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Things to Do in Kuwait City

Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Kuwait City, Kuwait — 2026 traveler picks.

Top places to see

Landmark

Kuwait Towers

30 min from KWI

Iconic 1970s water towers on the Gulf. The observation sphere rotates — 360° views of Kuwait City and the bay.

Market

Souq Mubarakiya

30 min from KWI

Kuwait's oldest market district — Mubarakiya spice market, perfume stalls, and traditional Kuwaiti coffeehouse culture.

Neighborhood

The Avenues Mall

20 min from KWI

One of the largest malls in the Middle East. Useful for AC, food, and the authentic high-end Kuwaiti consumer experience.

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Things to do in Kuwait City

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Tours, tickets & day trips

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Eat here first

Mutabbaq (stuffed pancake with meat and egg) from a street stall in the old market area — KWD 0.5 each.

Local tip

Kuwait is one of the wealthiest cities per capita on earth. The downtown Sharq marina area shows a very different side from the souq — both worth seeing.

Where to stay

Hotels across Kuwait City — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.