharraq.
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Pharmacy
Bahrain Pharmacy & General Store
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Telephone
Country code: +973
International access code: +00
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Electricity
Voltage: 230 V
Frequency: 50 Hz
Power sockets: type G
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Social Norms & Bahrain Travel Advice
Although Bahrain in a liberal, tourist-friendly country visitors should take the usual precautions and be aware of Muslim countries' social norms.
- Both men and women should wear modest clothing when in public.
- When greeting, men should wait to be invited before shaking hands with women, especially in rural areas.
- During Ramadan is not permitted to eat, drink or smoke in public during day-hours.
- Same-sex relationships are legal but it's advisable to avoid public displays of affection.
- Due to political tensions, travel between Bahrain and Qatar is not allowed and there's a curfew on watercourses around Bahrain from 6pm to 4am.
- Tap water is not potable anywhere in Bahrain.
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