Museums · Manama, Bahrain
Bahrain's largest and oldest public museum, covering Dilmun history through to modern life.
The single best introduction to Bahrain's full history under one roof.
The Bahrain National Museum traces the country's story from prehistoric burial mounds and the Dilmun civilization through pearling-era society to present-day Bahrain. Halls include archaeological finds, traditional trade exhibits, and a hall of graves. It's the most comprehensive single stop for Bahraini history.
Plan your visit
- Entry: Low cost
- Best time: Any time; mornings are quieter
- Address: Shaikh Hamad Cswy, Manama, Bahrain
- Website: http://www.culture.gov.bh/
Opening hours
- Monday: 9 AM – 8 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 9 AM – 8 PM
- Thursday: 9 AM – 8 PM
- Friday: 9 AM – 8 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM – 8 PM
- Sunday: 9 AM – 8 PM
Nearby
- Beit Al Quran — 0.7 km
- Al Fateh Corniche — 0.8 km
- Marina Beach Garden Park — 1.0 km
- Currency Museum (Central Bank of Bahrain) — 1.1 km
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