Markets and independent shops in Manama
14 markets, bookshops, record shops and makers in Manama.
Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.
Markets and independent shops in Manama
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Al A'Ali Mall
A'ali Mall has the look and feel of a traditional open air souk within its air-conditioned confines. A glass roof, stores with old-fashioned Arabic wooden doors and carts selling souvenirs all add to the atmosphere. Outlets include top designer stores.
Sat-Fri 10AM-10PM
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Avenues Mall
One of the big new malls in Bahrain. Shops are mostly located along an avenue which is more than 1km long now that the mall is fully open (in 2025). The avenue is covered and air conditioned with a carbon footprint greater than some small countries. It is located on a man made bay in the diplomatic area. Apart from shops, there is a cinema and ice rink (opening some time in 2025). Plenty of free parking.
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City Centre Bahrain
Bahrain City Centre is the first and biggest mixed-use development in Bahrain offering the shopping, leisure and entertainment experience to its customers under one roof. Bahrain City Centre has 150 of its over 350 internationally reputed brands making their debut in the country. The centre includes the region’s first indoor/outdoor temperature-controlled 15,000-m² Wahooo! Waterpark, Bahrain’s biggest cinema complex Cineco 20, and a family entertainment centre for children and young adults, Magic Planet. Over 50 food court outlets offer choices from all over the world.
Sun-Wed 10AM-10PM
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Juffair Mall
Mall in the centre of the Juffair residential area, has the regular shops as well as some restaurants, an ATM and a taxi stand.
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Manama Souq
Manama's souq (street market) should not be missed by any visitor.
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Moda Mall
Moda Mall is an ultra-exclusive shopping complex on the ground floor of the landmark Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC). The mall is home to some 160 exclusive brand name boutiques, including lots of famous international ones.
Sat-Fri 10AM-10PM
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Seef Mall
Magic Island, the largest indoor amusement park in the Middle East, is on the first floor.
Mon-Fri 10AM-10PM, Sat Sun 10AM-midnight
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The Bahrain Mall
In the heart of Bahrain's new retail district, it is easily accessible from the main highway and all parts of the city. It covers an area of 750,000 square feet and has more than 120 international brands and specialty stores.
Fri-Thu 10AM-10PM
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Al Murjan Shopping Center
Many stores in a large supermarket.
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Dana Mall
Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman Highway, Seef District
Fri-Thu 10AM-10PM
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Yateem Centre
Manama Downtown, Diplomatic Area
Management Office Sun-Thu 9AM-1PM, 2-5:30PM
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Marina Mall
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Riffa Mall
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Sitra Mall
Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Manama (CC BY-SA 4.0).