Best 10 Cities to Live in Bahrain

The cities of Bahrain embrace all the business, tourism, and historical factors making it an attractive spot for tourists. The smallest country in Asia, Bahrain, includes ten cities. It’s a monarchy consisting of a number of islands located between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, spanning 780 kilometers.

Bahrain is considered one of the Arabian Gulf countries that flourished after exploring oil. Additionally, the country has invested heavily in different aspects of the economy with a growing human resource. Most importantly, people in Bahrain receive a high income, according to the World Bank numbers.

1. Manama, one of the most important and popular cities in Bahrain

• Bahrain’s most important city and village due to its high position as an important economic center in the Gulf area over centuries,
•  A business and strategic center, home to many different nationalities living in a friendly community,
• Founded in the 19th century when it was the main commercial center and significant gateway in Bahrain.
• Football is the most popular sport in Manama.
• A welcoming city features flexibility that embraces different cultures. Manama is always a tourist destination.
• Tourists can wander around the city and have a great time, get involved in many activities and visit many landmarks.
• The majority of people in Manama are Muslims.
• Manama is home to a large expatriate community; more than a third of the city’s population are foreigners, giving Manama an international taste.
• Many attractions can be found in Manama, such as Al Dar Island, Bahrain Fort, Al Fateh Grand Mosque, and Bahrain National Museum.
• Most must-see places in Bahrain are in Manama, like Wahooo! Waterpark, The Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park, Bahrain International Circuit, and Heritage Centre & Museum Of Pearl Diving
• One of the most famous monuments in Barhin is just located in the heart of Manama, Bab AlBahrain.
• Other landmarks can be visited in Manama; Sitra, Al Khamis Mosque, Al Fadhel Grand Mosque on top of them.

• The City of Muharraq

• One of the most significant cities in Bahrain, former Bahrain’s capital until 1932 after that Manama has replaced it to be the capital.
• Located on an island, Muharraq is an important religious center with an international airport.
• It was the vital center of Christian theology, Nestorianism in the 5th century as many neighborhoods of Muharraq still have names reflecting this era.
• Birthplace of the most popular professional football clubs in Bahrain, Al-Muharraq SC,
• Home to many markets, heritage, and classical music,
• One of the most important tourist destinations in Bahrain with its beautiful Amwaj Islands,
• Muharraq houses many high-end hotels and impressive real estate projects offering many services.
• Famous for perfectly crafted products where you can get many unique artworks of handcrafting.

The City of Riffa

• The second-largest city in Bahrain, an important center brimming with attractions and tourist landmarks,
• Home to Sh.Salman bin Ahmed Fort along with a wide range of shopping centers, commercial markets, and many entertainment facilities.
• Riffa embraces the most popular landmark in the city, Royal Golf Club, which is a place to everyone wants to play golf in a fantastic atmosphere.  
• In Riffa, ministers, senior Bahrain figures, and most royal family princes have chosen this spot to live in, and you can find Riffa Clock Tower in the heart of the city.

Hamad Town

• Located in the heart of Bahrain; founded in 1984 by an order from the current authority,
• Home to low-income working families or those who can not afford to live in big cities,
• Named after the ruler of Bahrain,
• A multicultural center embracing many religions and mixed groups of different Islamic sects, Shiites, and Sunnis,
• One of the best places to live if you are searching for an affordable community.

The city of A’ali, the oldest in Bahrain

• The largest city in Bahrain features its hills serving as a cemetery in the ancient ages, and it’s famous for the pottery industry.
• Recently, the city has comprised many sophisticated facilities and services offering a trendy lifestyle to its residents.
• The city has embraced one of the region’s most important and modern projects, which helped A’ali grow dramatically.
• Many families belonging to the high and middle class live in the current real estate projects in the city.

Isa Town

• Named after Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, who was the ruler of Bahrain from 1961 AD to 1999 AD,
• Famous for its traditional pottery industry, and the majority of its population are the educated middle class.
• Housing many fancy villas, a variety of schools with a good reputation, and the headquarters of some public organizations like the Ministry of education and Information Affairs,
• There is a hospital, two stylish playgrounds, university facilities.
• Many tourist attractions can be found here, such as Bahrain National Stadium, Traditional Market of Isa, Dilmun Burial Mounds, and Bahrain Science Centre.

The city of Sitra

• One of the most important tourist cities in Bahrain, located in the south, just 5 kilometers away from Manama,
• Offering many things to its visitors making it one of the best and most stunning Bahrain’s islands
• Tourists can find historic buildings ranging from mosques, old houses, villages designed with a classic architectural style adding a distinct touch dating back to ancient eras.
• Many local and international restaurants are spotted here, along with popular markets oozing with products, traditional items, hotels, and resorts.
• Many shopping centers and modern entertainment utilities, museums, and various art exhibitions,
• Having a charming nature ranging from rocky beaches, crystal clear waters, and palm trees surrounded by natural springs.

The city of Budaiya

• Located on the western side of Bahrain.
• It was famous for its palm trees.

 The city of Jidhafs

• One of the most famous cities in Bahrain, located on the northeastern side of Bahrain.
• Nested with Many lush parks and gardens.
• Famous for its popular markets welcoming more than 5000 visitors daily.

The city of Al Malikiyah

• Located on the west of Bahrain’s capital overlooking the sea.
• Famous for Amir Zaid bin Sohan Mosque including Sohan’s grave.