Forts · Muharraq, Bahrain
A small coastal fort in Muharraq marking the starting point of the Bahrain Pearling Path.
The literal starting point of the Pearling Path, with a view across to Manama.
Bu Maher Fort sits at the water's edge in Muharraq and once guarded the harbor entrance. Restored as part of the Pearling Path UNESCO site, it now serves as the trail's starting waypoint, with views back across to Manama.
Plan your visit
- Entry: Free
- Best time: Late afternoon, before or after the Pearling Path walk
- Address: Muharraq, Bahrain
- Phone: +97317298777
- Website: http://pearlingpath.bh/
Opening hours
- Monday: 09:00 – 18:00
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 09:00 – 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 – 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 – 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00
Nearby
- Bahrain Pearling Path — 1.0 km
- Sheikh Isa Bin Ali House — 1.4 km
- Vertical Garden — 1.4 km
- Al Ghouse Park — 1.5 km
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